What makes The Complete "Is" Sessions by Chick Corea notable?

This album is notable for its comprehensive collection of sessions that showcase Corea's innovative approach to jazz improvisation. It highlights the dynamic interplay between musicians, contributing to the broader avant-garde movement. The critical reception emphasized its artistic merit, further solidifying Corea's legacy within the jazz canon. Released in 2002, 'The Complete "Is" Sessions' captures Chick Corea's prolific output during a period of deep exploration into avant-garde jazz. This album follows his significant contributions to the genre throughout the 1970s and 1980s, reflecting his evolution as a pioneering force in post-bop and beyond. By this time, Corea had already established himself as a key figure in contemporary jazz, having won multiple Grammy Awards.

Who is The Complete "Is" Sessions for?

The Complete "Is" Sessions works well if you're into dynamic exploration of improvisation, wave-like pacing with peaks and long-form pieces for deep focus.

How many songs are on The Complete "Is" Sessions?

The Complete "Is" Sessions has 14 tracks, running approximately 143 minutes.

The Complete "Is" Sessions

Chick Corea · 2002

143 min · 14 tracks · post-bop · avant-garde jazz

An expansive exploration of avant-garde jazz, interweaving intricate melodies and spontaneous improvisation.

Spotify Apple Music

YouTube Music YouTube Deezer Bandcamp SoundCloud

Own it: Amazon eBay

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic exploration of improvisation
wave-like pacing with peaks
long-form pieces for deep focus
intricate melodies for attentive listening

Maybe skip if you want

prefer concise track lengths
seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2002, 'The Complete "Is" Sessions' captures Chick Corea's prolific output during a period of deep exploration into avant-garde jazz. This album follows his significant contributions to the genre throughout the 1970s and 1980s, reflecting his evolution as a pioneering force in post-bop and beyond. By this time, Corea had already established himself as a key figure in contemporary jazz, having won multiple Grammy Awards.
Stylistic neighbors: Herbie Hancock· Keith Jarrett· McCoy Tyner