Wynton Marsalis, ambassador of jazz Arts & Culture St. Paul, Minn. · Mar 5, 2009 Listen midmorning Mar 6, 2009 53min 54sec Wynton Marsalis Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images He's played with legends and some would say is becoming a legend himself. Wynton Marsalis has devoted his career to the crafting and promotion of jazz. Stay Informed The news on your schedule from MPR News Update Email Address* Zip Code MPR News Update AM Edition MPR News Update PM Edition See our Privacy Policy. Must be age 13.