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Jazz Review: Charles McPherson's 'The Journey'

KQED News Staff

Feb 13, 2015 at

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In the heyday of bebop, Charles McPherson spent a decade playing with the legendary bassist Charles Mingus. McPherson might not be as well-known as his former boss, but the San Diego saxophonist has built a standout career of his own. Now, at age 75, he shows no signs of slowing down, according to jazz critic Andrew Gilbert.

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