Wynton Marsalis at NFM
For Wynton Marsalis, it is true to say It don’t mean a thing if it ain’t got that swing. The artist says that no matter which period in the history of jazz we are trying to explore, the spirit of swing is always there.
For Wynton Marsalis, it is true to say It don’t mean a thing if it ain’t got that swing. The artist says that no matter which period in the history of jazz we are trying to explore, the spirit of swing is always there. They are ever evolving, timeless, do not succumb to fashions and never grow old. They want to collaborate with a variety of creative individuals. All these swinging qualities are brought to you by Swing Symphony.
The show takes you on a journey into the history of jazz, in which the legendary trumpet virtuoso, composer and charismatic leader Wynton conducts the joint forces of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and the NFM Wroclaw Philharmonic Orchestra. The show is intended as a tribute to the spirit of swing, including ragtime and mambo, be-bop and Negro spirituals. The audience at the NFM at in for a virtuoso performance and a great music celebration.
Line-up:
Wynton Marsalis - trumpet, artistic leader
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra
NFM Wroclaw Philharmonic Orchestra
Information by the organiser.
