Twenty of Wynton's greatest classical hits on one great album! This is anartist who has reached celebrity status in the broad sense of the term,making his mark in the national consciousness and introducing people everywhere to the power of music. From his dedication to music education to his recent Pulitzer Prize and his election as one the Top 25 MostInfluential People in America by Time Magazine, this groundbreakingcomposer and performer is one of America's best-known musicians. Lethim introduce you to the world of classical music.
Classic Wynton is a hit-packed album that makes a great first purchase fornew fans and is a must for his existing audience. Classic Wynton includes one never-before-released track, "The Prayer of St. Gregory" by Hovhaness.Other highlights include a duet with Kathleen Battle from the best-sellingalbum Baroque Duet; Mouret's "Rondeau" (the "Masterpiece Theatre"theme); Clarke's "The King's March" and "The Prince of Denmark'sMarch"; a movement from Bach's "Brandenburg Concerto No.2"; Stanley's "Trumpet Voluntary" and much much more.