Alef

by Masada

Alef cover art

John Zorn's acclaimed acoustic quartet aimed to merge the radical free-jazz principles of Ornette Coleman with traditional Jewish musical modes. 'Alef' is the first in an extensive sequence of studio recordings, instantly establishing the group's incredibly dynamic interplay and their successful reimagining of Klezmer traditions within a contemporary avant-garde context.

Genres

  • Avant-Garde Jazz
  • Klezmer

Tracklist

  1. Jair
  2. Bith Aneth
  3. Tzofeh
  4. Ashnah
  5. Tahah
  6. Kanah
  7. Delin
  8. Janohah
  9. Zebdi
  10. Idalah-abal
  11. Zelah