Branford Marsalis

American saxophonist (tenor, soprano).
Oldest brother of Wynton Marsalis, Delfeayo Marsalis, and Jason Marsalis. Son of Ellis Marsalis.
Born August 26, 1960 in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana, USA.

1985 - Partners with Sting; performs at Live Aid
1992 - Wins Grammy for Best Jazz Instrumental Performance for album “a release”; begins working on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno” for near 2 years
1993 - Wins Grammy for Best Pop Instrumental Performance for “Barcelona Mona” from single with a release
2000 - Wins Grammy for Best Jazz Instrumental Album “a release”
2002 - Begins own record label as