10/26/19 20:36 East Northport
It’s the night before the half marathon and I have to say I
am not feeling nervous. I have my
clothes laid out. I am prepared for a
light rain which will become heavier in the afternoon; thanks to the predictions
from my father, who studies the weather like a radio forecaster. More on the race tomorrow night.
Chick Corea, Trilogy played in Patchogue
Of course some guy comes in and asks if I can move over to
the empty seat next to me. He was
grateful and we started talking, yes he is also from East Northport. He just bought the tickets that day and was
not sure what to expect. I explained, Brian Blade is an incredible
drummer. I’ve seen him a few times and
if I see he is on the bill, I try to buy a ticket. Christian McBride, is also an accomplished
bass player and both will be amazing, and of course there is the legend, Chick
Corea. We’re in for an amazing show.
Before they took the stage some impatient nut started to clap
his hands, hoping he could get the whole theatre clapping. A few of us turned around and gave him the
evil eye. This is not a Zebra
concert. Sit tight.
The band came out and played a piece from Cole Porter. The set was very eclectic, included audience participation,
singing along to the notes Chick played. And then the music started. What struck was the energy flowing from the
stage. It was joyful. Blade and McBride who shared the center,
weaved through the set and met each other’s skillful challenges. I dare you.
Like two dancers catapulting through the set. All along it was led by Chick Corea who at times
sat there in awe of his bandmates. We
were all in awe. Songs from Thelonious
Monk, originals like Corea’s Windows and Footprints, 500 Miles, and more.
During intermission I bought a CD, this is their second
recording. I had to run down to the bank
since they do not process cards in the theatre.
They should.
The theatre is very spacious and ornate, they restored a
palace in Patchogue. The band was grateful to play to close to a sellout. The audience was great. I was impressed with the friendly staff and
the gentle way they monitored the crowd.
After the gig, I had the opportunity to meet the band and
share some insight in Long Island. Chick mentioned, during the show that he
lived in Huntington for a couple of years.
Backstage, we spoke about Coltrane and his house. Brian looked up Dix Hills and Coltrane on his
phone and was impressed. If you have the opportunity to see this band or any of
the members, go.
Thank you for reading this.
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