SFJAZZ COLLECTIVE PLAYS CHICK COREA

In April 2011, the SFJAZZ Collective knocked out fans and critics alike with their Jazz Standard perfor­mances of the music of Stevie Wonder – later documented on the double–CD set Live In New York 2011. Now, SFJAZZ returns to our stage to play the music of a true living legend of jazz, Armando “Chick” Corea. The 18–time Grammy Award winner’s signature style on both acoustic and electric keyboards has graced recordings by Miles Davis (Filles de Kilimanjaro and Bitches Brew), Herbie Hancock, Gary Burton, and Bobby McFerrin, not to mention his fabled group Return To Forever and landmark collabo­rations with Michael Brecker, Joe Farrell, John McLaughlin, and Roy Haynes. In addition to Corea’s works, each member of SFJAZZ also will contribute an original composition to the program.

Saxophonist Miguel Zenón calls Chick Corea “one of my biggest inspirations as a player and com­poser…his music has in many ways shaped the direction of jazz for the past 40 years.” Pianist Edward Simon says: “Chick encompasses my definition of a true and complete artist: a master of his instrument and a prolific composer who continues to explore new arenas and break down barriers between musical genres.” SFJAZZ will be recording these performances for future release – come and be part of the excitement!

David Sanchez – tenor saxophone

Miguel Zenon – alto saxophone

Avishai Cohen – trumpet

Stefon Harris – vibraphone

Robin Eubanks – trombone

Edward Simon – piano

Matt Penman – bass

Jeff Ballard – drums