Shir Hashirim
John Zorn · 2013
27 min · 8 tracks · avant-garde jazz
A tapestry of avant-garde jazz woven with biblical texts, creating an intimate and transcendent listening experience.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate moments of reflection
- short bursts of emotional depth
- transcendent peaks and valleys
- thoughtful listening in solitude
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking lengthy immersive experiences
- prefer straightforward, upbeat tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2013, John Zorn had firmly established himself as a leading figure in avant-garde music, known for his eclectic collaborations and innovative compositions. "Shir Hashirim" serves as a follow-up to his previous works, showcasing his ability to blend jazz with classical and experimental elements while exploring themes from the Song of Songs.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mike Patton· The Thing· Merzbow
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Kiss Me 4:08
- 2 Rose of Sharon 0:10
- 3 At Night in My Bed 3:45
- 4 How Beautiful You Are 3:07
- 5 I Have Come Into My Garden 5:21
- 6 Where Has Your Lover Gone 3:45
- 7 Dance Again 3:36
- 8 O, If You Were Only My Brother 4:07
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