Three Quartets is a milestone studio album released in 1981 by jazz pianist Chick Corea, in collaboration with tenor saxophonist Michael Brecker, bassist Eddie Gómezand drummer Steve Gadd.
All composition is by Corea who wanted to create an album of quartets like the many string quartets of the Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Impressionist periods, but with jazz instrumentation. Chick presented this recording to the world showing the full depth and breadth of his abilities as a multi-instrumental composer within any genre!
With a suite of new music from Chick, the quartet practically breathes fire throughout, playing a commitment rarely matched in any form.
Fun Fact: Iconic Drum Solo: Steve Gadd’s solo on "Quartet No. 2, Part 2" is widely considered a masterpiece of drum performance, often cited alongside his legendary work on Steely Dan’s "Aja"!
Review: "The Three Quartets Album is amazing and is one of my favorite records of all time. Beautiful and distinctive songs and great improvisations by the most influential players of all time!"
- Neff Music Review
TRACK LISTINGS:
All compositions by Chick Corea except as noted.
"Quartet No. 1" – (10:16)
"Quartet No. 3" – (9:41)
"Quartet No. 2" - Part I (Dedicated to Duke Ellington)" – (7:09)
"Quartet No. 2" - Part II (Dedicated to John Coltrane)" – (12:01)
