Christina Cultural Arts Center Presents Grammy-Nominated Jazz Vocalist Michael Mayo

WILMINGTON, DELAWARE, DE, UNITED STATES, October 7, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Christina Cultural Arts Center, a Wilmington-based nonprofit arts organization, is set to host Grammy-nominated jazz vocalist Michael Mayo on October 23 at 7 p.m. at its Clifford Brown Performance Center, located at 705 N. Market Street. The event is part of the center's ongoing mission to present exceptional emerging and established jazz artists to audiences throughout the region.

Mayo, a Los Angeles-based artist, brings a unique blend of jazz, neo-soul, and R&B to the stage. Known for his innovative use of voice, Mayo layers harmonies and expressive vocals to create a sound that is both rooted in jazz and distinctly contemporary. His approach to music is intuitive, incorporating vocal harmonies and songwriting into an evolving musical language.

The performance is more than a night of live music; it reflects CCAC's longstanding commitment to preserving and advancing one of America's most influential original art forms. Founded in 1945, CCAC has served as a cultural anchor in Wilmington, connecting audiences with artists who are pushing jazz forward while honoring the music's rich history. The organization is a member of the Jazz Touring Network, a network of presenters committed to bringing jazz artists to communities throughout the region.

Mayo's musical background is steeped in the traditions of American popular music. He was surrounded by music in his youth, with a mother who performed alongside artists including Beyoncé, Diana Ross, Luther Vandross, and Whitney Houston, and a father who sang and played saxophone for Earth, Wind & Fire and performed horns with Sérgio Mendes. Mayo later studied at the New England Conservatory of Music and the Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz at UCLA.

His 2021 debut album, "Bones," earned critical acclaim and generated millions of streams, while his subsequent work has established him as one of the compelling young voices in contemporary jazz. His latest album, "FLY," was recorded with pianist Shai Maestro, bassist Linda May Han Oh, and drummer Nate Smith. The album explores jazz, songwriting, improvisation, and vocal experimentation while paying tribute to the music that influenced him.

The Wilmington performance continues CCAC's history of bringing next-level jazz and contemporary artists to regional audiences. Past performers presented by CCAC have included Snarky Puppy, Gregory Porter, Alicia Olatuja, Christian Sands, The Baylor Project, and Christie Dashiell, among others. Tickets for Mayo's performance are $35 and are available at www.ccacde.org.

For nearly 80 years, CCAC has provided affordable arts education, cultural programming, live performances, career pathways, and opportunities for artists and creatives. The organization has served as an anchor in Wilmington's arts community and Creative District, presenting music, dance, drama, and visual arts while creating opportunities for audiences of all ages to engage with the arts.