Branford's experiences as a young musician were intense. He cut his teeth under the tutelage of drummer Art Blakey, virtuoso keyboardist Herbie Hancock and vibraphonist / band leader Lionel Hampton. He later went on to create the Branford Marsalis Quartet, which still stands today as one of the best modern jazz groups to come around since the golden days of jazz. Marsalis now rests comfortably as one of the most prolific and in-demand saxophonists around.
June 8th, Marsalis is gathering an all-star crew of musicians - including jazz pianist Joey Calderazzo, old-time string band Big Medicine, gospel vocalist Tina Morris-Anderson and other North Carolina musicians for a concert to benefit The North Carlina Symphony. This will be an unforgettable night, not to be missed by jazz lovers and supporters of our amazing NC Symphony. Tickets are available at www.ncsymphony.com , and through ticketmaster.com
