Branford Marsalis

Branford Marsalis (born August 26, 1960) is an American saxophonist, composer and bandleader. 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.

Early life

Marsalis was born in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana, the son of Dolores (née Ferdinand), a jazz singer and substitute teacher, and Ellis Louis Marsalis, Jr., a pianist and music professor. His brothers Jason Marsalis, Wynton Marsalis, Ellis Marsalis III, and Delfeayo Marsalis, and father Ellis are also jazz musicians.

Career

Musical beginnings: 1980–85

In the summer of 1980, while still a Berklee College of Music student, Marsalis toured Europe playing alto and baritone saxophone in a large ensemble led by drummer Art Blakey. Other big band experiences with Lionel Hampton and Clark Terry followed over the next year, and by the end of 1981 Marsalis, on alto saxophone, had joined his brother Wynton in Blakey’s Jazz Messengers. Other performances with his brother, including a 1981 Japanese tour with Herbie Hancock, led to the formation of his brother Wynton’s first quintet, where Marsalis shifted his emphasis to soprano and tenor saxophones. He continued to work with Wynton until 1985, a period that also saw the release of his own first recording, Scenes in the City, as well as guest appearances with other artists including Miles Davis and Dizzy Gillespie.

Sidney, Indiana

Sidney is a town in Jackson Township, Kosciusko County, Indiana, United States. The population was 83 at the 2010 census.

History

Sidney was platted in the year 1881 when the railroad was extended to that point. The Sidney post office was established in 1882. Sidney was incorporated as a town in 1914.

Geography

Sidney is located at 41°6′19″N 85°44′35″W / 41.10528°N 85.74306°W / 41.10528; -85.74306 (41.105140, -85.743074).

According to the 2010 census, Sidney has a total area of 0.125 square miles (0.32 km²), of which 0.12 square miles (0.31 km²) (or 96%) is land and 0.005 square miles (0.01 km²) (or 4%) is water.

Demographics

2010 census

As of the census of 2010, there were 83 people, 34 households, and 25 families residing in the town. The population density was 638.5 inhabitants per square mile (246.5/km²). There were 41 housing units at an average density of 315.4 per square mile (121.8/km²). The racial makeup of the town was 100.0% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.6% of the population.