Chick Corea – Sardinia (CD)
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Released posthumously, this 2023 recording documents Corea's singular gift for dissolving the walls between jazz improvisation and the classical canon, a conversation he pursued throughout his career from his ECM recordings to his acoustic duo work with Gary Burton and Herbie Hancock. Hearing him reimagine Mozart and Gershwin alongside a chamber orchestra in Sardinia is a reminder of how naturally he inhabited both worlds, and how generously he brought orchestral musicians into his.
Jazz master Chick Corea's unconventional vision of a classical performance shines through in his interaction with the Orchestra da Camera Della Sardegna, turning the acclaimed chamber orchestra into a large-scale jazz ensemble. His unorthodox approach adds a touch of playfulness to the Mozart & Gershwin pieces performed while upholding Corea's obvious reverence for their music. His joyous fusion sets the tone for the musicians and the audience, creating a truly captivating and boundary- pushing experience. The recording captures the essence of Corea's musical vision, his appreciation for classical traditions, and his undeniable genius as a performer and improviser. It stands as a testament to his lasting influence and his eternal quest to push the boundaries of music. Through his work as a composer and a performer, he sought to bridge the gap between genres, embracing the universality and enduring power of classical music. Corea realized this ambition fully during this live performance as was eager to release the recording as an album that would inspire jazz and classical music lovers equally.
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UPC: 708857331123
Label: Candid
Release Date: 10.13.23
Format: CD