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.
Movie Appearances
Motown 40: The Music is Forever
as Self
1998
David S. Ware
as Himself
1999
Sting: Live In Berlin
as Self - Saxophone
2010
Everyday Sunshine: The Story of Fishbone
as Self
2011
Brooklyn Boheme
as Self
2012
Branford Marsalis: A Love Supreme Live In Amsterdam
as Tenor saxophone
2003
Throw Momma from the Train
as Lester
1987
The Worlds of Harry Connick Jr.
as Self
1999
Added Attractions: The Hollywood Shorts Story
as Self (uncredited)
2002
School Daze
as Jordan
1988
Eve's Bayou
as Harry
1997
Music by John Williams
as Self - Saxophonist / Composer
2024
Sting and Gil Evans: Strange Fruit
as Self - Tenor Sax
1987
The Marsalis Family: A Jazz Celebration
as Self - saxophone
2003
Sting - Bring on the Night
as Self
1985
Wynton Marsalis Quintet: Jazz in Marciac
as Self - Tenor sax, soprano sax
2018
Branford Marsalis: Steep
as Self - Sax
1991
Before the Music Dies
as Self - Musician
2006
Spike & Co. Do It a-Cappella
as Self
1990
Horn of Plenty
1986
TV Appearances
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
as Branford Marsalis
1990
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
as Self - Musical Director
1992
Friday Night Videos
1983
Finding Your Roots
as Self
2012
Living Single
as Himself
1993
Space Ghost Coast to Coast
as Self
1994
K Street
as Self
2003
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
as Duane
1990
Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child
as Branford Frog (voice)
1995
This Old House
as Self
1979
Great Performances
as Self
1971