Branford Marsalis
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
The Fresh Prince of Bel-AirBranford Marsalis, Duane7.9
Throw Momma from the TrainLester6.2
Mo' Better BluesParty Guest6.5
Eve's BayouHarry6.5
School DazeJordan5.7
Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every ChildBranford Frog (voice)
Friday Night VideosSeries
Horn of PlentyCecil
Branford Marsalis: A Love Supreme Live In AmsterdamTenor saxophone
Spike & Co.: Do It a CappellaFilm
Filmography
- 2005web62.com InterViewsSeries: Branford Marsalis (1 episode)
- 2003Branford Marsalis: A Love Supreme Live In AmsterdamFilm: Tenor saxophone
- 1997Eve's BayouFilm: Harry
- 1995Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every ChildSeries: Branford Frog (voice) (1 episode)
- 1990The Fresh Prince of Bel-AirSeries: Branford Marsalis, Duane (1 episode)
- 1990Mo' Better BluesFilm: Party Guest
- 1990Spike & Co.: Do It a CappellaFilm
- 1988School DazeFilm: Jordan
- 1987Throw Momma from the TrainFilm: Lester
- 1986Horn of PlentyFilm: Cecil
- 1983Friday Night VideosSeries (44 episodes)
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