Return to Forever: A Tribute to Chick Corea at Forte Jazz Lounge

Fri, Mar 06

The Forte Jazz Lounge is set to transform into a laboratory of fusion and Spanish-tinged jazz as this quintet dives into the dense, playful, and wildly complex catalog of one of jazz’s greatest innovators. Capturing Corea's essence requires more than one set of hands. By featuring Abdiel Iriarte, Jonathan Lovett, and Arshak Sirunyan simultaneously, the performance mirrors the layered synth-work of the Elektric Band and the acoustic brilliance of Return to Forever. The Lineup This isn't just a concert; it’s a high-wire act of improvisational genius. Featuring three of Charleston most accomplished and sought after jazz pianists on one stage, we are bringing together the unique voices of: Abdiel Iriarte: Mastering the Latin rhythms and percussive fire of Corea’s Spanish heart. Jonathan Lovett: Capturing the soulful, fusion-soaked atmospheres of the Elektric Band era. Arshak Sirunyan: Bringing the intricate, classical precision and avant-garde spirit of Chick’s acoustic works. Anchoring this triple-ivory powerhouse is a rhythm section that lives on the edge: bandleader Brett Belanger on bass and the relentless Ron Wiltrout on drums.