The Jazz Corner

Noel Freidline

Musical Styles: Impassioned and Accomplished, Multi-Talented as a Pianist, Arranger, Composer, Teacher and Father!

A native of Clearwater, KS, Noel Freidline's musical career has taken him from coast to coast. Classically trained at the Wichita State University, then transferring to the University of North Florida to finish his degree in jazz studies, Noel graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Music in 1991. In 1992 he assembled the band that he still leads today.

As a pianist, vocalist and bandleader, Noel masterfully walks the fine line between leading and supporting the musicians on stage. He brings a dynamic and charismatic presence to the stage, yet one never loses the sense that he considers it a privilege to participate in the world of music. His left-of-center writing and arranging has earned reviews that range from "sublime" and "unconventionally hip" to "masterful and innovative."

His passion for the music as well as his ability to connect with people has made him as engaging as an educator as he is a performer. Noel's educational presentations range from programs for elementary-age children focusing on the joys and accessibility of music, to collegiate-level clinics and workshops ranging from the craft of performing to the business side of music. Noel's heart for teaching has led him to develop and present a series of workshops for church musicians, both professional and volunteer, to help them develop their talents and expand the way they approach worship. Noel also maintains a private teaching studio.

Noel serves on the music team at Mecklenburg Community Church and currently resides in Charlotte, NC with his wife April and their three children.

Testimonials

Testimonials

AngieHiott

Just wanted to let you know that I celebrated my 33rd bday with you guys last night and I must say.... IT WAS INCREDIBLE!!!! The music, the food... and the wine! Ive been here for 24 years and this by far was the best time! THANK YOU!

Dan Barrett, Itinerant Jazz Trombonist

Almost every jazz musician I know dreams about owning his or her own club. If I had my own place, I'd want it to be just like the Jazz Corner. It's one of the classiest, "grooviest" clubs in which I've had the pleasure of performing. (I'm still trying to figure out if it's a great jazz club that's also a first-class restaurant, or the other way around!)