For Chick

John
PatitucciBeka
GochiashviliDave
Weckl

Founding members of Chick Corea’s groundbreaking Akoustic Band—John Patitucci (bass) and Dave Weckl (drums)—return to celebrate his legacy with a new album and world tour.

Joined by extraordinary pianist Beka Gochiashvili. Mentored by Chick and hailed by him as the “future of jazz.”

Featuring the Grammy-winning repertoire of the original band, Corea classics, and new music in the same spirit.

Honoring one of the greatest artists in jazz history.

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Chick Corea silhouette — paint brushstroke

Honoring Chick’s Spirit

The Story.

Shot at Bunker Studio in Brooklyn, NY. The guys knew the significance of these sessions. Real or imagined, you could sense Chick’s presence.

Bunker Studio  ·  Brooklyn, NY  ·  December 2025

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For Chick Sessions John Patitucci Beka Gochiashvili Dave Weckl

The Album

12 Tracks.
Three Days.

For Chick — Album Cover

12 tracks recorded over three days. Some from the Akoustic Band book. A few unexpected Corea gems. Two originals with a nod to Chick. Crafted as distinct listening experiences for double vinyl, CD, and streaming.

Here’s a taste

Humpty Dumpty

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Windows

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The trio slotted in immediately. The music simply arrived. John and Dave returned to songs deeply connected to Chick with renewed creativity and freedom. Beka brought his own voice. From the first notes, there was an unmistakable chemistry.

Live

World Tour
2026 / 27

For Chick World Tour Poster

The album release will be supported by select live appearances in late 2026, followed by international touring in 2027.

The project is designed for concert halls, performing arts centers, jazz festivals, and intimate listening rooms across the U.S., Europe, and Japan.

Media, publicity, and digital support will accompany the release.

The Artists

The Trio.

John Patitucci

John Patitucci

Bass

Grammy winner. Cornerstone of Chick Corea’s Akoustic and Elektric Bands. One of the defining bassists in modern jazz.

Beka Gochiashvili

Beka Gochiashvili

Piano

Mentored by Chick Corea. Performs with Stanley Clarke. Described by Chick as “the future of jazz.”

Dave Weckl

Dave Weckl

Drums

Grammy winner. Widely regarded as one of the greatest drummers alive. Helped shape the sound of Chick Corea’s Akoustic and Elektric Bands.

Brooklyn, New York

The Sessions.

John and Beka at the session John at bass with microphone Beka reading sheet music Dave Weckl focused at the kit Beka smiling at piano John and Beka through studio glass Dave Weckl with sticks The trio in the studio John Patitucci close at bass
All three in the control room

Management & Booking

Get in Touch.

“I had the great honor of being Chick’s personal manager for 17 years. He was my hero and a dear friend. Five years on, this project feels very right.”

I was there for many Akoustic and Elektric Band tours. The first time he met Beka. And at every minute of this recent recording.

Chick believed deeply in the power of music and the role artists play in our culture. I can’t wait to help bring this to the world.

We intend to make him proud.

Bill Rooney

Artist Collaborative

Management

Bill Rooney

Artist Collaborative

billrooney@artistcollab.com
877-99MUSIC

Press · Agent · Label inquiries

Booking

The Kurland Agency

Booking Agent

agents@thekurlandagency.com
(617) 254-0007
www.thekurlandagency.com

Booking inquiries

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