Eugene Rousseau (saxophonist)

Eugene Rousseau
American saxophonist Eugene Rousseau, 2004
American saxophonist Eugene Rousseau, 2004
Background information
Born(1932-08-23)23 August 1932
Blue Island, Illinois
United States
Died26 August 2024(2024-08-26) (aged 92)[1]
GenresClassical music
Occupation(s)Musician, composer, professor
Instrument(s)Alto saxophone
Soprano saxophone

Eugene Rousseau (August 23, 1932 – August 26, 2024) was an American classical saxophonist. He played mainly the alto and soprano saxophones,[2] though early in his career he was equally active as a clarinetist.

  1. ^ "Eugene Rousseau Death Announcement". Rousseau Mouthpieces via Instagram, 27 August 2024.
  2. ^ "Eugene Rousseau". Yamaha.