Jazz at Lincoln Center Wynton Marsalis begins a phased leadership transition after 40 years, as the jazz world reflects on his impact and looks ahead to 2026.
Wynton Marsalis
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Jazz masters, Grammy picks, and a standout night at Orchestra Hall
Grammy nominations, NEA Jazz Masters honors, and a standout Wynton Marsalis performance highlight a powerful season for jazz.
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Fall into jazz: smooth sounds and star performances this season
The crisp, cool air of autumn is here, the fall colors are on full display, and soon some of jazz’s brightest stars will be too. Add to that a host of warm, colorful new recordings perfect for cozying up on chilly days ahead. Boney James and Kirk Whalum, two of today’s biggest contemporary jazz artists, […]
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Greatest big band in the land spreads joy at Orchestra Hall
The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis performed at Orchestra Hall in Minneapolis, showcasing their mastery of jazz music and inspiring the audience with their energetic and soulful performance.
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The year in jazz: My top 10 favorites
The best jazz albums of 2023 include Brian Blade, Louis Hayes, Nina Simone, Wynton Marsalis, Fred Hersh and Esperanza Spalding, Ron Blake, and Eric Alexander…
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Cozy up to new fall releases
It’s a good time to cozy up and get caught up on jazz happenings.
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Overdue biopic belatedly pays tribute to jazz pioneer
‘Bolden’ is a brilliant biopic painting a poignant portrait of what Buddy’s life might have been like.