These great jazz musicians set new standards for instrumental and vocal performance in the 20th century. Their work stands as a testament to the creative power of jazz. ...
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What I really have in my head, my imagination, my understanding of music, I never really get that out.Wynton Marsalis
We always hear about the rights of democracy, but the major responsibility of it is participation.
Wynton Marsalis
I knew Christian when he was still a kid and he stood out even then. I never see him that much now, but he was already a phenomenal musician then. He was unbelievable As a boy, he could play the piano as well as the bass. I was like a band director for him and he could play everything great.
Wynton Marsalis
Only a few act - the rest of us reap the benefits of their risk.
Wynton Marsalis
Trumpet players see each other, and it's like we're getting ready to square off or get into a fight or something.
Wynton Marsalis
When I auditioned for my high school band the band director was excited because my father was known to be a great musician. When he heard me, he said 'Are you sure you're Ellis's son?'
Wynton Marsalis
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