Branford Marsalis Quotes

United States, Saxophonist
August 26, 1960

Branford Marsalis is an American saxophonist, composer and bandleader. He has been cited as "arguably the most respected living U.S. jazz instrumentalist". 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.

Also known as Composer, Bandleader

If you're going to use standards as criteria for signing musicians, you can sign thousands. If you're going to use some sort of conceptual interpretation that's based on the tradition of those standards, but is trying to move away from it, you're down to about 10 people or so.

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The piano is the X factor. People have a tough time following the structures when there's no piano there, spelling it out. It makes it more easily understood, particularly to people who don't know as much about music.

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