Harvey Cummings II
• – • The Pearl
About the speaker
Masterful Musician Harvey Cummings II, a native of Charlotte, has taken the world of music by storm with his unmatched talent and remarkable versatility. As an award-winning saxophonist, pianist, songwriter, and producer, Cummings has created a unique sound that seamlessly blends jazz, hip-hop, and soul, providing listeners with an extraordinary auditory experience.
At the forefront of the modern jazz movement, Cummings leads his captivating ensemble, The Harvey Cummings Project. Their performances have graced the stages of prestigious festivals and have mesmerized audiences on television and podcast series alike. The list of clients they have collaborated with is awe-inspiring, including luminaries such as President Barack Obama, Oprah Winfrey, and Michael Jordan. Additionally, Cummings has worked alongside esteemed organizations and entities like Blumenthal Performing Arts, CRVA, Lowe's, CLTure, The Carolina Panthers, The ACC, CIA, and MEAC Conferences, The National Urban League, Creative Mornings, The Links, Jack & Jill of America, most D9 organizations, and 20th Century Fox's Our Kind of People. Harvey was even in charge of directing various musical performances at Super Bowl 50 in San Jose, California.
A graduate of North Carolina Central University and and an initiate of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc, Cummings holds both a BA and a BM in Music and Jazz. His remarkable compositions have been featured on Cartoon Network's "The Boondocks," and he has lent his musical prowess to renowned brands such as Dreamville, Courvoisier, Urban Outfitters, Bud Light, CLTure, Allen Edmonds, and the Harvey B Gantt Center for African-American Arts and Culture. Cummings's dedication to his craft is evident through his collaborations with notable artists such as rapper Dababy Mez, TLC, Angie Stone, Anthony Hamilton, Cyanca, Elevator Jay, Fantasia, Lute, Erick Lottary, and many more.
Cummings's musical genius has not gone unnoticed. The Charlotte Post has aptly described him as "a cornerstone of Charlotte's music scene," acknowledging his unwavering contributions to the local and national music landscape. His ability to seamlessly blend genres has captivated the hearts of audiences across the globe, earning him resounding accolades and a dedicated fan base.
As Harvey Cummings II continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in music, his remarkable career trajectory is poised to reach even greater heights. With a harmonious fusion of jazz, hip-hop, and soul, Cummings's astonishing compositions will undoubtedly leave an indelible mark on the music industry for years to come.
Local partners
UNC Charlotte is the Charlotte region’s only R1 university, empowering more than 32,000 students in the state’s largest city. The University drives discovery, fuels industry and strengthens the region’s workforce. With more than 300 degree programs and unmatched access to research, internships and real-world learning, UNC Charlotte delivers the talent, ideas and innovation that move Charlotte and North Carolina forward — the Difference is Charlotte.
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Location
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The Pearl
235 Innovate Lane
Charlotte, North Carolina United States 28204
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Videographer Levin Chaskey
Photographer Imani Black
