Birthday of the Week: Branford Marsalis

This week’s Birthday of the Week is Branford Marsalis, who turns 65 on Tuesday (August 26). To commemorate his milestone, let us know your favorite piece or performance featuring Marsalis.

Mine is the rendition of the U.S. national anthem Marsalis performed with Bruce Hornsby on September 6, 1995, at the game where Baltimore Orioles shortstop Cal Ripken broke the record for most consecutive major league baseball games played.