Wynton Marsalis
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Wynton Marsalis's exploration of socio-cultural and political issues has yielded some of his most inspired and provocative work over the last four decades including the GRAMMYⓇ Award-winning Black Codes (From the Underground) in 1985, Blood on the Fields ─ the first jazz composition ever to win a Pulitzer Prize─ in 1996, All Rise in 2002 (performed by Symphonic Orchestras the world over to great acclaim), and From the Plantation to the Penitentiary in 2007, which according to one reviewer, "reveals some important truth about this country with a lot of anger and heart."
On August 21, 2020, Blue Engine Records will release The Ever Fonky Lowdown, the latest Marsalis composition to directly address the irresistible cocktail of deception, racism, greed, and gullibility that subverts the global fight for human rights and corrupts the possibilities and promise of democracy in America and around the world.
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Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Musical
Wynton Marsalis, After Midnight
News
Review: BBC PROMS: FIRST NIGHT OF THE PROMS 2026, Royal Albert Hall
by Franco Milazzo - Jul 18, 2026
If the Last Night is about waving Union Jacks until arms ache, the First Night had some of that feeling too — albeit a different flag. The Proms this time around will commemorate the 250th anniversary of United States declaring bye-bye to Blighty and plotting its own course into history. Before the strains of “Jerusalem” fade away for another year, the Royal Albert Hall will see both the LA Philharmonic and New York’s Met Orchestra take the stage and Marin Alsop will conduct a night of Leonard Bernstein and George Gershwin. Yuja Wang gives Samuel Barber’s Piano Concerto its first Proms outing on the Last Night, there are world premieres from Wynton Marsalis and Jessie Montgomery plus a centenary celebration of Miles Davis’ work.
by Franco Milazzo - Jul 18, 2026
If the Last Night is about waving Union Jacks until arms ache, the First Night had some of that feeling too — albeit a different flag. The Proms this time around will commemorate the 250th anniversary of United States declaring bye-bye to Blighty and plotting its own course into history. Before the strains of “Jerusalem” fade away for another year, the Royal Albert Hall will see both the LA Philharmonic and New York’s Met Orchestra take the stage and Marin Alsop will conduct a night of Leonard Bernstein and George Gershwin. Yuja Wang gives Samuel Barber’s Piano Concerto its first Proms outing on the Last Night, there are world premieres from Wynton Marsalis and Jessie Montgomery plus a centenary celebration of Miles Davis’ work.
JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA WITH WYNTON MARSALIS and More Set for Seattle Theatre Group 2026/27 Performing Arts Series
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2026
Seattle Theatre Group announced its 2026/27 Performing Arts Series, featuring 15 performances spanning jazz, dance, global music, and theatre, including a newly commissioned work from Perfume Genius and Kate Wallich.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2026
Seattle Theatre Group announced its 2026/27 Performing Arts Series, featuring 15 performances spanning jazz, dance, global music, and theatre, including a newly commissioned work from Perfume Genius and Kate Wallich.
Mandy Gonzalez, Nobuntu and More Set for Caramoor 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2026
Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts will present its upcoming Rosen House Concert Series, featuring 21 performances spanning classical, jazz, folk, and global music, plus a new Juilliard Extension collaboration.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2026
Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts will present its upcoming Rosen House Concert Series, featuring 21 performances spanning classical, jazz, folk, and global music, plus a new Juilliard Extension collaboration.
Cecile Licad Set to Release Scott Joplin Album in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 13, 2026
Pianist Cecile Licad will release a new two-disc album, Scott Joplin—King of Ragtime, on Danacord Records, featuring 22 works drawn from her extensive recital performances of Joplin's music.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 13, 2026
Pianist Cecile Licad will release a new two-disc album, Scott Joplin—King of Ragtime, on Danacord Records, featuring 22 works drawn from her extensive recital performances of Joplin's music.
THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL IN CONCERT and More Set for 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 10, 2026
Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including The Scarlet Pimpernel in Concert, Ray Angry, featuring WAyne Brady & Orfeh, plus more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 10, 2026
Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including The Scarlet Pimpernel in Concert, Ray Angry, featuring WAyne Brady & Orfeh, plus more.
NYC's Free Outdoor Show Roundup: July 13-19 – Jazz, Standup & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jul 13, 2026
See some of the top free outdoor concerts and events across NYC's five boroughs next week with standup comedy, jazz, a celebration of Moroccan music, and more!
