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Wynton Marsalis: Bridging Jazz and Classical Worlds

Wynton Marsalis, a name synonymous with jazz brilliance, continues to reshape the boundaries of musical genres. Through a series of performances with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, the Philadelphia Orchestra, and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Marsalis showcases an inspiring blend of jazz and classical music. These events highlight his prowess as a composer and trumpeter, while celebrating the rich heritage of jazz and its intersection with classical traditions, making Marsalis' contribution to music both remarkable and enduring.

Jun 3, 2025

1. Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis

Grammy-winning trumpeter Wynton Marsalis leads the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, featuring over a dozen of today’s finest jazz soloists and ensemble players who perform the music of the great jazz composers as well as original works that foster an appreciation for this American music genre.

Jun 19, 2025

Mayo Performing Arts Center

Morristown, NJ · Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC)

2. Beethoven and Marsalis

Composer, trumpeter, and standard-bearer for the art form, jazz legend Wynton Marsalis has earned scores of awards including the Pulitzer Prize for Music. In 1983, he became the first and only artist ever to win both a Classical and Jazz Grammy in the same year; in 1984 he did it again. Joined by the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, The Philadelphia Orchestra performs Marsalis’s newest work on a program with Beethoven’s lively, melodic Seventh Symphony.

28 - 31 May, 2026

Philadelphia Orchestra

Philadelphia, PA · Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

3. Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis

Versatile, spontaneous and hard-swinging as ever, the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra is the world’s premier big band, comprised of the finest ensemble players in jazz today. Artistic director Wynton Marsalis, whose vast repertoire includes everything from new commissions to masterworks by Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Mary Lou Williams and Thelonious Monk, returns with the band to its second home at Symphony Center.

Jun 2, 2026

Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Chicago, IL · Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Conclusion

Wynton Marsalis exemplifies the power of music to transcend and transform. Through his leadership in these concerts, Marsalis not only showcased his exceptional talent but also his dedication to cultural and musical heritage. By bridging jazz and classical music, he offers audiences a unique experience that honors tradition while embracing innovation. His work serves as a beacon for the future of music, inviting a new generation to explore the limitless possibilities that arise when genres intersect. Marsalis continues to inspire, ensuring that the legacy of jazz and its ability to adapt remains vibrant and relevant.

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