Kupferberg Center for the Arts

Gretchen Parlato - Grammy-nominated vocalist and songwriter Gretchen Parlato has amassed a wealth of devoted fans for her unique artistic vision. Her pristine jazz-inflected vocals are both emotionally resonant and luminously precise, illuminating the edges of modern jazz with vibrant imagination. While revered as a crucial jazz figure on her own, Parlato is also celebrated for her work with jazz stalwarts Wayne Shorter, Herbie Hancock, Terence Blanchard, and Kurt Elling, amply demonstrating the rare milestone of creative excellence she has reached.