Champagne & Regret
outrageously delightful vocal and guitar music
A bubbly, swingin', and often haunting jazz experience brought to you by the soulful voice of Courtney Freed and the spectacular guitar stylings of Hamody Hindi.
Some of These Days
Some of These Days
Almost Like Being in Love
All My Lovin'
ABOUT
The spicy musical duo "Champagne & Regret" provide Latin and swing jazz interpretations of great American classics including Cole Porter, Harold Arlen and the Beatles, as well as catchy originals and energetic 80s and 90s covers. Delightful rhythms and luscious vocals provide a rich and festive feast for the ears.
Strong, passionate, vivacious and daring, Courtney Freed is a dynamic vocalist in a class all her own. She is a Portland based singer, songwriter, creatrix and educator. She has been called a "whirlwind of excitement" as well as "effervescent" and "breathtaking." Whether she is belting out a Queen classic or a sultry standard, she is sure to captivate many a listener. She has performed in many prestigious venues in New York City, Chicago and Los Angeles as well as Portland, where she resides. Her sparkling and smooth tribute through the Great American Songbook is not to be missed live. She also sings lead with local swing band, The Courtney Freed Five and hosts a monthly piano bar with local pianist David Saffert at Portland Center Stage. You can catch her live at many beloved jazz venues in town including Wilf's, The Old Church, Corkscrew Wine Bar, Amaterra Wines, Domaine Serene, Alberta Street Pub, Norse Hall and more! Her sophomore album, "Big Crazy Love," a delicious combination of jazz inspired originals and covers was released in early 2022. For more info, visit www.courtneyfreedmusic.com.
Hamody (huMOEdee) Hindi is a Portland, Oregon based guitarist who specializes in swing and latin jazz. He performs regularly with several fine groups such as the Little Big Band, Hot Club Lonefir Hot Club, and The Newport Nightengales. Musical influences include Joe Pass, Django Reinhardt, and Wes Montgomery. Hamody started playing guitar at age 10 in Cookeville, TN. In high school, the guitar found some competition with the classical music world via the tuba. While studying classical music at U.C. Berkeley, Hamody was converted to jazz by Joe Pass and hasn’t looked back since! After spending some time in the Bay Area focused on bebop, Hamody moved to the Portland area in 2008. He quickly assimilated to the vibrant swing jazz scene. He has been serving up smiles through the magic of swing ever since!
