Cécile McLorin Salvant
Widely regarded as one of the finest jazz vocalists of our time, Cécile McLorin Salvant has achieved what few artists ever do: all six of her albums have been Grammy-nominated, and three have won the award for Best Jazz Vocal Album. She is also a consistent favorite in the critics’ and readers’ polls of DownBeat magazine.
Her first visit to Finland was at Pori Jazz in 2024, where she captivated the Lokkilava audience and earned a standing ovation. Early in her career, Salvant was compared to the legendary Sarah Vaughan, but her artistry has since evolved into something uniquely her own. In her recent work, she explores folk traditions and showcases her talent as a composer and lyricist, pushing the boundaries of jazz with elegance and depth.