R.I.P. Chick Corea

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From Corea's Facebook page:

It is with great sadness we announce that on February 9th, Chick Corea 
passed away at the age of 79, from a rare form of cancer which was only 
discovered very recently.

Throughout his life and career, Chick relished in the freedom and the 
fun to be had in creating something new, and in playing the games that 
artists do.

He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather, and a great mentor and
 friend to so many. Through his body of work and the decades he spent 
touring the world, he touched and inspired the lives of millions.

Though he would be the first to say that his music said more than words 
ever could, he nevertheless had this message for all those he knew and 
loved, and for all those who loved him:

“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.”

Chick’s family will of course appreciate their privacy during this difficult time of loss.

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rdtprog Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Special Collaborator Heavy, RPI, Symph, JR/F Canterbury Teams Joined: April 04 2009 Location: Mtl, QC Status: Offline Points: 5403	Post Options Post Reply Quote rdtprog Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: R.I.P. Chick Corea Posted: February 11 2021 at 14:16
	From Corea's Facebook page: It is with great sadness we announce that on February 9th, Chick Corea passed away at the age of 79, from a rare form of cancer which was only discovered very recently. Throughout his life and career, Chick relished in the freedom and the fun to be had in creating something new, and in playing the games that artists do. He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather, and a great mentor and friend to so many. Through his body of work and the decades he spent touring the world, he touched and inspired the lives of millions. Though he would be the first to say that his music said more than words ever could, he nevertheless had this message for all those he knew and loved, and for all those who loved him: “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.” Chick’s family will of course appreciate their privacy during this difficult time of loss.
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JD Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Senior Member Joined: February 07 2009 Location: Canada Status: Offline Points: 18446	Post Options Post Reply Quote JD Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: February 11 2021 at 14:22
	NOOOOOOO ! RIP CC. Edited by JD - February 11 2021 at 14:23
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dougmcauliffe Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Senior Member Joined: February 23 2019 Location: US Status: Offline Points: 3895	Post Options Post Reply Quote dougmcauliffe Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: February 11 2021 at 14:27
	Oh man, that sucks :(
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Argo2112 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Senior Member Joined: June 20 2017 Location: New Jersey Status: Offline Points: 4462	Post Options Post Reply Quote Argo2112 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: February 11 2021 at 14:30
	WOW , Shocked & sad to hear this. RIP Chick, You will be missed.

Man With Hat Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Collaborator Jazz-Rock/Fusion/Canterbury Team Joined: March 12 2005 Location: Neurotica Status: Offline Points: 166183	Post Options Post Reply Quote Man With Hat Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: February 11 2021 at 14:35
	goddamn thats unexpected and terribly sad RIP
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Grumpyprogfan Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Senior Member Joined: July 09 2019 Location: Kansas City Status: Offline Points: 12401	Post Options Post Reply Quote Grumpyprogfan Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: February 11 2021 at 14:39
	Amazing composer and player.

SteveG Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Senior Member Joined: April 11 2014 Location: Kyiv In Spirit Status: Offline Points: 20617	Post Options Post Reply Quote SteveG Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: February 11 2021 at 14:42
	One of the true founders of jazz fusion and an incredible keyboard and piano player. Very sad news. RIP.
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BaldJean Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Prog Reviewer Joined: May 28 2005 Location: Germany Status: Offline Points: 10387	Post Options Post Reply Quote BaldJean Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: February 11 2021 at 14:43
	very sad news. great keyboarder, composer and bandleader. he will be sorely missed. R.I.P.
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MortSahlFan Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Senior Member Joined: March 01 2018 Location: US Status: Offline Points: 3075	Post Options Post Reply Quote MortSahlFan Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: February 11 2021 at 14:53
	Sad news for his family/friends, and all the music fans.. It's also sad that the next few years are going to be brutal - many talented artists dying with no replacements. I guess the best thing a fan can do is spread the music and keep the art alive.
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	RIP Chick.
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	Ooh man, this REALLY stings. I would have still had a chance to see him perform live in Utrecht on two occasions last year which were both cancelled for obvious reasons. At least from the sound of it he suffered only a brief sickness and kept the spark going until his final year. Rock on, dude

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	Sad news. Long may his music live on!
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	Sad news indeed....RIP.
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	Saw RTF in 1973 opening for Focus -that is what i call a double bill- RIP Chick
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	I can't believe I'm just hearing about this now (watching the impeachment hearings). Most definitely a great loss musically. One of the best keyboardist there was. R.I.P.

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	Hes impact on modern jazz is really hard to wrap one minds around or comprehend. I saw him live on Kongsberg Jazz Festival, hes the coolest, most hip, funny and un-spoiled virtose i have experienced He have all the reasons of being diva and wierd but issent. Hes just enjoys every minutes of being on stage. And does not get insulted on audience taking photos. he joins in and also takes photos. RIP Edited by Icarium - February 11 2021 at 16:26


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	Hi, I'm glad I got a chance to see RTF ... and with JLP as well ... a wonderful evening, were it not for them showing what a poor band ZPZ was ... sad, but true!
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	Oh man... I saw RTF in 2008 (?) in their classic line-up. 'Twas a great show! R.I.P. Chick! Edited by Tuzvihar - February 12 2021 at 10:10
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	R.I.P Chick
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	Much respect. Great, great artist.
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