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Ellis Marsalis Jr.

Ellis Marsalis Jr. (1934–2020) was an American pianist, pedagogue and music educator.

Also recorded as Ellis Marsalis · Ellis Louis Marsalis Jr.

Jazz pianist Ellis Marsalis, Jr. performing at the New Orleans, Louisiana club "Snug Harbor".

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Biography

The field of work recorded is jazz and piano performance. Subjects and genres recorded for the work are jazz.

Places of work recorded in the authority are New Orleans.

Distinctions recorded are NEA Jazz Masters.

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Ellis Marsalis Trio; October 21, 2010 in Dixon Hall

Ellis Marsalis Trio; October 21, 2010 in Dixon Hall

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  • New Orleans
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The Encyclopedia exists whether or not anything is for sale. Corrections are recorded rather than overwritten, and every version of this record is kept. Published 20 August 2026.

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