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Branford Marsalis

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Biography

Branford Marsalis 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.

Genre Connections

jazzNetwork Signal

86%

jazz and bluesNetwork Signal

86%

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Branford Marsalis

hard bopjazzjazz and blues

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Biography

Genre Connections

jazzNetwork Signal

86%

jazz and bluesNetwork Signal

86%

hard bop

Network Signal

86%

post-bopNetwork Signal

72%

saxophoneNetwork Signal

72%

contemporary jazzNetwork Signal

72%

Tenor SaxNetwork Signal

72%

Mood Signals

jazz-rooted musicianship

Discography

Albums

Album

American Spectrum

2009

Album

Creation

2001

Album

Contemporary Jazz

2000

Album

Loved Ones

1996

Album

I Heard You Twice the First Time

1992

Album

Bloomington

1991

Album

Trio Jeepy

1989

Album

Random Abstract

1988

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Origin

United States

Years Active

1988 – Present

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Joe Hendersonrelated_artist

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Mark Turnerrelated_artist

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Michael Wollnyrelated_artist

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