Sardinia
Candid, 2023
10/10
A collection of previously unreleased tracks from Sardinia, Italy, Chick Corea is alongside the Orchestra da Camera della Sardegna for these 5 pieces that tip their hat to Mozart and Gershwin.
After a quick introduction, “Mozart Piano Concerto No. 24 in C Minor, K.491: I. Allegro” spends nearly 20 minutes mesmerizing us with its flowing keys and meticulous string bouts that are both elegant and melodic.
The middle tracks belong to “Mozart Piano Concerto No. 24 in C Minor, K.491: II. Larghetto” and “Mozart Piano Concerto No. 24 in C Minor, K.491: III. Allegretto”, where the former offers a dreamy climate of warmth, while the latter blends the orchestra’s agile delivery with Corea’s stunning finger acrobatics.
The last 2 tracks are Gershwin’s, where “Someone To Watch Over Me” radiates a rare beauty via the dancing keys, and “Rhapsody In Blue” exits with a bit of rumbling, soulful brass, charming winds and, of course, Corea’s inimitable presence for the soaring and triumphant finish.
Available on CD or a double album, the package comes with thorough liner notes from the author and historian Robin D.G. Kelly, and highlights Corea’s distinct vision of a classical performance that will be forever timeless.
Travels well with: The Chick Corea Elektric Band- The Future Is Now; Max Roach- We Insist!