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Wynton Marsalis Says Cultural Con Jobs Began Long Before Trump
As for so many of us, the past several months formed a season of loss for Wynton Marsalis. His father, pianist Ellis Marsalis—who Wynton described on his blog as “a humble man with a lyrical sound”—died on April 1, at 85, from complications of COVID-19. One of his clearest mentors, the writer and critic Stanley Crouch, died on Sept. 16, at 74. Keep reading »
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WTF with Marc Maron: Wynton Marsalis
Wynton Marsalis created a profound examination of America, race, class, politics and human impulses with his latest epic composition, The Ever Fonky Lowdown. Keep reading »
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Wynton Marsalis tours with new ‘Democracy!’ work, while keeping jazz organization running amid pandemic [Q&A]
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic having shut down arts organizations across the country, jazz trumpeter Wynton Marsalis says he has been busier than ever these past few months. Keep reading »
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‘Reclaim the soul of our nation’: Wynton Marsalis brings The Sounds of Democracy on tour
“I’ve been blessed to be on the road in our country since 1980, so that’s 40 years now, and I stay after every gig and talk to every person, all over the country,” said the legendary trumpeter and band leader. “I’m afraid to fly, so I drive most places. And I have a faith in our people because I’ve met so many people in so many places.” Keep reading »
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Wynton Marsalis Gives Us ‘The Ever Fonky Lowdown’ On A Divided America
In the midst of a global pandemic, mass protests over racial injustice and a bitter election battle, it often feels like Americans are more divided than ever. Luckily, one composer has music that meets the moment. Keep reading »
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“Jazz anticipated this moment” – Wynton Marsalis on Black Lives Matter and the power of music
The Pulitzer Prize-winning composer and trumpeter on how music can highlight and heal the divisions in society and bring us closer together. Keep reading »
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Into Gettin’ Fonky with Wynton Marsalis
Wynton Marsalis was born into a musical tradition. He grew up in New Orleans, home of the best jazz musicians around – including his father, jazz-great Ellis Marsalis. Keep reading »
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Wynton Marsalis: ‘Continue to fight for the world you envision’
Wynton Marsalis once again takes a long hard look at America on his latest offering with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra — “The Ever Fonky Lowdown.” Keep reading »
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Race in America: The Historical Monuments Debate
Good afternoon. I’m Jonathan Capehart, opinion writer for The Washington Post, and welcome to Washington Post Live. You are in for a fun and provocative conversation on race with two outspoken men I’ve interviewed on this subject before. Keep reading »
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Explore the life, inspirations and iconic recordings of trumpeter Wynton Marsalis
Most fans know Wynton Marsalis as the most recognizable jazz trumpeter of his generation. He’s also a celebrated composer, educator, and music director of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra. Keep reading »