This is the second of two LPs recorded by Chick Corea shortly after he broke up the avant-garde quartet Circle, saying that he wanted to communicate to a larger audience. As with the first set, these brief sketches are melodic and a bit precious but contain some strong moments. In addition to seven Corea originals, he interprets Thelonious Monk's "Trinkle Tinkle" and Wayne Shorter's "Masquellero." Not essential but worth acquiring. - Scott Yanow
Tracks
01. After Noon Song
02. Song For Lee Lee
03. Song For Thad
04. Trinkle Tinkle (Thelonious Monk)
05. Masquellero (Wayne Shorter)
06. Preparation 1
07. Preparation 2
08. Departure From Planet Earth
09. A New Place - Arrival/Scenary/Imps Walk/Rest
CHICK COREA piano
All music composed by Chick Corea, except (4) by Thelonious Monk and (5) by Wayne Shorter
Recorded on April 21st and 22nd, 1971 at the Bendiksen Studio, Oslo, Norway
ECM Records – ECM 1020