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Esperanza Spalding

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Review 1 for Esperanza Spalding

5 / 5

Esperanza was Incredible!!!!

Florida Theatre Jacksonville @

- Jacksonville @

, FL @

- Sun, Oct 21, 2012 @

Favorite moment: When she sang "Black Gold".......what an amazing song for young african american young men but could apply to anyone! @

Posted 10/23/2012

by MMT2

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I loved the show! Esperanza was awesome and her band was just as awesome!
Unforgettable event cant wait until I can see her in concert again!! Loved it!!

Florida Theatre Jacksonville @

- Jacksonville @

, FL @

- Sun, Oct 21, 2012 @

Favorite moment: When she sang "Black Gold".......what an amazing song for young african american young men but could apply to anyone! @

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Review 2 for Esperanza Spalding

5 / 5

Pure Magic!!!!

Colony Theater @

- Miami Beach @

, FL @

- Fri, Apr 16, 2010 @

Favorite moment: every moment was great @

Posted 04/17/2010

by Cabinetshop

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Magical!!!!!! I've seen Esperanza two times in three months and both concerts were totally different set lists one was a four piece and the other a trio. Both were magical! As a professional jazz singer and guitariast, I know how hard it is to sing and play an instrument at the same time. The bass is so much more difficult to play and sing with. She is incredible as a singer and as a Bass player but what she does with the combination, to me is breathtaking, and awe-inspiring.

Colony Theater @

- Miami Beach @

, FL @

- Fri, Apr 16, 2010 @

Favorite moment: every moment was great @

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Review 3 for Esperanza Spalding

5 / 5

ESPERANZA!!!!!!

Warner Theatre @

- Washington @

, DC @

- Mon, Apr 22, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Before 'Black Gold", she did a back and forth with one of her back ground singers (Chris) who sung all his responses. His vocals were breathtaking!!! @

Opening act(s): None...she doesn't need one! @

Posted 04/25/2013

by JPacer

Location:Manassas VA

I had heard of Esperanza Spalding back when she won the AOTY Grammy in 2009 (I think). Anyway, my new girlfriend had recently caught wind of her via a friends' IPOD and turned me on to some of the new material from "Radio Music Society"...Black Gold and King to be specific. I liked what I heard. About a week later I noticed that she would be in the DC area very soon. I decided I would surprise my lady with tickets to the show. We were not disappointed. Miss Spalding is a true talent who should be revered on a larger scale. The way she uses her voice was truly magical. Her back band (9 or 10 I believe) were equally as talented. An excellent show overall. I can't wait to see her again!!!!

Warner Theatre @

- Washington @

, DC @

- Mon, Apr 22, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Before 'Black Gold", she did a back and forth with one of her back ground singers (Chris) who sung all his responses. His vocals were breathtaking!!! @

Opening act(s): None...she doesn't need one! @

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Review 4 for Esperanza Spalding

5 / 5

Great musicians, great show

Warner Theatre @

- Washington @

, DC @

- Mon, Apr 22, 2013 @

Opening act(s): n/a @

Posted 04/24/2013

by BabylonSister80

What I really appreciated about Esperanza Spalding -- beyond her perfectly-crafted vocals and seamless moves from bass guitar to stand up bass and back again -- was the carefully construction of the entire performance. She had a story to tell, and she lovingly took the audience by the hand to take us through that narrative. Jazz may be about improvisation, but it was clear that Esperanza had choreographed every step of our journey. I can't say enough about the amazing performances delivered by the musicians joining her on stage -- each a star in his/her own right. The performances were so tight, it was as if they presented with one voice. Brava.

Warner Theatre @

- Washington @

, DC @

- Mon, Apr 22, 2013 @

Opening act(s): n/a @

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Review 5 for Esperanza Spalding

5 / 5

Esperanza Spalding is a genius!

Warner Theatre @

- Washington @

, DC @

- Mon, Apr 22, 2013 @

Favorite moment: The encore - Esparanza and her drummer, guitarist and pianist - I know that you know is such a great song! @

Posted 04/24/2013

by Lisilda

Location:Bethesda, Maryland

Beautiful lady, beautiful voice. Brilliant bass player. Her band was amazing.

