Charlie Rouse (April 6, 1924 - November 30, 1988) was an American hard bop tenor saxophonist and flautist. Born in Washington, DC, his work with Thelonious Monk's quartet, a period which lasted from 1959 to 1970 became highly influential simply due to his proximity to Monk.[1] He was later a founding member of the group Sphere, which began as a tribute to Monk. He also worked with Mal Waldron's quintet. When performing, Rouse moved very little, looked straight ahead, and wore a solemn expression.

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