The Leprechaun cover

Released 50 years ago

The Leprechaun

Chick Corea · 1976

38 min · 9 tracks · post-bop · avant-garde jazz

A whimsical blend of avant-garde jazz textures and playful melodies that invites listeners into a fantastical soundscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical soundscapes for daydreaming
  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • playful melodies for lighthearted moments
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, predictable structures
  • seek intense, fast-paced experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1976, 'The Leprechaun' marks Chick Corea's continued exploration of jazz fusion following his acclaimed album 'Return to Forever'. By this time, Corea had established himself as a leading figure in avant-garde jazz and was experimenting with diverse influences, further solidifying his reputation within the genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Herbie Hancock· Keith Jarrett· McCoy Tyner

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Imp's Welcome 2:55
  • 2 Lenore 3:25
  • 3 Reverie 2:01
  • 4 Looking at the World 5:29
  • 5 Nite Sprite 4:36
  • 6 Soft and Gentle 5:14
  • 7 Pixiland Rag 1:17
  • 8 Leprechaun's Dream, Part 1 6:29
  • 9 Leprechaun's Dream, Part 2 6:34

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