Branford Marsalis

A student at The Ellis Marsalis Center for Music celebrates with the audience after a recital performance in New Orleans on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023.

New Orleans musicians found a home here after Katrina. Now, it's raising the next generation

Joseph King

In the 9th Ward, New Orleans’ Musicians’ Village has been training the next generation of musical talent while providing affordable housing to many artists.

Arts & Culture

American Routes Shortcuts: Father's Day with the Marsalis Family

Pianist Ellis Marsalis and his late wife Dolores’s children include saxophonist Branford, trumpeter Wynton, trombonist Delfeayo, and drummer Jason…

Branford Marsalis spoke with NPR about modern jazz, his family, and his new album, <em>Four MFs Playin' Tunes.</em>

Music

Branford Marsalis On Sensitive Musicians And The First Family Of Jazz

Guy Raz

The saxophonist also outlined the failings of modern jazz and his hopes for the next generation.