Justin Faulkner

Justin Faulkner

Branford Marsalis Quartet; Temple University; Independent

Grammy-Nominated Musician, Justin Faulkner, has served the music world by evoking emotions through the sound of his earth-shattering drum solos and subtle cymbal swipes across the globe.

Justin credits his involvement in the local Philadelphia music scene, the local church, and the community as the influences for the musicianship that is sought after by icons of industry, purveyors of art and gatekeepers of the tradition. Branford Marsalis, Wynton Marsalis, the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, Terrence Howard, Bootsy Collins, Terence Blanchard, Ornette Coleman, Robert Glasper, John Faddis, Christian, McBride, Kenny Barron, and Pharoah Saunders, are just a few to mention.

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  • Most memorable Next-Level Performance

    I will never forget my first gig with Branford Marsalis at age 16. I realized from that moment; it is vital to perform like its the last time, every time. I'm now a member of the band since 2009.
  • What Drives Your Creativity?

    The fuel for my creativity comes from the journey of learning how to inspire and enhance my musical sound vocabulary. The more I understand the clearer my story becomes.
  • Why do you choose Vic Firth?

    Vic Firth products have been in my life since I was a child. This arsenal of products shaped my early learning experience, and as an adult, they're now helping me develop learning experiences for myself and others.

BEHIND THE KIT

Branford Marsalis Quartet; Temple University; Independent