Saxophonists · b. 1939
Charles McPherson
American jazz alto saxophonist (born 1939)
- Born
- 24 July 1939
Joplin - Country
- United States
- Active
- 1960–
- Record labels
- Prestige, DIW Records, Arabesque Records
- Discography
- 22 albums
Biography
Charles McPherson is a jazz musician who plays saxophone and alto saxophone. Charles McPherson was born on 24 July 1939 in Joplin. The music is usually filed under jazz and vocal music. Record labels: Prestige, DIW Records and Arabesque Records. The discography here lists 22 albums, from “Bebop Revisited!” (1964) to “Reverence” (2024).
Charles McPherson (born July 24, 1939) is an American jazz alto saxophonist born in Joplin, Missouri, United States; raised in Detroit, Michigan; and now lives in San Diego, California. He worked intermittently with Charles Mingus from 1960 to 1974, and as a performer leading his own groups. McPherson also was commissioned to help record ensemble renditions of pieces from Charlie Parker, on the 1988 soundtrack for the film Bird. In 2020, the JazzTimes magazine readers' poll named McPherson Artist of the Year, and also selected his album Jazz Dance Suites as Best New Release.
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Discography
Studio and live albums
Frequently asked questions
What instrument does Charles McPherson play?
Charles McPherson is known for playing saxophone and alto saxophone.
When and where was Charles McPherson born?
Charles McPherson was born 24 July 1939 in Joplin.
What are Charles McPherson's best-known albums?
Albums in our database include Bebop Revisited! (1964), Con Alma! (1965), Feelin' Good! (1965), The Quintet / Live! - Recorded Live at the Five Spot (1967) and From This Moment On! (1968).
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