Von Freeman was a renowned Saxophonist who was born in Chicago in 1923. He was a Navy veteran and a founder of the Chicago School of Jazz, playing hard bop tenor saxophone. His career spanned over seven decades and he amassed a net worth of $30 Million.
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Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $30 Million (2024)
About
Considered one of the founders of the Chicago School of Jazz. He was also a Navy veteran and a hard bop tenor saxophone player.
Before Fame
He started playing saxophone as a child and, after being drafted during World War II, he returned to Chicago to play with an array of jazzmen.
Trivia
He is the recipient of a NEA Jazz Masters Award.
Family Life
His father was a close friend of Louis Armstrong in Chicago.
Associated With
His son is Chico Freeman.
