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John Patitucci
Meet the artist
A bassist active on both electric and acoustic instruments. Work with Chick Corea's bands and Wayne Shorter's quartet demonstrates his fluency and responsive approach to ensemble playing. Firm low notes and delicate upper-register phrases belong to the same musical voice.
He responds naturally to complex rhythms, alternating clear pulse with freer movement. Melodic direction remains audible in busy passages, and small gestures from partners receive close attention. His leader recordings foreground the bass while preserving the colours of the ensemble and its sense of space.
Where to start listening
In his self-titled recording, follow the bass as it moves between melody and accompaniment, especially its singing use of the upper register.
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John Patitucci
An early leader recording using electric and acoustic bass. Detailed fusion arrangements highlight the instrument's melodic possibilities as well as its supporting role.
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