Three Quartets
Chick Corea · 1981
61 min · 8 tracks · post-bop · avant-garde jazz
A sophisticated interplay of avant-garde jazz and classical influences unfolds across intricate quartets and vibrant improvisations.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic exploration of themes wave-like pacing with surprises immersive improvisational listening experience
- Context
- By 1981, Chick Corea was already an established figure in jazz, having released several influential albums. 'Three Quartets' followed his acclaimed work with Return to Forever and marked a shift towards more experimental compositions, blending jazz with classical structures. This album highlighted Corea's versatility as both a composer and performer during a prolific phase in his career.
- If you like
- post-bop, avant-garde jazz
Three Quartets is an album by Chick Corea, released in 1981. A sophisticated interplay of avant-garde jazz and classical influences unfolds across intricate quartets and vibrant improvisations. 'Three Quartets' received critical acclaim for its ambitious fusion of jazz and classical elements, earning recognition within the avant-garde scene. It demonstrated Corea's ability to innovate while paying homage to jazz legends like Duke Ellington and John Coltrane, which resonated with both critics and audiences alike. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Three Quartets sound like?
A sophisticated interplay of avant-garde jazz and classical influences unfolds across intricate quartets and vibrant improvisations. Rooted in post-bop and avant-garde jazz.
What makes Three Quartets by Chick Corea notable?
'Three Quartets' received critical acclaim for its ambitious fusion of jazz and classical elements, earning recognition within the avant-garde scene. It demonstrated Corea's ability to innovate while paying homage to jazz legends like Duke Ellington and John Coltrane, which resonated with both critics and audiences alike. By 1981, Chick Corea was already an established figure in jazz, having released several influential albums. 'Three Quartets' followed his acclaimed work with Return to Forever and marked a shift towards more experimental compositions, blending jazz with classical structures. This album highlighted Corea's versatility as both a composer and performer during a prolific phase in his career.
Who is Three Quartets for?
Three Quartets works well if you're into dynamic exploration of themes, wave-like pacing with surprises and immersive improvisational listening experience.
How many songs are on Three Quartets?
Three Quartets has 8 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Quartet No. 1 Standout 10:15
- 2 Quartet No. 3 9:41
- 3 Quartet No. 2, Part 1 (Dedicated To Duke Ellington) Standout 7:09
- 4 Quartet No. 2, Part 2 (Dedicated To John Coltrane) 12:01
- 5 Folk Song 5:51
- 6 Hairy Canary Standout 3:43
- 7 Slippery When Wet 6:02
- 8 Confirmation 6:17
Release Date
January 1, 1981
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
61 min 3 sec
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