What makes Filmworks III: 1990–1995 by John Zorn notable?

This album is significant for its unique approach to film scoring, blending elements of jazz, classical, and experimental music that influenced contemporary film composers. It showcases Zorn's ability to convey narrative through sound, earning critical acclaim and contributing to his reputation as a leading figure in avant-garde music. By the time 'Filmworks III: 1990–1995' was released in 1997, John Zorn had already established himself as a prolific composer and innovator in avant-garde music. This album marks his continued exploration of film scores following his earlier releases, encapsulating a range of styles and moods from various projects during the early '90s.

Who is Filmworks III: 1990–1995 for?

Filmworks III: 1990–1995 works well if you're into fragmented listening for quick bursts, cinematic tension in short pieces and surreal soundscapes for imagination.

How many songs are on Filmworks III: 1990–1995?

Filmworks III: 1990–1995 has 56 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.

Filmworks III: 1990–1995

John Zorn · 1997

60 min · 56 tracks · avant-garde jazz

A collage of brief, fragmented compositions that evoke cinematic tension and surrealism through avant-garde jazz.

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This album is significant for its unique approach to film scoring, blending elements of jazz, classical, and experimental music that influenced contemporary film composers. It showcases Zorn's ability to convey narrative through sound, earning critical acclaim and contributing to his reputation as a leading figure in avant-garde music.

Best for: fragmented listening for quick bursts cinematic tension in short pieces surreal soundscapes for imagination
Context: By the time 'Filmworks III: 1990–1995' was released in 1997, John Zorn had already established himself as a prolific composer and innovator in avant-garde music. This album marks his continued exploration of film scores following his earlier releases, encapsulating a range of styles and moods from various projects during the early '90s.
Stylistic neighbors: Christina Aguilera· Diana Ross· Madonna· Prince· George Benson· Chicago· Bob Dylan· Barbra Streisand

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Thieves Quartet: Main Title 0:59
2 Thieves Quartet: The Caper Standout 0:56
3 Thieves Quartet: Cadence 0:15
4 Thieves Quartet: Kidnapping 2:14
5 Thieves Quartet: Doubt 0:18
6 Thieves Quartet: Nocturne 1 0:26
7 Thieves Quartet: Nocturne 2 0:55
8 Thieves Quartet: Bag Man 1:59
9 Thieves Quartet: The Cop 0:27
10 Thieves Quartet: Nocturne 3 0:54
11 Thieves Quartet: Juke Box 2:44
12 Thieves Quartet: End Titles 4:27
13 Music for Tsunta (Nine Cues) Standout 3:30
14 Hollywood Hotel: Main Titles 1:36
15 Hollywood Hotel: Washing Machine A 0:26
16 Hollywood Hotel: Washing Machine B 0:38
17 Hollywood Hotel: Night Hotel 1:17
18 Hollywood Hotel: Japanese Tourists 1:53
19 Hollywood Hotel: Night Hotel 2 1:18
20 Hollywood Hotel: Objects 3:16
21 Hollywood Hotel: Night Hotel 3 1:00
22 Hollywood Hotel: Rooftop Death Rattle Standout 0:59
23 Hollywood Hotel: Taiwan 3:48
24 Hollywood Hotel: End Titles 1:49
25 Holland 0:16
26 Canada 0:31
27 France 0:16
28 Germany 0:33
29 Sweden 0:28
30 U.S.A. 0:28
31 Canada 2 0:15
32 Sweden 2 0:15
33 Italy 0:13
34 Great Lobby 0:33
35 Wheelchair Races 0:42
36 Logo 0:14
37 Secret Code 0:34
38 Secret Code 2 1:04
39 Don't Break 0:40
40 Don't Break 2 1:08
41 Footnotes 0:35
42 Footnotes 2 1:09
43 Retraction 0:41
44 Retraction 2 1:14
45 Protest 0:39
46 Protest 2 1:12
47 Launch 0:42
48 Launch 2 1:13
49 Elevator 0:39
50 Elevator 2 1:08
51 Fiancé 0:38
52 Fiancé 2 1:13
53 Around the World 1:06
54 Batman 0:32
55 Abstract Woman 0:34
56 Mystic Woman 0:32

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