Sullivan Fortner live in Edgartown

Experience Sullivan Fortner live on August 18th

Sullivan Fortner is scheduled to perform at the Old Whaling Church in Edgartown, Massachusetts on August 18, 2026. Fortner is a pianist and composer known for his deeply personal and harmonically rich jazz compositions. His style blends elements of gospel, classical music, and post-bop jazz, often incorporating improvisation and exploring themes of spirituality and identity. He has released several critically acclaimed albums as a leader and has collaborated with prominent musicians such as Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah and Robert Glasper.

The Old Whaling Church, completed in 1843, served as a central place of worship for the Methodist Episcopal Church on Martha’s Vineyard. Constructed during the peak of Edgartown’s whaling prosperity, its architecture reflects the wealth generated by the industry; it is noted for its Greek Revival design and distinctive interior featuring a large, open space supported by massive wooden beams – originally designed to accommodate large congregations of seafaring families. Following periods of disuse and eventual deterioration, the building underwent significant restoration efforts beginning in the late 20th century.