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Wynton at Norwich Free Academy
Yesterday, Wynton visited the Norwich Free Academy as part of the school's Sesquicentennial Anniversary Music Celebration. Wynton spoke to students and presented a critique of the student jazz band.… Keep reading »
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Listen to Wynton speaking at National Press Club 2005
Wynton spoke at a National Press Luncheon titled “Higher Ground: Hurricane Relief and Rebuilding in New Orleans.” He said that less should be focused on what “they” didn’t do, but what “we” could do to help the hurricane ravaged city. Mr. Marsalis also talked about the influence of jazz musicians and its roots in New Orleans on the social consciousness of Americans. Following his speech, Mr. Marsalis responded to questions and comments submitted by members of the audience.
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Wynton Marsalis to speak at National Press Club luncheon 2005
Wynton will speak October 20 at a National Press Club luncheon.
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The NPC luncheon will begin promptly at 12:30 p.m., with Wynton’s address starting just after 1 p.m., followed by a question-and-answer session.
Advance reservations should be made by telephoning 202-662-7501. Cost of the luncheon is $16 for NPC members, $28 for their guests and $35 for general admission. -
Wynton speaks to the devastation brought by hurricane Katrina
Below is Wynton's statement on the devastation of Hurricane Katrina in his hometown, New Orleans: “New Orleans is the most unique of American cities because it is the only city in the world that has… Keep reading »
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Wynton Marsalis as Keynote Speaker at Frank Sinatra School of the Arts
Wynton will address the senior class of Frank Sinatra School of the Arts (FSSA) at graduation ceremonies to be held on Monday, June 27 at 3 p.m. Welcoming Wynton Marsalis to the event will be singer… Keep reading »
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Wynton Marsalis delivering the keynote at Martin Luther King tribute
Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM), hosts the eighteenth annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Come Share the Dream on Monday, January 19, 2004 at 10:30 am in the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House (30 Lafayette Avenue). The celebratory event, the largest public performance honoring Dr. King in New York City, will feature a keynote address by Wynton Marsalis.
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Audio and transcript about Wynton’s speech at National Press Club 2003
As you know, on Monday, September 22, Wynton was in Washington D.C. to speak at the National Press Club.
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Wynton Marsalis to speak at National Press Club 2003
Wynton will speak, on September 22, at a National Press Club luncheon. He will be delivering a speech entitled “Cultural Bankruptcy: Investing in Arts Education”.
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Wynton joined by African drum master Yacub Addy and Odadaa
Part of a Drum Symposium produced in collaboration with the Center for Jazz Studies at Columbia University, which will feature lecture-demonstrations, and films. Friday & Saturday, May 2 & 3, 2003, 8… Keep reading »
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Wynton’s commencement address at Connecticut College 2001
You know, I never write a speech because I feel that when you write something, you go long. But for this one, I wrote one, and if it goes long, I might just stop in the middle of it and start playing. Now, this is kind of new; I’ve never actually read one, so excuse me while I try to find my right, proper angle. Keep reading »