CHICK…

I started out as a musician, not a writer, and I’ve always been fascinated by that space where music and words meet. One of my happiest collaborations was with the remarkable pianist and composer Chick Corea. We worked together for several years, me writing lyrics to several dozen of his compositions, he accompanying me on piano while performing my work live on National Public Radio, and more.

Here’s a Spotify sampler:

If you don’t use Spotify, perhaps you could chase the songs down on another service you use. 

Playlist:

Highwire. This is Chaka Khan’s version from the album Echoes of an Era with Chick and an all-star band of jazz greats.

Contessa. Here performed by Lisa Rich on her album Highwire.

Isfahan. From Al di Meola’s album Splendido Hotel, performed by a boy’s choir.

Samba L.A. A Brazilian romp on Chick’s album Tap Step. 

Bud Powell. Lisa Rich’s version.