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| Wynton Marsalis 'Standards & Ballads' Chances are you've heard the melodies many times over, but may not have placed the tunes. Wynton Marsalis' new compilation CD 'Standards & Ballads' (Columbia/Legacy) provides a new way for listeners to be engaged and enlightened by jazz culture at its finest. In a year when jazz is being recognized as never before, Marsalis gives his audience a first-class education in the complex - but not complicated - genre of jazz. His renditions of standards by George Gershwin, Duke Ellington and Louis Armstrong are a perfect way to experience the elegance of the music. Meanwhile, his songs all contain Marsalis' unique touch in the arrangements and mood, giving each classic version its own identity. In a career spanning nearly three decades, Marsalis has released close to 50 albums, and is the first jazz performer to win a Pulitzer Prize. Such experience alone makes him the ideal musician to serve as an expert teacher in music appreciation. His disc, 'Standards & Ballads', is a perfect choice for those who love music that can fill any space on any occasion. From the first note, listeners will find themselves enchanted by timeless jazz performances that are accessible and sophisticated all at once. write your comments about the article :: © 2008 Jazz News :: home page |