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jul 13, 2026
See some of the top free outdoor concerts and events across NYC's five boroughs next week with standup comedy, jazz, a celebration of Moroccan music, and more!
Abbie Gardner and More Will Come to Plymouth's Spire Center This Fall
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2026
The Spire Center for Performing Arts in Plymouth, MA announced four fall shows: Abbie Gardner, Patty Larkin & Lucy Kaplansky, comedian Lenny Clarke, and the Laszlo Gardony Quartet. Tickets go on sale at spirecenter.org.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2026
The Spire Center for Performing Arts in Plymouth, MA announced four fall shows: Abbie Gardner, Patty Larkin & Lucy Kaplansky, comedian Lenny Clarke, and the Laszlo Gardony Quartet. Tickets go on sale at spirecenter.org.
July 4th Weekend Viewing Guide: Kelli O'Hara, Adrienne Warren & More Perform at 250th Independence Day Celebrations
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 2, 2026
Happy Fourth of July weekend! In honor of the 250th celebration of America, BroadwayWorld brings you a guide to this year's Fourth of July television specials, featuring performances from the casts of Broadway's Ragtime and Just in Time, Tony-nominated stars Megan Hilty and Josh Groban, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 2, 2026
Happy Fourth of July weekend! In honor of the 250th celebration of America, BroadwayWorld brings you a guide to this year's Fourth of July television specials, featuring performances from the casts of Broadway's Ragtime and Just in Time, Tony-nominated stars Megan Hilty and Josh Groban, and more.
RAGTIME Joins Disney's 24-Hour Celebration of America's 250th Anniversary
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 1, 2026
Broadway's Ragtime is among the performance lineup for Party Across America, one of the programs featured on Disney's 24-hour multiplatform broadcast “Disney Celebrates America.' Check out the full programming lineup now.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 1, 2026
Broadway's Ragtime is among the performance lineup for Party Across America, one of the programs featured on Disney's 24-hour multiplatform broadcast “Disney Celebrates America.' Check out the full programming lineup now.
Birdland Reveals July 2026 Performance Lineup Featuring Christian Sands, Stella Cole, Bill Charlap & More
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 30, 2026
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a full month of nightly performances featuring Christian Sands Quintet, Liz Gillies, Jim Caruso's Cast Party, the Birdland Big Band, and more.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 30, 2026
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a full month of nightly performances featuring Christian Sands Quintet, Liz Gillies, Jim Caruso's Cast Party, the Birdland Big Band, and more.
Ray Angry to Headline 54 Below with Wayne Brady and Orfeh as Special Guests
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 29, 2026
Pianist and Roots associate Ray Angry will headline a show at 54 Below in New York City, with special guests Wayne Brady and Broadway star Orfeh. Angry recently co-composed the score for HBO's Earth, Wind & Fire documentary with Questlove.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 29, 2026
Pianist and Roots associate Ray Angry will headline a show at 54 Below in New York City, with special guests Wayne Brady and Broadway star Orfeh. Angry recently co-composed the score for HBO's Earth, Wind & Fire documentary with Questlove.
Tony Danza, Linda Eder and More to Perform at 54 Below in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 26, 2026
Tony Danza returns to 54 Below with his Sinatra tribute show this July, joined by Linda Eder and a packed lineup of Broadway and cabaret stars.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 26, 2026
Tony Danza returns to 54 Below with his Sinatra tribute show this July, joined by Linda Eder and a packed lineup of Broadway and cabaret stars.
Dafnis Prieto, Vuyo Sotashe and Shenel Johns to Headline HUDSON JAZZ FESTIVAL 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2026
Hudson Hall has revealed headliners for the ninth annual Hudson Jazz Festival, featuring GRAMMY-winning drummer Dafnis Prieto, vocalist Vuyo Sotashe, pianist Chris Pattishall, and Shenel Johns across a weekend of performances in Hudson, NY.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2026
Hudson Hall has revealed headliners for the ninth annual Hudson Jazz Festival, featuring GRAMMY-winning drummer Dafnis Prieto, vocalist Vuyo Sotashe, pianist Chris Pattishall, and Shenel Johns across a weekend of performances in Hudson, NY.
