"I wanted to play music with people who felt that music was an essential part of their life."

Charlie Haden (1937 - 2014)
Choose Background Style
More Backgrounds
Loading...
Quote image preload

About Charlie Haden

Charlie Haden was an American jazz double bass player, bandleader, composer, and educator. Emerging from a musical family, he gained recognition in the jazz scene during the 1960s. Haden was known for his distinctive style and ability to blend genres within his music. He co-founded the avant-garde jazz band Ornette Coleman Quartet and collaborated with numerous renowned artists throughout his career. Haden's contributions to jazz music and his advocacy for social and political causes left a lasting impact on the music industry.

Related Quotes

"A good bassist determines the direction of any band."

"I wanted to be an actress because I love playing different roles."

"I wanted to prove everyone wrong, including myself."

"I wanted to show the Stanford Prison Experiment because it's very relevant to what's happening in Abu Ghraib."

"I never have been a sex symbol... I wanted to be a serious actress."