"Chick's Tunes: The Music of Chick Corea" with Eric Scott Reed, Ralph Moore, Luca Alemanno & Marcello Carelli
Sam First6171 West Century Boulevard, Los Angeles 90045-5300
Chick’s Tunes: The Music of Chick Corea brings Eric Scott Reed, Ralph Moore, Luca Alemanno and Marcello Carelli to Sam First for a four-person program devoted to Corea’s music. The bill identifies the evening through its repertoire rather than a newly titled release, guest appearance or special late set. At Sam First, the group plays in a room built for close listening: there is no elevated stage, the acoustics are designed for clarity, and the house Yamaha C7x grand piano is part of the setting. The venue presents live jazz five nights a week, with the emphasis on hearing the musicians’ exchanges.
The available information identifies this billed project and its four named musicians, but offers no biographical background for the group, no home base, and no account of the players’ previous collaborators or recordings. It also provides no critical descriptions or quoted reviews. What is clear is the musical frame: this is a concert organized around the music of Chick Corea, with Reed, Moore, Alemanno and Carelli named together under the Chick’s Tunes title. Beyond that billing, the materials do not specify instrumentation, repertoire, or whether the project is ongoing.
Sam First offers a rare jazz experience where the absence of an elevated stage brings you close enough to feel the music’s pulse and the musicians’ subtle exchanges. The room’s acoustics are finely tuned, enhanced by a prized Yamaha C7x grand piano, making every note clear from any seat. The venue’s design encourages attentive listening, with seating arranged to foster connection between audience and performers. A well-stocked cocktail bar serves serious drinks alongside local beers and fine wines, complementing the music without overwhelming it. Shows run five nights a week, mostly ticketed and often live streamed, inviting both local jazz lovers and remote fans. The vibe is focused yet relaxed, perfect for an evening where the music takes center attention and conversation yields to the sound. This is a place where jazz is both tradition and innovation, inviting you to witness it up close.