Chick Corea, Stanley Clarke, Tony Williams, Al Jarreau, Al Di Meola — California, USA — July 28, 1978

This is a rare two-disc CD set capturing a dream live performance—an all-star session led by Chick Corea—held on July 28, 1978, at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium in California. The stage featured an extraordinary lineup: electric bass revolutionary Stanley Clarke, legendary drummer Tony Williams, bassist Bunny Brunel, Grammy-winning vocalist Al Jarreau, and guitarist Al Di Meola, renowned for his dazzling virtuosity. It was a dream collaboration that epitomized the golden age of 1970s jazz-fusion. The performance kicks off with a breathtaking display of interplay on “Confirmation.” Modern jazz classics like “On Green Dolphin Street” and “All Blues” are presented with thrilling arrangements, driven by the powerful rhythm section of Stanley Clarke and Tony Williams. Disc 2 is packed with highlights unique to this stellar cast, including signature Chick Corea tracks like “Summertime” and “Spain,” alongside Al Jarreau’s uninhibited vocals and Al Di Meola’s lightning-fast guitar work. A succession of impassioned, highly improvisational performances unfolds throughout the set. This historic live recording is charged with the energy of 1978, blending diverse elements such as jazz, fusion, Latin, and bebop. It is truly a dream super-session bringing together the top artists who defined the golden age of jazz-fusion. A must-have for collectors, this historic collection offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the collaboration of legendary musicians—Chick Corea, Stanley Clarke, Al Jarreau, Al Di Meola, and Tony Williams—all on one stage. Live at Santa Monica Civic Auditorium, Santa Monica, California July 28, 1978 Disc 1 Confirmation Summer’s Night On Green Dolphin Street All Blues Stanley/Tony Improv Quiet Afternoon Disc 2 Summertime Unknown Title Doodlin’ Away Spain Chick Corea – Piano Stanley Clarke – Bass Tony Williams – Drums Bunny Brunel – Bass Al Jarreau – Vocals Al Di Meola – Guitar