PAC NYC welcomes five-time GRAMMY® Award-winning musician esperanza spalding, a bassist, vocalist, composer, and bandleader celebrated for her innovative blend of jazz, classical, and R&B. In a candid conversation, spalding will discuss her inspirations, and the role jazz has played throughout her career—from winning the GRAMMY Award for Best New Artist to founding Prismid, an eco-cultural nonprofit hub. Drawing on her unique perspective as a jazz artist, spalding will explore the connections between artistic innovation, community wellness, and social justice, offering insight into how these ideas inform both her music and her work beyond the stage. The evening will culminate in a special performance of songs that reflect these themes and her distinct talents.