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Branford Marsalis
Born 1960-08-26New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
Branford Marsalis (born August 26, 1960) is an American saxophonist, composer, and bandleader. While primarily known for his work in jazz as the leader of the Branford Marsalis Quartet, he also performs frequently as a soloist with classical ensembles and has led the group Buckshot LeFonque. From 1992 to 1995 he led The Tonight Show Band. Marsalis has numerous musical interests, from jazz, blues and funk to such classical music projects as his Fall 2008 tour with Marsalis Brasilianos. He is a three-time Grammy winner and the head of Marsalis Music, the label he founded in 2002. His brothers Jason Marsalis, Wynton Marsalis, and Delfeayo Marsalis are also jazz musicians.
Screen work
Movies & roles
Music by John WilliamsSelf - Saxophonist / ComposerChadwick Boseman: Portrait of an ArtistSelfMa Rainey's Black Bottom: A Legacy Brought to ScreenSelfWynton Marsalis Quintet: Jazz in MarciacSelf - Tenor sax, soprano saxBrooklyn BohemeSelfEveryday Sunshine: The Story of FishboneSelfSting: Live In BerlinSelf - SaxophoneBefore the Music DiesSelf - MusicianBranford Marsalis: A Love Supreme Live In AmsterdamTenor saxophoneThe Marsalis Family: A Jazz CelebrationSelf - saxophoneAdded Attractions: The Hollywood Shorts StorySelf (uncredited)David S. WareHimselfThe Worlds of Harry Connick Jr.SelfMotown 40: The Music Is ForeverSelfEve's BayouHarryBranford Marsalis: SteepSelf - SaxMo' Better BluesParty GuestSpike & Co.: Do It a CappellaRoleSpike & Co. Do It a-CappellaSelfSchool DazeJordanThrow Momma from the TrainLesterSting and Gil Evans: Strange FruitSelf - Tenor SaxHorn of PlentyCecilSting - Bring on the NightSelf