Land of the Sun (CD)

Legendary bassist & producer Charlie Haden reunites with pianist Gonzalo Rubalcaba, his co-producer of the GRAMMY-award winning Best Latin Jazz Album Nocturne, on Land of the Sun - another exquisitely crafted recording.

A collection of beautiful ballads from Mexico, Land of the Sun focuses primarily on the compositions of Jose Sabre Marroquin whose songs are recognized as landmarks of Mexico's popular music.

Sun also features Agustin Lara's classic "Solamente Una Vez," a song which has been recorded by both Frank Sinatra & Elvis Presley.

In addition to sax giant Joe Lovano & percussionist Ignacio Berroa (both prominently featured on Nocturne), Sun includes the addition of alto sax, trumpet, flute & guitar, resulting in a richer sound that further highlights the lyricism of these indelible melodies.