Ekep Nkwelle

When:
Saturday, Nov 21, 2026 7:30p -
9:30p

Where:
Shalin Liu Performance Center
37 Main Street
Rockport, Massachusetts 01966

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Admission:
$32.00

Hosted by:
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Categories:
Music

Event website:
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Ekep Nkwelle is a force in today’s jazz scene, with a journey from Washington, DC, to New York City. She refined her talents at Duke Ellington School of the Arts, Howard University, and The Juilliard School.

“Nkwelle is a rising star of her own.” --All About Jazz

Her captivating voice has earned her collaborations with jazz legends like Wynton Marsalis, Dianne Reeves, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Cyrus Chestnut, and the late Russell Malone. She has also performed on renowned stages including SFJAZZ, NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert, Marians Jazzroom, and the Umbria Jazz Festival.

In 2023, she received the Juilliard Career Advancement Grant, nominated by Marsalis, highlighting her artistry. Beyond performing, Ekep supports influential arts organizations including The National Jazz Museum in Harlem and Jazz Houston, and she is one of Jazz at Lincoln Center’s latest rising stars.

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