1973 Fender Rhodes (to be shipped FOB Florida)

This 1973 Fender Rhodes keyboard was manufactured in August 1973, and purchased in New York about 1974 by Chick Corea, and used at his 5th Ave NYC apartment, stages, and recording studios. In the 70s, it was lovingly adorned with stickers by his wife of 50 years, Gayle Moran Corea (notably a Grammy sticker on the left of the keyboard). It was likely recorded on the album Where Have I Known You Before. The "Rhodes" became a fixture of jazz-fusion, largely because of Chick's first use of the instrument with Miles Davis on Bitches Brew, and then his continued love and use of this instrument. This is an 88 key "suitcase" model in perfect working order, with a recently serviced amplifier. Volume, bass, treble, sustain pedal, and vibrato controls.

Chick Corea (June 12, 1941 - February 9, 2021) was a renowned pianist-composer, and a prolific explorer of music. Since embarking on a solo career in 1966, the trajectory of his career never ebbed. Chick has been at the forefront of Jazz, both as a renowned pianist and innovative composer. His creativity and skill was recognized early on by great artists like Miles Davis, Sarah Vaughn, and Dizzy Gillespie calling on him to play. Chick was always creating and forging new ground with his performances, bands, and recordings. He was a tirelessly creative spirit. His extensive discography boasts over 90 albums of original compositions, beginning with his 1968 classic, Now He Sings, Now He Sobs. A 25 time Grammy winner, DownBeat Hall of Famer, NEA Jazz Master, and keyboard virtuoso, Chick Corea has certainly attained legendary status after six decades of unparalleled creativity and prolific output. He is the fourth-most-nominated artist in the history of the Grammys, with 65 nominations. He's also earned 3 Latin Grammy Awards, the most of any artist in the Best Instrumental Album category.

From straight ahead to avant-garde, fusion to orchestral works, Chick has touched an astonishing number of musical bases in his illustrious career, all the while maintaining a standard of excellence that is truly awe-inspiring.

This item is being sold F.O.B. Florida.