Ellis Marsalis Jr., a New Orleans jazz legend and educator, died of complications with Covid-19. He was 85
The cause of death was complications of Covid-19, his son Branford Marsalis told the New York Times."Ellis Marsalis was a legend. He was the prototype of what we mean when we talk about New Orleans jazz," New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell said in a statement Wednesday night."He was a teacher, a father, and an icon -- and words aren't sufficient to describe the art, the joy and the wonder he showed the world.
"Four of Marsalis' six sons followed in his musical footsteps, and established their own lasting careers in the industry. His son Wynton is managing and artistic director of Jazz at Lincoln Center, and winner of multiple awards. His son Branford is a jazz saxophonist who has recorded albums with Sting, among others.
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