Branford Marsalis

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 threetime 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