Paul Freehling

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Oral History Information

Interview Date
Job Title
President
Company Name
Art's Music

Paul Freehling was brought up in the music retail business as the son of Art Freehling, the legendary music man of Montgomery, Alabama. Art’s incredible knowledge of business and music not only resulted in a successful store; it also made him a local hero and a beloved salesman. Paul’s role in the business was also vast, including the introduction of a computerized system in the store as early as 1969. He also oversaw the expansion to three stores and the relocation of the Montgomery store to a new and stronger location. Paul’s daughters joined the business making their family’s third generation of music retailers.