Branford Marsalis
Actor
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.
Filmography
Mo' Better Blues
as Party Guest 1990
Eve's Bayou
as Harry 1997
School Daze
as Jordan 1988
Music by John Williams
as Self - Saxophonist / Composer 2024
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom: A Legacy Brought to Screen
as Self 2020
Chadwick Boseman: Portrait of an Artist
as Self 2021
Sting: Live In Berlin
as Self - Saxophone 2010
Brooklyn Boheme
as Self 2012
Sting - Bring on the Night
as Self 1985
Before the Music Dies
as Self - Musician 2006
Everyday Sunshine: The Story of Fishbone
as Self 2011
Spike & Co. Do It a-Cappella
as Self 1990
Horn of Plenty
1986
Motown 40: The Music is Forever
as Self 1998
David S. Ware
as Himself 1999
Branford Marsalis: A Love Supreme Live In Amsterdam
as Tenor saxophone 2003