Cécile McLorin Salvant live in Nashville

Experience Cécile McLorin Salvant live on September 19th

Cécile McLorin Salvant is scheduled to perform at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center’s James K. Polk Theater in Nashville, Tennessee on September 19, 2026. Salvant is a critically acclaimed vocalist known for her interpretations of jazz and blues standards, alongside original compositions. Her musical style is characterized by a remarkable vocal range, nuanced phrasing, and a storytelling approach deeply rooted in the traditions of jazz vocalists like Billie Holiday and Sarah Vaughan, while also incorporating elements of vaudeville, folk, and opera. She frequently explores themes of identity, history, and the human condition within her performances.

The Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC) opened in 1980, revitalizing Nashville’s downtown area. It comprises several performance spaces including Andrew Jackson Hall, the James K. Polk Theater – where Salvant will appear – and the War Memorial Auditorium. Originally conceived as part of a larger urban redevelopment plan, TPAC serves as a non-profit performing arts center dedicated to presenting and supporting a diverse array of artistic disciplines. The James K. Polk Theater specifically hosts more intimate performances including theatrical productions, dance recitals and musical concerts; it seats approximately 1,200 patrons.