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(Saxophonist) Charlie Rouse was an influential American hard bop tenor saxophonist and flautist known for his collaboration with jazz legend Thelonious Monk. Rouse's professional life was defined by his more than ten-year partnership with Monk, during which he made significant contributions to the development of jazz music. His distinctive style and skillful playing on the saxophone and flute earned him a reputation as a highly respected musician in the jazz community. Rouse's work with Monk remains a lasting legacy in the history of jazz music.
