The 23-year old vocalist, who is being acclaimed as the next big thing in the
field of female jazz singers, will be appearing on Later with Jools - 8th & 11th
October - with her trio following a date at Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club on 7th
October. She's also recording a session for Jamie Cullum's BBC Radio 2 show
which will be broadcast later in October.
Cecile McLorin Salvant blends the sounds and styles of modern jazz with a complete
command of the classic blues and early American vocal tradition. She draws on littleknown
songs spanning centuries of American music that aren't recognized as standards,
but "should be, because they are so beautifully crafted.
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