Wynton Marsalis

Wynton Marsalis (born October 18, 1961) is an American trumpeter and composer. He is among the most prominent jazz musicians of the modern era, and one of the best-known instrumentalists in classical music. As an African-American, Wynton M

Wynton Marsalis (born October 18, 1961) is an American trumpeter and composer. He is among the most prominent jazz musicians of the modern era, and one of the best-known instrumentalists in classical music. As an African-American, Wynton Marsalis has been forthright in addressing matters of race.

Marsalis has made his reputation with a combination of exceptional skills in jazz performance and composition; a sophisticated, yet earthy and hip, personal style; an impressive knowledge of jazz and jazz history; and a virtuosity in classical trumpet. As of 2004, he has made 16 classical and more than 30 jazz recordings, and has been awarded eight Grammys, in both genres.