Jazz Songtress – Cécile McLorin Salvant

Poised. Radiant. Captivating. The words of praise for young Cécile McLorin Salvant far outstrip her years of experience – a testament to her studied, stunning command of blues, jazz, and classical vocabularies. Born in Miami to a French mother and a Haitian father, Salvant immersed herself in music from age five, eventually honing her vocal chops in Aix-en-Provence, France. It’s only fitting that an artist of such unique origins would conclude the winding musical journey that is the Rialto Series, ending the season in Atlanta on a beautiful, high note.