Filmworks XX: Sholem Aleichem
John Zorn · 2008
44 min · 12 tracks · avant-garde jazz
A tapestry of avant-garde jazz textures interwoven with klezmer influences that evoke rich cultural narratives.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- rich cultural narrative exploration
- steady mid-tempo reflective experience
- thoughtful background for conversations
- evocative soundscapes for contemplation
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 16, 2008, 'Filmworks XX: Sholem Aleichem' is part of John Zorn's prolific output during a period of extensive exploration in film scoring and Jewish themes. This album follows his earlier work in the 'Filmworks' series and showcases his continued engagement with Eastern European Jewish culture through music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mike Patton· The Thing· Merzbow
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Shalom, Sholem! 2:11
- 2 Luminous Visions 4:12
- 3 Mamme Loshen 3:19
- 4 Beyond the Pale 2:25
- 5 Mekubolim 4:36
- 6 Portable Homeland 4:06
- 7 Wandering Star 3:19
- 8 Jewish Revolutionaries 4:59
- 9 Shtetls 3:02
- 10 Lucky Me, I'm an Orphan! 3:47
- 11 Nicht Gefährlich 3:43
- 12 Talking Through Oblivion 4:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.