Branford Marsalis
Department: Acting
Biography
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.
Known For
Motown 40: The Music is Forever
1998
David S. Ware
1999
Sting: Live In Berlin
2010
Everyday Sunshine: The Story of Fishbone
2011
Brooklyn Boheme
2012
Branford Marsalis: A Love Supreme Live In Amsterdam
2003
Throw Momma from the Train
1987
The Worlds of Harry Connick Jr.
1999
Added Attractions: The Hollywood Shorts Story
2002
School Daze
1988
Eve's Bayou
1997
Music by John Williams
2024
Sting and Gil Evans: Strange Fruit
1987
Wynton Marsalis Quintet: Jazz in Marciac
2018
Sting - Bring on the Night
1985
The Marsalis Family: A Jazz Celebration
2003
Branford Marsalis: Steep
1991
Before the Music Dies
2006
Spike & Co. Do It a-Cappella
1990
Horn of Plenty
1986
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom: A Legacy Brought to Screen
2020
Chadwick Boseman: Portrait of an Artist
2021
Mo' Better Blues
1990
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
1990
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
1992
Friday Night Videos
1983
Finding Your Roots
2012
Living Single
1993
Space Ghost Coast to Coast
1994
K Street
2003
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
1990
Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child
1995
This Old House
1979
Great Performances
1971