Freddy Cole Quartet, Jan. 10, Saturday, 8 p.m. — “Freddy has an impeccable sense of swing; he is overall, the most maturely expressive male jazz singer of his generation, if not the best alive.” — New York Times; Growing up in Chicago, Cole, the youngest of five children, including his brother, the late great Nat “King” Cole, recalls, “Music was all around me with visitors that included Duke Ellington, Count Basie and Lionel Hampton.”
Moving to New York in 1951 to study at Julliard, Cole successfully laid the groundwork for a career that continues to flourish today. With several albums and Grammy Award nominations to his name, Cole doesn’t apologize for sounding like his brother Nat. There are certain unmistakable similarities. His vocals are suave, elegant, formidable and articulate and among the most respected in jazz. With a long list of awards and credits, his latest recognition came in September 2013 when he was named Best Male Vocalist, Best Jazz Artist and Best Ensemble by The Hot House Jazz/ Metropolitan Room Jazz Awards. To purchase tickets to this fabulous event, call 877-496-8499 or go to visit pinecrestgardens.org.
South Motors Fine Arts Festival, Jan. 10- 11, Saturday, Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Come to one of Florida’s premiere juried art shows and enjoy an afternoon surrounded by spectacular visual arts in the most lush and luxurious setting. Amongst a generous representation of the best artists and artisans from the U.S. and abroad, you will find the perfect piece of art for your home or office. Our show features an array of art genres that include painting, sculpture, mixed media and photography. We also have a selection of original handcrafted jewelry for you or your significant other.
And there is always a great array of delicious food, live music and other activities for the entire family. Join us when 65 talented artists present their very best works at the most beautiful art show set among the winding paths and exotic foliage of Pinecrest Gardens. Admission and parking are free, with overflow parking space available at Palmetto Senior High, Palmetto Middle School and Pinecrest Elementary, with free shuttle service to the Gardens.
Art Through Process — A Special Exhibit by CCT-A.R.T. — CCT adopted the Artistic Realization Technology (A.R.T.) philosophy in 2005. The technique fulfills the CCT (Creative Children’s Therapy) mission by allowing the total liberation of the creative being regardless of the physical limitations. The Gardens Gallery proudly supports and showcases these remarkable young artists in January. Opening reception is Wednesday, Jan. 7, from 6-8 p.m. Experience this extraordinary exhibit demonstration and celebrate the joy of enabling art. Additional demonstrations can be seen at our Fine Arts Festival on Jan. 10-11.
