Charlie Rouse

Charlie Rouse
Charlie Rouse, in a photo taken by William P. Gottlieb
Background information
Born(1924-04-06)April 6, 1924
Washington, D.C., United States
DiedNovember 30, 1988(1988-11-30) (aged 64)
Seattle, U.S.
GenresJazz, bebop, hard bop
Instrument(s)Saxophone, flute
LabelsBlue Note, Enja, Strata-East, Landmark

Charlie Rouse (April 6, 1924 – November 30, 1988) was an American hard bop tenor saxophonist and flautist. His career is marked by his collaboration with Thelonious Monk, which lasted for more than ten years.

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