Masada Recital
John Zorn · 2004
49 min · 12 tracks · avant-garde jazz
A haunting blend of avant-garde jazz and Middle Eastern influences, marked by intricate improvisation and emotional intensity.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- haunting improvisation for focus
- emotional intensity in every track
- dynamic progression through listening
- intricate melodies for deep engagement
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2004, 'Masada Recital' is a pivotal point in John Zorn's career as it showcases his continued exploration of Jewish themes through music. This album follows Zorn's earlier work with the Masada project, which began in the late 1980s, further cementing his reputation as a leading figure in avant-garde jazz.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mike Patton· The Thing· Merzbow
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Kanah 4:15
- 2 Socoh 3:46
- 3 Mahshav 5:39
- 4 Karet 2:05
- 5 Abidan 3:06
- 6 Malkut 2:17
- 7 Azekah 6:05
- 8 Nezikin 2:13
- 9 Karaim 8:55
- 10 Hath Arob 2:12
- 11 Aravot 3:47
- 12 Mahlah 4:52
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