Jon Batiste and Nicholas Payton to Tribute Louis Armstrong at TD James Moody Jazz Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 22, 2026
Nicholas Payton and Jon Batiste will perform at NJPAC's TD James Moody Jazz Festival, premiering Louis Armstrong at 125: A New Orleans Celebration, featuring fellow New Orleans musicians Reginald Veal and Herlin Riley.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 22, 2026
Nicholas Payton and Jon Batiste will perform at NJPAC's TD James Moody Jazz Festival, premiering Louis Armstrong at 125: A New Orleans Celebration, featuring fellow New Orleans musicians Reginald Veal and Herlin Riley.
Jessica Vosk, Audra McDonald, WAITRESS and More Set for MPAC 2026-2027 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2026
Mayo Performing Arts Center has revealed its 2026-2027 season lineup of over 120 events, featuring touring Broadway productions, classic rock legends, comedians, and dance companies including the MPAC debut of Ailey II.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2026
Mayo Performing Arts Center has revealed its 2026-2027 season lineup of over 120 events, featuring touring Broadway productions, classic rock legends, comedians, and dance companies including the MPAC debut of Ailey II.
SEACOAST JAZZ FESTIVAL to Return for 43rd Year at Prescott Park Arts Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2026
Prescott Park Arts Festival and Seacoast Jazz Society will present the 43rd Annual Seacoast Jazz Festival, a full day of jazz on Portsmouth's waterfront featuring bebop, New Orleans brass, Latin swing, and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2026
Prescott Park Arts Festival and Seacoast Jazz Society will present the 43rd Annual Seacoast Jazz Festival, a full day of jazz on Portsmouth's waterfront featuring bebop, New Orleans brass, Latin swing, and more.
Review: LA JOLLA MUSIC SOCIETY BRINGS Jihye Lee's BIG BAND TO The JAI at The Conrad
by Ron Bierman - Jun 13, 2026
Jihye Lee’s 13-piece big band opened its second of two sets at The JAI in La Jolla with an original she called “Why Is That.” She explained the title in a 2024 Jazz Times interview. “I started out writing a simple blues tune, but it didn’t go well. … Why Is That? Why can’t I do that?” Since she’s asked, I’ll take a stab at answering. Lee was raised in Korea and graduated from a Korean University with a major in voice performance. After graduation, she sang locally as an Indie-K-pop singer. She had little or no experience with the blues or jazz before moving to the U.S. to attend the Berklee School of music in Boston where she began training as a jazz arranger/composer because registrations were closed for the classical, sound track and pop equivalents she’d planned to choose from.
by Ron Bierman - Jun 13, 2026
Jihye Lee’s 13-piece big band opened its second of two sets at The JAI in La Jolla with an original she called “Why Is That.” She explained the title in a 2024 Jazz Times interview. “I started out writing a simple blues tune, but it didn’t go well. … Why Is That? Why can’t I do that?” Since she’s asked, I’ll take a stab at answering. Lee was raised in Korea and graduated from a Korean University with a major in voice performance. After graduation, she sang locally as an Indie-K-pop singer. She had little or no experience with the blues or jazz before moving to the U.S. to attend the Berklee School of music in Boston where she began training as a jazz arranger/composer because registrations were closed for the classical, sound track and pop equivalents she’d planned to choose from.
Louis Armstrong House Museum Sets 2026 Gala in Honor of Wynton Marsalis
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 10, 2026
The Louis Armstrong House Museum is set to hold its annual gala on Thursday, June 18th, to celebrate the artistry, leadership, and enduring impact of Wynton Marsalis, along with the longstanding supporter of culture, Morgan Stanley.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 10, 2026
The Louis Armstrong House Museum is set to hold its annual gala on Thursday, June 18th, to celebrate the artistry, leadership, and enduring impact of Wynton Marsalis, along with the longstanding supporter of culture, Morgan Stanley.
SHELTERS IN THE DESERT to Feature World Premiere at Chelsea Music Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
Chelsea Music Festival's Festival Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Ken-David Masur, will present SHELTERS IN THE DESERT at St. Paul's German Lutheran Church in NYC, featuring works by five living composers.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
Chelsea Music Festival's Festival Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Ken-David Masur, will present SHELTERS IN THE DESERT at St. Paul's German Lutheran Church in NYC, featuring works by five living composers.
SHELTERS IN THE DESERT to be Presented at Chelsea Music Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2026
Chelsea Music Festival's Festival Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Ken-David Masur, will present an evening of five works by living composers united by themes of water, memory, and transformation at St. Paul's German Lutheran Church in NYC.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2026
Chelsea Music Festival's Festival Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Ken-David Masur, will present an evening of five works by living composers united by themes of water, memory, and transformation at St. Paul's German Lutheran Church in NYC.
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