Wynton gave masterclass at Onondaga Community College
Last Tuesday, on March 26, Wynton was in Syracuse and gave a masterclass for the alumni of Onondaga Community College. Here is an article about the event on Syracuse.com.
On March 27 he played with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra in Utica. Thanks to our friend Michael who gave us the link, we can show you have a wonderful audio-photo slideshow of the concert.
Sonalii said
on March 31, 2007 @ 7:37 am
Wynton provides life lessons through the arts. Through instruction, criticism and praise, he provides insights that show just how valuable the arts are for day to day living.
The slideshow presentation is excellent. Amazing shots of the orchestra performing. Michael truly captured the emotion of the orchestra at play beautifully.
Luigi Beverelli said
on March 31, 2007 @ 3:45 pm
Dear Sonalii,
you are perfectly true !
You wrote this comment while i was listening to Wynton playing Stardust (Live at Village Vanguard - Disc 5)….and it was a wonderful emotion listening to the music and reading your message.
gloria said
on March 31, 2007 @ 9:36 pm
A very special trumpet lesson is described in the local Utica newspaper: http://www.uticaod.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2007703290310… and accompanies the slideshow.
Wynton perfectly demonstrates the healing power of music within one technical exercise. As a musician becomes more proficient in his/her instrument it is increasingly clear the basics aren’t so “basic.” The love of music transcends circumstance, connecting generations together and providing motivation when times get tough.