Chick Corea has left us. A piano genius and innovator. He became 79 years old. He left a farewell note for all of us:
“I want to thank all of those along my journey who have helped keep the music fires burning bright. It is my hope that those who have an inkling to play, write, perform or otherwise, do so. If not for yourself then for the rest of us. It’s not only that the world needs more artists, it’s also just a lot of fun.
And to my amazing musician friends who have been like family to me as long as I’ve known you: It has been a blessing and an honor learning from and playing with all of you. My mission has always been to bring the joy of creating anywhere I could, and to have done so with all the artists that I admire so dearly—this has been the richness of my life.“
Rest in peace.
/LJL
February 15, 2021
Such a great loss. Much thanks Chick. May you rest in peace and be remembered forever.
February 13, 2021
La fecha de nacimiento correcta es 1941.
Una gran péerdida.
February 13, 2021
Thanks for the heads-up.
Mistake corrected.
Peace, love and jazz.
/LJL
February 12, 2021
R.I.P. Thanks for the music Mr. Corea