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Charles McPherson

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Charles McPherson is an American jazz alto saxophonist, born in 1939, whose playing is rooted in the bebop tradition associated with Charlie Parker. He worked extensively with bassist and composer Charles Mingus during the 1960s and early 1970s while also recording as a bandleader. McPherson performed the alto saxophone passages used for Parker's music in Clint Eastwood's 1988 biographical film Bird.

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Charles McPherson scores 7.77/10 (Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Saxophonist category. Excellent bebop altoist and Mingus associate, respected authenticity; conservative style keeps ranking below innovators.

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