Branford Marsalis
Acting
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
2024Music by John Williams
Self - Saxophonist / Composer
2021Chadwick Boseman: Portrait of an Artist
Self
2020Ma Rainey's Black Bottom: A Legacy Brought to Screen
Self
2012Brooklyn Boheme
Self
2011Everyday Sunshine: The Story of Fishbone
Self
2010Sting: Live In Berlin
Self - Saxophone
2006Before the Music Dies
Self - Musician
2003Branford Marsalis: A Love Supreme Live In Amsterdam
Tenor saxophone
2003The Marsalis Family: A Jazz Celebration
Self - saxophone
2002Added Attractions: The Hollywood Shorts Story
Self (uncredited)
1999David S. Ware
Himself
1999The Worlds of Harry Connick Jr.
Self
1998Motown 40: The Music is Forever
Self
1997Eve's Bayou
Harry
1991Branford Marsalis: Steep
Self - Sax
1990Spike & Co. Do It a-Cappella
Self
1990Mo' Better Blues
Party Guest
1990Spike & Co.: Do It a Cappella
1988School Daze
Jordan
1987Throw Momma from the Train
Lester
1987Sting and Gil Evans: Strange Fruit
Self - Tenor Sax
1986Horn of Plenty
1985Sting - Bring on the Night
Self