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What year did Marsalis win the Pulitzer Prize for Music?

  • 1997

  • 1995

  • 1994

  • 2000

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In 1994, Wynton Marsalis, a renowned jazz trumpeter and composer, achieved a remarkable milestone in the world of music by winning the Pulitzer Prize for Music. This prestigious accolade recognized Marsalis' exceptional contributions to the field, particularly his ability to blend traditional jazz elements with classical music techniques, thereby expanding the boundaries of jazz and captivating audiences worldwide.
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