EJI Brings Musical Legends Branford Marsalis and Yo-Yo Ma to Montgomery
An Evening of World Renowned Artistry
The Equal Justice Initiative will bring together visionary instrumentalist, composer, and acclaimed jazz and classical saxophonist Branford Marsalis and Yo-Yo Ma, multi-faceted cellist and a United Nations Messenger of Peace, for an evening of world renowned artistry.
Part of EJI’s Art and Justice programming, the concert will treat audience members to a collaboration from two of the world’s greatest musicians. The concert will also feature three new pieces of music written specifically for the occasion by Branford Marsalis. Tickets for the concert are unfortunately sold out. Sign up here to learn more about our Art and Justice events in the future.
Art and Justice
As part of its Art and Justice programming, EJI has brought many celebrated artists and creatives to the Legacy Sites in Montgomery, Alabama. These performances and events have enhanced the Legacy Sites and EJI’s work for justice, creating a new soundtrack for truthtelling. The concert on October 11 with Mr. Marsalis and Mr. Ma is the latest program at the Sites.
Branford Marsalis first visited EJI as a participant in a classical music convening hosted by Anthony McGill in 2024; he was inspired to compose new music and invited his friend, acclaimed cellist Yo-Yo Ma, to join him.
EJI is honored and thrilled to bring together these two musical legends for their debut collaboration on October 11. Join EJI for a one-night-only performance at the Legacy Sites. Tickets for the concert are unfortunately sold out. Sign up here to learn more about our Art and Justice events in the future.