Esperanza Spalding is an American jazz bassist, cellist and singer, who draws upon many genres in her
own compositions.
She was a musical prodigy, playing violin in the Chamber Music Society
of Oregon at age five. She was later both self-taught and trained on multiple instruments,
including guitar and bass. Her proficiency earned her scholarships to Portland State University and
the Berklee College of Music.
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Birth name:
Esperanza Emily Spalding
Born:
October 18, 1984 (age
)
From:
Portland, Oregon, United States
Genres:
Jazz, jazz fusion, bossa nova, neo soul, R&B
Occupations:
Musician, composer, educator, bandleader
Instruments:
Vocals, double bass, bass guitar, violin, cello
Years active:
2000–present
Associated acts:
Stanley Clarke, Patti Austin, Joe Lovano
Esperanza Spalding Awards:
2014
Grammy Award for Best Instrumental Arrangement Accompanying Vocalist(s) - "Swing Low"
2013
Grammy Award for Best Jazz Vocal Album - "Radio Music Society"
Grammy Award for
Best Instrumental Arrangement Accompanying Vocalist(s) -
City Of Roses
2012
Smithsonian magazine's American Ingenuity Award
Soul Train Music Award for Best Contemporary Jazz Artist/ Group
2011
Grammy Award for Best New Artist
Boston Music Award for Jazz Artist of the Year
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