Dear Ones, lest I forget my memories of being in the performance presence of this beautiful artist. Little would I have ever thought that Freddie would be blowing his wonderful machine in the Heavens before me.
The Hubbard family of Indianapolis, Indiana was very talented and lived in my area; I believe that one of the Hubbards attended I.P.S. 37 with me (just can't remember his name at the present).
While in Indianapolis, I was priviledged to visit the Hub-Bub (30th near Illinois Streets), 34th & Illinois Street and 40th Street Club (near 40th & Boulevard Place). Many a time we (Jerry & me) stopped in on Friday evenings to hear the combo play until the wee hours, about 2:00am. You just never know who you will meet and where life will take both of you.
I lost contact with Freddie after the 1960's, but probably sure that he returned to Indy many times for different occasions. He may have appeared at the Jazz Kitchen (54th & College Avenue), it seems to get all the musician "greats" with large crowds and great food.
My salute to a fine musician who will be missed!
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