Branford Marsalis
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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 label he founded in 2002. His brothers J…
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Great Performances
1971 · TV
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
1992 · TV
Tales from the Crypt
1989 · TV
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
1990 · TV
This Old House
1979 · TV
Finding Your Roots
2012 · TV
Living Single
1993 · TV
Space Ghost Coast to Coast
1994 · TV
Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child
1995 · TV
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
2020 · Movie
Friday Night Videos
1983 · TV
Throw Momma from the Train
1987 · Movie