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Branford Marsalis

Yes. Branford Marsalis is the son of Ellis Marsalis Jr., who founded the Marsalis dynasty.

Ellis's son, a Grammy-winning saxophonist who has led his own quartet and served as bandleader for The Tonight Show.

Quick Facts

Profession
Saxophonist
Born
1960
Nationality
American
Relationship to founder
son

Notable Works

  • Requiem
  • Contemporary Jazz
  • Buckshot LeFonque

Relatives on this site

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