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Armando Anthony “Chick” Corea (June 12, 1941 – February 9, 2021) was a grand master of jazz; a creative force that like his mentor Miles Davis, constantly pushed the envelope ever evolving the jazz genre. Perhaps best known as a Jazz/Rock Fusion pioneer, he was much more than that. From his early days playing hard-bop, to avant-garde, Latin and Classical influences, Chick always performed at the highest level of virtuosity. He expressed a profound joy in everything he composed and played. This article from the NY Times gives 12 excellent examples of Chick’s artistry.
