The Chick Corea New Trio

A piano trio project led by American pianist Chick Corea; on the reviewed album the lineup features Avishai Cohen (bass) and Jeff Ballard (drums).

Led by Chick Corea, an American jazz pianist and bandleader. The New Trio's Past, Present & Futures emphasizes acoustic trio interplay with bebop references and Latin-influenced pieces. Avishai Cohen (bass) and Jeff Ballard (drums) are noted performers on that album.

A single DeBaser review celebrates Past, Present & Futures for its warm acoustic colors, bebop references and Latin soul. The review highlights Avishai Cohen's bass and Jeff Ballard's drumming. Overall judged an excellent album, not a radical reinvention but compelling and vital.

For:jazz listeners, fans of Chick Corea, piano trio and Latin-jazz enthusiasts