About Charles Brackeen
Lived 1940 – 2021 (aged 81). Charles Brackeen was an American jazz musician, saxophonist and composer.
Charles Brackeen (March 13, 1940, in Eufaula, Oklahoma, United States – November 5, 2021, Carson, California) was an American jazz saxophonist who primarily played tenor saxophone, but also played soprano saxophone. He was previously married to pianist Joanne Brackeen,
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Who was Charles Brackeen?
American musician (1940–2021)
When was Charles Brackeen born?
Charles Brackeen was born on 13 March 1940 in Oklahoma City.
When did Charles Brackeen die?
Charles Brackeen died on 5 November 2021 in Carson.
What was Charles Brackeen's occupation?
Charles Brackeen was a jazz musician, saxophonist and composer.
What nationality was Charles Brackeen?
Charles Brackeen was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Charles Brackeen. https://biography.guide/charles-brackeen/
MLA: "Charles Brackeen." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/charles-brackeen/.
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