Warner Theatre @

- Washington @

, DC @

- Mon, Apr 22, 2013 @

Favorite moment: The encore - Esparanza and her drummer, guitarist and pianist - I know that you know is such a great song! @

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Review 6 for Esperanza Spalding

5 / 5

As usual she was amazing!

Shurbert @

- Boston @

Posted 02/11/2013

by Tash78

She sings beautifully, plays amazing. The show was simply amazing! The venue was meh, but she was so amazing it was easy to overlook the dinginess.

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- Boston @

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Review 7 for Esperanza Spalding

5 / 5

Esperanza

Apollo @

- NYC @

Posted 11/15/2012

by meltzman

The real deal. Got the voice, stage presence, and can play the stand up base with like any jazz legend. Don't miss

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- NYC @

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Review 8 for Esperanza Spalding

5 / 5

Apollo Theater @

- New York @

, NY @

- Sat, Oct 27, 2012 @

Favorite moment: When Black Gold and Crowned & Kissed were performed @

Posted 11/10/2012

by Anonymous

Esperanza Spalding is the TRUTH! I can see why she beat out some of the more popular artists for her grammy. She can sing and play multiple instruments. She is a true performer! Her back up singers and the band were AMAZING!

Apollo Theater @

- New York @

, NY @

- Sat, Oct 27, 2012 @

Favorite moment: When Black Gold and Crowned & Kissed were performed @

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Review 9 for Esperanza Spalding

5 / 5

Apollo Theater @

- New York @

, NY @

- Fri, Oct 26, 2012 @

Posted 11/05/2012

by Fred06

Location:France NICE

Just Amazing!!!

Very good Show, in a unforgetable place

Apollo Theater @

- New York @

, NY @

- Fri, Oct 26, 2012 @

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Review 10 for Esperanza Spalding

5 / 5

A little bit of Broadway - Great Show

Florida Theatre Jacksonville @

- Jacksonville @

, FL @

- Sun, Oct 21, 2012 @

Favorite moment: To many to mention, left me wanting more... @

Opening act(s): None @

Posted 11/04/2012

by BrokerGM

Location:Florida

Top 25 Contributor

A very special evening, an artist with near limitless talent and an angelic voice. The stage was set up with the "Horn" section seated behind a what resembled an old transistor radio. Even before Esperanza took the stage, the show begins with some static noise, and the band symbolically running through various genre's of music, simulating dialing thru the old radio dial. Your hooked, hold on and enjoy the show...

Florida Theatre Jacksonville @

- Jacksonville @

, FL @

- Sun, Oct 21, 2012 @

Favorite moment: To many to mention, left me wanting more... @

Opening act(s): None @

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Review 11 for Esperanza Spalding

4 / 5

Apollo Theater @

- New York @

, NY @

- Sat, Oct 27, 2012 @

Posted 11/03/2012

by Anonymous

Prefer the CD - sound and production.
Big band experiment, excellent musicians, but...
worthwhile experience

Apollo Theater @

- New York @

, NY @

- Sat, Oct 27, 2012 @

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Review 12 for Esperanza Spalding

4 / 5

Cool

Apollo Theater @

- New York @

, NY @

- Sat, Oct 27, 2012 @

Favorite moment: The whole show is nice @

Posted 10/31/2012

by Altajr

Location:New york

She is very cool. Her tunes have something from Brazilian music, from Bossa Nova, from Milton Nascimento. Sounds great!!

Apollo Theater @

- New York @

, NY @

- Sat, Oct 27, 2012 @

Favorite moment: The whole show is nice @

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Review 13 for Esperanza Spalding

5 / 5

A new fan!

Apollo Theater @

- New York @

, NY @

- Sat, Oct 27, 2012 @

Opening act(s): None @

Posted 10/31/2012

by Dartagnan13

Location:NYC

I had heard of Esperanza Spalding but never heard any of her music. Boy, was I missing out! She's an amazingly talented artist who put on a great 2-hour show. Her band is excellent. She's now on my favorites list.

