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Growing up in the rich environment of New Orleans as the oldest son of pianist and educator Ellis Marsalis, Branford was drawn to music along with siblings Wynton, Delfeayo and Jason. His first instrument, the clarinet, gave way to the alto and then the tenor and soprano saxophones when the teenage Branford began working in local bands. A growing fascination with jazz as he entered college gave him the basic tools to obtain his first major jobs, with trumpet legend Clark Terry and alongside Wynton in Art Blakey’s legendary Jazz Messengers. When the brothers left to form the Wynton Marsalis Quintet, the world of uncompromising acoustic jazz was invigorated. Branford formed his own quartet in 1986 and, with a few minor interruptions in the early years, has sustained the unit as his primary means of expression. Known for the telepathic communication among its uncommonly consistent personnel, its deep book of original music replete with expressive melodies and provocative forms, and an unrivaled spirit in both live and recorded performances, the Branford Marsalis Quartet has long been recognized as the standard to which other ensembles of its kind must be measured. Its most recent recording, Four MFs Playin’ Tunes, was named Best Instrumental Jazz Album in 2012 by iTunes.

Album

Twio Vol. 2

By Walter Smith III

Label: Blue Note Records
Released: 2026
Track listing: My Ideal; Circus; Light Blue; Casual - Lee; Lawns; I Should Care; Fall; Escapade; Isfahan; Swingin' at the Haven.

Article: Radio & Podcasts

Interpretations of Thelonious Monk by Max Roach, Leon Thomas, Wynton Marsalis, Others

by David W. Daniels
October 27, 2026

In addition to the musicians named, new music is featured by Vanisha Gould, Steve Davis, and a Charles Tolliver reissue. Playlist Grachan Moncur III “Monk In Wonderland" from Exploration (Capri) 00:00 Thelonious Monk “Bye-Ya (Live)" from Monk (Live) (Gearbox) 8:40 Sonny Rollins “Autumn Nocturne" from The Standard Sonny Rollins (RCA Victor) 18:18 Dinah Washington ...

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Cory Weeds, Rahsaan Barber, David Champagne, Joey DeFrancesco and more

by Benjamin Boddie
October 22, 2026

Today's Music--Right Now! Fantastic music by Cory Weeds, Rahsaan Barber, David Champagne, Kay Kostopoulos, Johannes Enders, Jon De Lucia, The Flying Horse Big Band, Janis Siegel, Joey DeFrancesco, Henry Threadgill/Vijay Iyer/Dafnis Prieto, Adonis Rose, Bob McChesney, Aaron Johnson and Gregory Chen, Aymee Nuviola, Donald Vega, Monty Alexander, Mike Catalano, Branford Marsalis Quartet with Dianne Reeves, Jerry ...

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Cassandra Wilson, Dianne Reeves, Jon Hendricks, Ekep Nkwelle And More

by Jua Howard
October 12, 2026

Hey Music Family! I hope you all are taking care of yourselves and protecting your peace. It's time for another episode of the “First Instrument Jazz Show"! I want to begin by noting the recent passing of an artist with depth and endless creativity, Cassandra Wilson. Her contributions to the world of music will be greatly ...

Article: In Pictures

September 2026 at SFJAZZ

by Ronald Davis
October 8, 2026

A collection of photos from the SFJAZZ Center in San Francisco from September 1, 2026 to September 30, 2026 featuring Christian McBride and Ursa Major, Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis, Branford Marsalis, Dianne Reeves, Joey Calderazzo, Eric Revis, Cyrille Aimée, Mathis Picard, Paul Cornish, D-Erania Stampley, Miguel Marcel Russell, Greg Hutchinson, Russell Gunn, ...

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Bobby Watson, Monty Alexander, JD Allen, Zuri Alexander and more

by Benjamin Boddie
October 7, 2026

Today's Music--Right Now! Fantastic music by Bobby Watson, Monty Alexander, JD Allen, Zuri Alexander, Hendrik Meurkens & Steve Sandberg, The Dave Fox Group, Tommy Muellner, Adonis Rose, Springfield Symphony Jazz Orchestra, Dennis Mitcheltree, Sullivan Fortner, Stefon Harris & Blackout, Haruna Fukazawa, Janis Siegel, Jane Ira Bloom, Gonzalo Rubalcaba, Yainer Horta & Joey Calveiro, Enoch Smith Jr., ...

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Josh Lawrence, Doug Webb, Janis Siegel, Branford Marsalis Quartet with Dianne Reeves and more

by Benjamin Boddie
October 1, 2026

Today's Music--Right Now! Fantastic music by Josh Lawrence, Bob McChesney, Doug Webb, Janis Siegel, Todd DelGiudice, Samuel Bonnet Trio, Jimbo Ross, Branford Marsalis Quartet with Dianne Reeves, Alain Bradette, Elliott Caine Quintet, Mike Dana Jazz Orchestra, Azar Lawrence, Tara Davidson's Marni Project, Jonathan Karrant, Marlon Simon And The Nagual Spirits, Thelonious Monk, Jane Ira Bloom, Ekep ...

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Happy 100th Birthday John Coltrane! His Music, Performed by Him and by Sonny Fortune, Bobby Watson, Stanley Turrentine, and Others

by David W. Daniels
September 29, 2026

Honoring the music and legacy of John Coltrane the day after his 100th birthday. In addition to the artists named in the title interpreting his music, we've included music about Coltrane ("Lady Day and John Coltrane," Giacomo Gates) and music not written by him but associated strongly with him ("Afro Blue" and “Bemsha Swing").Playlist ...

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Preview of John Coltrane special; Birthday recognition for Jon Hendricks, Oliver Lake, and others

by David W. Daniels
September 22, 2026

In addition to previewing next week's John Coltrane special and the named birthday recognitions, this episode of Exploration includes classics from Bobby Hutcherson, Harold Land, and others. New music from Terje Gewalt, Branford Marsalis with Dianne Reeves, and Ross Valory are also included. Playlist John Coltrane “A Love Supreme Pt. 1: Acknowledgement" from A ...