On January 19, 2025, the Branford Marsalis Quartet delivered a compelling performance at the Kupferberg Center for the Arts in Queens, New York, as part of the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration. The concert featured Marsalis on tenor and soprano saxophones, pianist Joey Calderazzo, bassist Eric Revis, and drummer Justin Faulkner. This event was particularly significant, as it honored Dr. King's legacy and his connection to Queens College, where he delivered a powerful address in 1965. (kupferbergcenter.org)
At the time of this performance, the quartet was preparing for the release of their album Belonging, a reinterpretation of Keith Jarrett's 1974 ECM album of the same name. Scheduled for release on March 28, 2025, Belonging marked the quartet's debut on Blue Note Records and showcased their dynamic interplay and expressive artistry. (en.wikipedia.org)
The concert was part of a broader tour in support of Belonging, with performances scheduled across the United States and Europe throughout 2025. This tour provided audiences with the opportunity to experience the quartet's fresh interpretations of jazz standards and original compositions, highlighting their continued evolution as a leading ensemble in contemporary jazz. (universalmusic.ca)
