Branford Marsalis
ActingBiography
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.
Movies
(23 total)
Throw Momma from the Train
as Lester
Mo' Better Blues
as Party Guest
Eve's Bayou
as Harry
School Daze
as Jordan
Music by John Williams
as Self - Saxophonist / Composer
Sting: Live In Berlin
as Self - Saxophone
Brooklyn Boheme
as Self
Before the Music Dies
as Self - Musician
David S. Ware
as Himself
Branford Marsalis: A Love Supreme Live In Amsterdam
as Tenor saxophone
Added Attractions: The Hollywood Shorts Story
as Self (uncredited)
Sting and Gil Evans: Strange Fruit
as Self - Tenor Sax
TV Shows
(11 total)
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
as Himself
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
as Self - Musical Director
Living Single
as Himself
This Old House
as Self
Great Performances
as Self
Finding Your Roots
as Self
Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child
as Branford Frog (voice)
K Street
as Self
