Branford Marsalis
Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA — Aug 26 1960
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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…
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Great Performances
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The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
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Living Single
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Tales from the Crypt
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Finding Your Roots
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This Old House
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Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child
Branford Frog (voice)
K Street
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Rustin
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Friday Night Videos
Music by John Williams
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Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
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Throw Momma from the Train
Lester
Eve's Bayou
Harry
Mo' Better Blues
Party Guest
Goosed
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3 A.M.
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The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
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Once in the Life
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School Daze
Jordan
The Eye of the Storm
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Mr. and Mrs. Loving
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Added Attractions: The Hollywood Shorts Story
Self (uncredited)
Everyday Sunshine: The Story of Fishbone
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Spike & Co. Do It a-Cappella
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Brooklyn Boheme
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Before the Music Dies
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Branford Marsalis: Steep
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Ma Rainey's Black Bottom: A Legacy Brought to Screen
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Without a Pass
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Sting - Bring on the Night
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Chadwick Boseman: Portrait of an Artist
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The Worlds of Harry Connick Jr.
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To My Daughter With Love
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Motown 40: The Music is Forever
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Sting: Live In Berlin
Self - Saxophone
Murders That Matter
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Tulsa Burning: The 1921 Race Massacre
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Sting and Gil Evans: Strange Fruit
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Horn of Plenty
Branford Marsalis: A Love Supreme Live In Amsterdam
Tenor saxophone
The Marsalis Family: A Jazz Celebration
Self - saxophone
David S. Ware
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Wynton Marsalis Quintet: Jazz in Marciac
Self - Tenor sax, soprano sax