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GRAMMY award-winning 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.
In 1992, Branford Marsalis became the leader of the Tonight Show Band on the newly launched The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, after Jay Leno replaced Johnny Carson. Initially, Marsalis turned down the offer, but later reconsidered and accepted the position. He brought with him the three other members of the Branford Marsalis Quartet, who became the Tonight Show Band’s pianist, drummer, and bass player, respectively. He left the show in 1995.
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His brothers, Jason Marsalis, Wynton Marsalis, and Delfeayo Marsalis, are also jazz musicians.
In 2002, Marsalis founded his own label, Marsalis Music. Its catalogue includes Claudia Acuña, Harry Connick Jr., Doug Wamble, and Miguel Zenón, in addition to albums by members of the Marsalis family.
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In June 2011, after working together for more than 10 years in a band setting, Branford Marsalis and Joey Calderazzo released their first duo album, titled Songs of Mirth and Melancholy, on Branford’s label, Marsalis Music. Their first public performance was at the 2011 TD Toronto Jazz Festival.
In 2012, Branford Marsalis released Four MFs Playin’ Tunes on deluxe 180-gram high-definition vinyl, prior to Record Store Day 2012 on April 21, 2012. This is the first recording of the Branford Marsalis Quartet with drummer Justin Faulkner, who joined the band in 2009, and the first vinyl release from Marsalis Music. The album was named Apple iTunes Best of 2012 Instrumental Jazz Album of the Year. Marsalis lives in Durham, North Carolina.
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