{"title":"Chick Corea","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"207\" data-end=\"665\"\u003eChick Corea was one of jazz’s most versatile and influential pianists, moving fluidly between acoustic tradition and electric innovation. From his early Blue Note sessions and work with Miles Davis to fusion landmarks like \u003cem data-start=\"430\" data-end=\"449\"\u003eReturn to Forever\u003c\/em\u003e and intimate duets with Gary Burton, Corea’s vinyl catalogue captures a lifetime of creativity. Explore classic albums, rare editions and reissues that showcase his artistry across post-bop, Latin jazz and fusion.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chick-corea-gary-burton-in-concert-z-rich-october-28-1979","title":"Chick Corea and Gary Burton – In Concert, Zürich, October 28, 1979 (1980 ECM 2LP Vinyl)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"582\"\u003eReleased in 1980 on ECM, \u003cem data-start=\"275\" data-end=\"313\"\u003eIn Concert, Zürich, October 28, 1979\u003c\/em\u003e captures pianist \u003cstrong data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"346\"\u003eChick Corea\u003c\/strong\u003e and vibraphonist \u003cstrong data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"379\"\u003eGary Burton\u003c\/strong\u003e in a dazzling live performance. Building on the chemistry of their earlier collaborations (\u003cem data-start=\"471\" data-end=\"488\"\u003eCrystal Silence\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"496\"\u003eDuet\u003c\/em\u003e), this double LP showcases their telepathic interplay and expansive improvisations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"928\"\u003eThe concert features extended interpretations of Corea’s and Burton’s compositions alongside jazz standards, moving effortlessly between lyrical ballads, intricate counterpoint, and fiery rhythmic exchanges. Spacious and crystalline in true ECM fashion, the recording highlights the unique textures of piano and vibraphone in perfect balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1179\"\u003eA captivating live document, \u003cem data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1068\"\u003eIn Concert\u003c\/em\u003e is both intimate and virtuosic — essential listening for fans of modern jazz duos and ECM’s signature sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinyl\u003c\/b\u003e: EX\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSleeve\u003c\/b\u003e: VG+\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObi:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur grading system explained \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dpbg4u-d1.myshopify.com\/pages\/secondhand-grading-guide\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ehere\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhoto is of the actual item.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ECM Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42489243697211,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3203\/3339\/files\/IMG_4182.jpg?v=1758759320"},{"product_id":"chick-corea-the-leprechaun-japanese-polydor-vinyl-lp","title":"Chick Corea - The Leprechaun (Japanese Polydor Vinyl LP)","description":"\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eA whimsical yet musically sophisticated journey, \u003cem\u003eThe Leprechaun\u003c\/em\u003e finds Chick Corea exploring a lighter, more playful side of jazz fusion while maintaining the technical brilliance and compositional depth that defined his 1970s work. This 1976 Japanese pressing on Polydor captures Corea leading a stellar cast through eight compositions that blend acoustic jazz, fusion energy, orchestral colours and folk-inspired melodies into something uniquely charming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eCorea plays an astonishing array of instruments throughout, including acoustic piano, Fender Rhodes, Hohner Clavinet, ARP Odyssey synthesiser, Yamaha organ, Moog synthesisers, plus percussion instruments including bongos, bells and tam-tams. He's joined by an exceptional ensemble featuring drummer Steve Gadd, whose precise and musical approach anchors the rhythmic foundation; bassist Eddie Gomez and electric bassist Anthony Jackson; saxophonist and flautist Joe Farrell; vocalist Gayle Moran; and a small orchestra including strings and brass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThe album moves between moods with remarkable fluidity. Opening track \"Imp's Welcome\" establishes the album's fantastical atmosphere, while \"Lenore\" and \"Soft And Gentle\" showcase Corea's gift for melody and his romantic sensibility. The fusion tracks \"Looking At The World\" and \"Nite Sprite\" feature stellar playing from Gadd and the rhythm section, while \"Pixiland Rag\" delivers exactly what its title promises. The extended \"The Leprechaun's Dream\" closes the album with an ambitious two-part suite that incorporates orchestral elements and demonstrates Corea's range as arranger and composer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eReleased during Corea's prolific mid-1970s period, The Leprechaun represents the pianist at his most imaginative and unrestrained. 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Recorded on 2 and 3 February 1972 at A\u0026amp;R Studios in New York with saxophonist\/flutist Joe Farrell, bassist Stanley Clarke, drummer\/percussionist Airto Moreira, and vocalist\/percussionist Flora Purim, the album's four extended compositions balance written material with collective improvisation, Corea's electric piano and acoustic piano work bridging ECM's European chamber jazz aesthetic with Brazilian rhythmic traditions. Released in Japan in February 1978 by Polydor K.K. under license from Hara Music, this pressing captures the session that launched one of fusion's most influential groups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe title track \"Return To Forever\" sets the album's tone with Flora Purim's wordless vocals floating over Latin-influenced rhythms, Corea's electric piano providing harmonic colour while Farrell's soprano saxophone adds melodic invention. \"Crystal Silence\" showcases Corea's gift for memorable composition, its gentle theme developing through collective exploration. \"What Game Shall We Play Today\" features Purim's vocals on Neville Potter's lyrics, the track demonstrating the group's ability to balance accessibility with sophisticated musicianship. The album's centrepiece, \"Sometime Ago - La Fiesta\", occupies the entire second side, building from meditative beginnings through increasingly intense Latin-jazz fusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe personnel represents fusion's finest: Clarke's bass work (acoustic and electric) provides both melodic invention and rhythmic foundation, Farrell's flutes and soprano saxophone add textural variety, while the Brazilian rhythm section of Airto Moreira and Flora Purim creates polyrhythmic complexity and vocal colours that distinguish this project from fusion's more rock-oriented directions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Polydor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43197439639611,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3203\/3339\/files\/IMG_6024.jpg?v=1770348419"}],"url":"https:\/\/lushliferecords.com.au\/collections\/chick-corea.oembed","provider":"Lush Life Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}