Apollo Theater @

- New York @

, NY @

- Sat, Oct 27, 2012 @

Opening act(s): None @

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Review 14 for Esperanza Spalding

5 / 5

A Wonderful Evening of Entertainment

Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre @

- Atlanta @

, GA @

- Fri, Oct 19, 2012 @

Posted 10/30/2012

by LePeche

I had seen Esperanza Spalding in 2008 and was blown away. But, now she is even better. Her stage presence and rapport with the audience have probably improved more than her musicality. It amazes me that someone so young is so good. I was a bit disappointed that Spalding and Carrington did not perform together; I would have enjoyed them doing pieces from The Mosaic Project. I was glad to see that Atlanta's own Algebra was able to join the set. Seeing Spelman alum Tia Fuller (with both Carrington and Spalding) was an additional blessing. This was one of the best shows that I have ever seen.

Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre @

- Atlanta @

, GA @

- Fri, Oct 19, 2012 @

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Review 15 for Esperanza Spalding

5 / 5

The Apollo & Esperanza - a match made in heaven!

Apollo Theater @

- New York @

, NY @

- Sat, Oct 27, 2012 @

Favorite moment: The prelude to "Black Gold" with one of the vocalists and Esperanza's encore performance were two of my favorite moments of the performance. @

Posted 10/30/2012

by CidraMs

Location:Brooklyn

This concert was wonderful! The Apollo is a great venue and a historical treasure. Esperanza and her uber-talented band brought the house DOWN!! So glad I was able to attend such a musical experience. I hope Esperanza comes back to NYC and plays at The Apollo again, or BAM in Brooklyn.

Apollo Theater @

- New York @

, NY @

- Sat, Oct 27, 2012 @

Favorite moment: The prelude to "Black Gold" with one of the vocalists and Esperanza's encore performance were two of my favorite moments of the performance. @

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Review 16 for Esperanza Spalding

5 / 5

Esperanza Aplus Plus Plus

Apollo Theater @

- New York @

, NY @

- Sat, Oct 27, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Encore Performance! LOVE IT! @

Opening act(s): Performed straight sets @

Posted 10/29/2012

by YatesNY

Location:Westchester

Nice easy evening with a display of musical creativity and range. I would travel to the next venue if not nearby. When this show arrives you will truly enjoy the musical experience!

Apollo Theater @

- New York @

, NY @

- Sat, Oct 27, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Encore Performance! LOVE IT! @

Opening act(s): Performed straight sets @

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Review 17 for Esperanza Spalding

5 / 5

SOOOOO AMAZING!!!

Apollo Theater @

- New York @

, NY @

- Sat, Oct 27, 2012 @

Posted 10/29/2012

by ruka65

I think so happy that I can saw her super amazing performance! I surprised her high potential in the bass but she is good singer, too.

Apollo Theater @

- New York @

, NY @

- Sat, Oct 27, 2012 @

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Review 18 for Esperanza Spalding

5 / 5

Fell in Love with Esperanza Spalding

Apollo Theater @

- New York @

, NY @

- Sat, Oct 27, 2012 @

Favorite moment: All @

Posted 10/29/2012

by RegoPark

Location:New York City

Incredible concert. Was impressed every step of the away. Her connection to the audience was amazing..

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- New York @

, NY @

- Sat, Oct 27, 2012 @

Favorite moment: All @

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Review 19 for Esperanza Spalding

5 / 5

Apollo Theater @

- New York @

, NY @

- Sat, Oct 27, 2012 @

Posted 10/29/2012

by Temino

Esperanza was charming, full of energy and musically, as always, perfect. One of the best shows I have ever seen in my life.

Apollo Theater @

- New York @

, NY @

- Sat, Oct 27, 2012 @

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Review 20 for Esperanza Spalding

5 / 5

Excellent Show!!

Apollo Theater @

- New York @

, NY @

- Sat, Oct 27, 2012 @

Favorite moment: When she sang!! @

Posted 10/29/2012

by FleurG

Location:East Harlem

The show was fantastic, and Ms. Spalding was incredible..... Her voice is so crisp and clear - and sharp, a light sharp.
The music was great - it was overall a great show.
I will definitely go to her show again- and would recommend that R&B and Jazz fans alike - or any music lover for that matter - should go to her show.
Great Musician.

Apollo Theater @

- New York @

, NY @

- Sat, Oct 27, 2012 @

Favorite moment: When she sang!! @

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