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Rendezvous in New York (2-CD set) by Chick Corea
- Written by Lee Prosser
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RENDEZVOUS IN NEW YORK is a showcase 2 CD set for the eclectic, contemporary piano stylings of composer Chick Corea. If you know of someone who has never heard Corea play a variety of styles in a collection, give them this collection as a gift. Disc 1 contains 7 songs. Disc 2 contains 5 songs. Each song is an adventure in fine musicianship. Among the songs are "Matrix," "Crystal Silence," "Bessie's Blues," "Armando's Tango," "Concierto De Aranjuez," and "Quartet No. 2, Part 1." Corea's piano work dazzles with brilliance throughout this collection, and a showcase piece for his great talent is readily heard in his performance of "Concierto De Aranjuez." Chick Corea is at his finest in RENDEZVOUS IN NEW YORK. The performances are sharp, solid, imaginative, and enjoyable jazz listening. If you like the work of Chick Corea, this is one you will want to get hold of quickly and start enjoying!
Additional Info
- Artist / Group Name: Chick Corea
- CD Title: Rendezvous in New York (2-CD set)
- Genre: Contemporary Jazz / Modern
- Year Released: 2003
- Record Label: Stretch Records
- Musicians: Chick Corea, pianist, leader, composer. Various guest artists, including Bobby McFerrin, Gary Burton, Dave Weckl, John Patitucci, Michael Brecker, Eddie Gomez, among others.
- Label Website: http://www.concordrecords.com
- Rating: Five Stars
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