Charles McPherson

Jazz, Musical Artist

1939 –

37

Who is Charles McPherson?

Charles McPherson is an American jazz alto saxophonist born in Joplin, Missouri, and raised in Detroit, Michigan, most notable for his work from 1960 to 1972 with Charles Mingus.

McPherson also was commissioned to help record ensemble renditions of pieces from Charlie Parker on the 1988 soundtrack for the film Bird.

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Born
Jul 24, 1939
Joplin
Also known as
  • McPherson, Charles
Nationality
  • United States of America

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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