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Live in Taipei 1995

Masada · 1999

146 min · 19 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of Middle Eastern motifs and avant-garde jazz improvisation, pulsating with energy and spontaneity.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic improvisation with unexpected twists
  • energetic live performance atmosphere
  • vibrant rhythms for exploration
  • long-form pieces for deep listening
  • spontaneous moments of musical surprise

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer concise, structured tracks
  • seek predictable listening experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Live in Taipei 1995' was released in 1999, Masada had already established themselves as a pioneering force in avant-garde jazz since their formation in 1994. This album captured the group during a prolific phase, following their critically acclaimed studio recordings that blended jazz with Jewish musical traditions.
Stylistic neighbors
Sun Ra· Charlie Haden· Kahil El'Zabar

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Gevurah 12:38
  • 2 Achshaph 2:41
  • 3 Mahshav 7:09
  • 4 Shebuah 12:06
  • 5 Shilhim 2:45
  • 6 Idalah-Abal 8:24
  • 7 Mikreh 10:45
  • 8 Yoreh 7:42
  • 9 Tekufah 9:16

Disc 2

  • 1 Debir 9:17
  • 2 Sheloshim 8:11
  • 3 Katzatz 2:47
  • 4 Hadasha 11:21
  • 5 Lachish 2:25
  • 6 Midbar 9:08
  • 7 Evel 5:45
  • 8 Hafla-ah 6:34
  • 9 Racheb 7:08
  • 10 Ziphim 10:20

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