Known to Spivey Hall audiences as the brilliant collaborator with Cécile McLorin Salvant, Sullivan Fortner returns with his deep-rooted talents as a pianist, composer, band leader, and uncompromising individualist. The Grammy® Award-winning artist out of New Orleans received international praise as a key player and producer for his collaborative work on The Window, alongside Cécile McLorin Salvant. In 2024, Sullivan and Cécile delighted a sold-out crowd at Spivey Hall, and we look forward to exploring more of this talented artist’s work.

“Jazz vocalist Cécile McLorin Salvant and pianist Sullivan Fortner brought the heat with what could already be one of the most brilliant performances of the year.”
– EarRelevant