Wynton Marsalis

Wynton Marsalis tells the BBC's Katty Kay about his journey from being a young, aspiring musician in New Orleans to one of the most celebrated figures in both jazz and classical music. Marsalis reflects on his early fame and the challenges that came with it, including skepticism from older musicians and the difficulty of mastering jazz. He shares how his upbringing and the influence of his father, Ellis Marsalis, shaped his values and career.