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Which Marsalis album is dedicated to children's tales?

  • Griot Tales

  • Fables of Faubus

  • Peter and the Wolf

  • Swinging Nursery Rhymes

Answer

"Peter and the Wolf" is a renowned composition by Sergei Prokofiev, not Wynton Marsalis. Prokofiev created this musical tale in 1936, assigning different instruments to represent characters from a classic children's story. It's widely acclaimed for its ability to engage young audiences with classical music, making it a cherished piece in the genre of symphonic fairy tales.
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