The first Preston Robert Tisch Award in Civic Leadership was presented to jazz musician, educator and advocate for the arts Wynton Marsalis, on November 29th, 2010 at the Kaye Playhouse of Hunter College in New York City. The annual award is funded by the family of the late Preston Robert Tisch to carry on his legacy of public service and philanthropy.
Mr. Marsalis was honored for his work in bringing music and music education programs to young people as well as for his efforts to help New Orleans recover from the devastating effects of Hurricane Katrina. The program featured a conversation between Mr. Marsalis and Aspen Institute president Walter Isaacson.
1997 Algur H. Meadows Award
Wynton Marsalis on The Tavis Smiley Show
Wynton Talking with David Frost
Jazz at Lincoln Center celebrates 25 Years - CBS This Morning
Wynton discussing Swing Symphony with Simon Rattle
Talking about the Blues Symphony - The score
Wynton Marsalis at National Black Arts Festival 2009
Haverford College Commencement Speech (1998)
Talking about the Blues Symphony - Movement VI
Wynton Marsalis on The Colbert Report
Talking about the Blues Symphony - Movement V
Later with Bob Costas