ArtistInfo

Esperanza Spalding

eb, voc, *1984 US, Portland, Oregon
Singer / Musician of Jazz

Esperanza Emily Spalding (born October 18, 1984) is an American jazz bassist, cellist and singer, who draws upon many genres in her own compositions.Spalding was raised in Portland, Oregon and 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.

Instruments

• Bass guitar
• Vocals
• Bass
• Double bass

Genres

• Jazz
• R&B/Soul
• Rock
• Latin

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