Esperanza Spalding live in Phoenix

Experience Esperanza Spalding live on September 19th

Esperanza Spalding will perform at the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) in Phoenix, Arizona on September 19, 2026. Spalding is a bassist, vocalist, and composer known for a highly eclectic musical style. Her work blends jazz, soul, funk, bossa nova, and elements of classical music, often incorporating complex harmonies and rhythmic structures. She gained prominence after winning the 2010 Grammy Award for Best New Artist – the first bassist to receive the award. Throughout her career, Spalding has released critically acclaimed albums exploring diverse concepts and narratives, frequently challenging genre boundaries.

The Musical Instrument Museum, which opened in 2010, is a globally unique institution dedicated to the study and display of musical instruments from around the world. Its collection comprises over 8,000 instruments representing more than 200 countries and territories. The museum’s exhibits are organized geographically, allowing visitors to explore how instruments and performance practices vary across different cultures. MIM also features rotating exhibitions focusing on specific themes or artists and includes a 300-seat concert hall designed to showcase a wide range of musical styles with excellent acoustics.