Cécile McLorin Salvant live in Frankfurt

Experience Cécile McLorin Salvant live on March 6th

Cécile McLorin Salvant is a critically acclaimed American jazz vocalist known for her distinctive vocal timbre, dramatic interpretation, and repertoire spanning jazz standards, blues, and lesser-known historical pieces. Her performances often incorporate storytelling and theatrical elements, drawing from a wide range of influences including Bessie Smith, Billie Holiday, and operatic traditions. Salvant’s albums have garnered numerous awards, including Grammy Awards for Best Jazz Vocal Album.

The Alte Oper Frankfurt is a significant concert hall with a rich history. Originally built in 1880, it served as Frankfurt’s primary opera house until it was heavily damaged during Allied bombing raids in World War II. While largely rebuilt in the 1960s, the reconstruction controversially retained a modern architectural aesthetic alongside remnants of the original structure.

Today, the Alte Oper functions as a multi-venue complex hosting opera, ballet, concerts – encompassing classical music, jazz and world music – and other theatrical performances. It is renowned for its excellent acoustics and its importance as a cultural landmark within Frankfurt and Germany. The building represents a dialogue between historical preservation and modern design principles within the city's architectural landscape.