Meet the host and visionary of MAJACE, Marcus Anderson. Grammy and Stellar Award-nominated saxophonist, Marcus Anderson, has released over 15 albums since 2005, charting number one in Billboard’s Smooth Jazz and Sirius XM’s Watercolors categories with numerous hits. The Spartanburg, SC native’s work with the late Prince and the New Power Generation led him to join stages with CeeLo Green, Judith Hill, Stevie Wonder, and Liv Warfield, among others. Prince also featured Marcus on his last release Hit N Run Phase 2, playing on “Revelation” and “Look at Me Look at You.”

Lalah Hathaway, Eric Benet, Dave Koz, Brian Culbertson, and Jennifer Holiday are a few of the numerous world-renowned artists for whom Anderson has opened and with whom he has shared the stage. In addition, Anderson has become a household name, consistently delivering inconceivable musicianship when performing for dignitaries or blazing the stage in a collaborative effort with artists including Sheila E., Anthony Hamilton, and Miguel.

No matter the location of the venue, supporters travel worldwide to hear Marcus Anderson and his band, “The Creatives.” High-spirited, personable, and electrifying, Anderson is a multi-instrumentalist who gives his all with enthusiasm and passion in every performance. He’s a must-hear at highly recognized festivals such as the Essence Music Festival, Catalina Island JazzTrax Festival, Seabreeze Jazz Fest, and the Jazz Legacy Foundation. He has also appeared with headliners on top-ranking shows like The Tonight Show, Arsenio Hall, Jimmy Kimmel Live! and Jimmy Fallon. ‌

Marcus continues to make historic leaps as he lives out his favorite quote, “Work smarter, not harder,” spoken into his life by his father. Anderson has taken that leap as he embarked upon his newest endeavor, serving as the Program Director of “LEAP (Leadership in Entertainment and The Arts Program) with Marcus Anderson” at his alma mater, North Carolina Central University, in Durham, NC. This program offers students the opportunity to apply the wisdom, guidance, and experience shared by Marcus Anderson and his friends, all of whom have become successful in the arts and entertainment industry, which empowers these students to dream bigger and take a leap into greater!