Nnenna Freelon “great Grief Live!” at Boykin Center

About

Multi GRAMMY Award nominee Nnenna Freelon is known worldwide as a compelling and captivating live performer.  Recently, Nnenna starred in the critically acclaimed show Georgia on My Mind: Celebrating the Music of Ray Charles.  She has toured with Ray Charles, as well as many other great jazz artists including Ellis Marsalis, Al Jarreau, George Benson, Earl Klugh, Take 6, and others.  In 2019, Nnenna lost her husband of 40 years, renowned architect Phil Freelon.  Within six months, Nnenna lost her sister, Dr. Debbie Pierce passed away from cancer.  In her efforts to find her voice amidst these challenges, Nenna has begun to emerge with new ways to share her feelings and express her experiences through Great Grief Live!