Name: Cécile McLorin Salvant
Start: 2026-02-05T19:30:00
Location: Cal Performances

February 2026 promises an exhilarating lineup at Cal Performances in Berkeley, from innovative saxophone recitals and imaginative jazz interpretations to groundbreaking dance performances and a fusion of classical and contemporary music. Join us as we delve into this month-long celebration of artistic brilliance, featuring acclaimed artists such as Steven Banks, Cécile McLorin Salvant, Martha Graham Dance Company, and many more. Each event promises to captivate audiences with its unique flair, making this February an unforgettable month of artistic exploration and enjoyment.

A Month of Artistic Excellence: February 2026 at Cal Performances

Cécile McLorin Salvant

Cal Performances

In the stirring and eclectic presentation, This Land, celebrated pianist, NPR host, and California native Lara Downes welcomes an all-star cast of collaborators for a program of classical and popular music that explores the richness and complexity of the American experience.

Lara Downes and Friends

Hailed as “her generation’s most imaginative and thrilling jazz interpreter” (Spin), vocalist and composer Cécile McLorin Salvant is much admired for beguiling projects that bring fresh perspectives to jazz performance through dramatic storytelling, vivid historical context, and daring original composition.

Cécile McLorin Salvant

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