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Masada: Sanhedrin: Unreleased Studio Recordings 1994-1997
by John Kelman
When alto saxophonist/composer John Zorn brought trumpeter Dave Douglas, bassist Greg Cohen, and drummer Joey Baron together for a series of sessions dedicated to bringing the harmonic roots of traditional Jewish music into a new improvisational context, little did he know that his songbook, ultimately growing to include over two hundred compositions, would grow into what has proven to be his most enduring and endearing work.
The Masada songbook, and the original Masada quartet, would be the starting point for ...
read moreMasada: Live at Tonic 1999
by John Kelman
Masada Live at Tonic 1999 Tzadik 2004
With the growth of saxophonist/composer/bandleader/producer John Zorn's Masada project into a veritable cottage industry that includes Masada Recital , Masada String Trio , Masada Guitars , Electric Masada and The Unknown Masada , it may be easy to forget how, ten years ago, his Masada Quartet, with trumpeter Dave Douglas, bassist Greg Cohen and drummer Joey Baron burst onto the scene with a series of ten rapidly-released ...
read moreMasada: 50th Birthday Celebration Volume 7
by John Kelman
Sometimes not playing together on an ongoing basis can be a good thing. While there is no question that there are clear advantages to working regularly, distance can also yield unexpected benefits. Most jazz musicians who make any kind of living at their craft work in a variety of contexts, so there is always a certain amount of cross-pollination, as lessons learned in one setting inform all. And while long stretches of continuous playing create a comfort level and degree ...
read moreMasada: Live In Sevilla 2000
by Mark Corroto
By my count, John Zorn's piano-less quartet Masada has amassed some 14 recordings. His concept for Masada, which began in 1993, was to write, write, and write some more. His book of over two hundred Masada songs are written as brief melodies of what he calls Jewish Scales" for multiple groups. This concept has been recorded by chamber ensembles and electric bands, but this saxophone, trumpet, bass, and drums is by far the best forum for Zorn's music. Often compared ...
read moreJohn Zorn’s Masada Book III The Book Beriah At Roulette on September 10th
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Isabelle Deconinck
Launched in 1993 with the idea of expanding the definition of what Jewish music can be, John Zorn’s Masada project has become a touchstone of New Jewish Music for the last three decades. This marathon concert will feature the world premiere of many compositions interpreted by four exciting bands from the extended Masada family: Brazilian percussionist Cyro Baptista and his quartet Banquet of the Spirits; the psychedelic ambient experimental rock band Cleric; the Klezmer trio Nigunim with Frank London (trumpet), ...
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John Zorn - Masada Guitars (2003)
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Something Else!
By Mark Saleski John Zorn's Masada is an interesting group. The way I've come to describe them is Ornette Coleman-listens-to-klezmer." While that's not the only way to get there, it'll do. Pick any recording from the Masada series and you'll hear some fine interplay between Zorn's sax, the trumpet of Dave Douglas and Greg Cohen's bass. All of this supported (and sometimes shattered) by the fricken' exquisite drumming of Joey Baron. So what to make of Masada Guitars? Pretty cool ...
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John Zorn's Masada: Seminar with Dave Douglas
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Michael Ricci
Monday, May 10, 7PM - 10PM Stone Seminar 19 Dave Douglas on the Music of Masada At The Stone in NYC When John asked me to present a seminar, I thought: why not take a handful of Masada tunes, old and new, and play them with people? We'll have charts in Zorn's all-but-indecipherable-but-incredibly-expressive handwriting, as well as some cleaned up" versions. Bring your instrument as the goal will be to play as ...
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Armen Nalbandian to Perform John Zorn's Masada for Benefit for the Stone
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All About Jazz
Fresno Art Museum and Blacksmith Brother / Noise Boutique present: RHYTHMS OF ART concert series Armen Nalbandian Solo piano performance of John Zorn's Masada (Proceeds to benefit the The Stone) Thursday, May 29th 2008, 7:00pm On Thursday, May 29, 2008 Fresno Art Museum's Musical Director/Artist-in-Residence Armen Nalbandian will conduct a solo piano performance of John Zorn's Masada starting at 7:00pm at the Fresno Art Museum's Bonner Auditorium. This very special engagement has been produced with the permission and the support ...
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Jazz at Lincoln Center: Cecil Taylor-New AHA 3 & John Zorn's Masada
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All About Jazz
CECIL TAYLOR: New AHA 3 John Zorn's Masada March 9 & 10, 2007 New York, NY -- Jazz at Lincoln Center is proud to present Cecil Taylor and John Zorn as they bring their respective ensembles to the Rose Theater in Frederick P. Rose Hall, home to Jazz at Lincoln Center, on March 9 and 10 at 8pm. Tickets are $30, $50, $75, $100, $120 and can be purchased at the Jazz at Lincoln ...
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Henry Threadgill, Chris Lightcap, Claudia Quintet, Masada Rock, Benevento/Russo Duo Philadelphia Appearances in March
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All About Jazz
Wednesday, March 1 | 7pm SOULIVE + BENEVENTO/RUSSO DUO
Irvine Auditorium, 3401 Spruce Street Receive a substantial discount (you'll pay only $10/ticket) by requesting the Ars Nova" discount at the Annenberg box office on the day of show. Arrive early!
Soulive's latest album, Break Out, is full of beat-driven instrumentals and dazzling collaborations with a host of exceptional artists, including Chaka Khan, Ivan Neville, Corey Glover (Living Color), Robert Randolph and Reggie Watts (Maktub). ...
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John Zorn's Acoustic Masada at TD Canada Trust Toronto Downtown Jazz Festival
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All About Jazz
A true innovator and leader in avant-garde jazz, saxophonist John Zorn will be playing as part of the TD Canada Trust Toronto Downtown Jazz Festival on Wednesday, June 28, 2006 at The Music Hall, 147 Danforth Avenue, Toronto, at 7pm.
Drawing inspiration from an eclectic range of sources and using unconventional sounds, Zorn has been breaking, transforming and reshaping the boundaries of jazz for over three decades. Writing and performing music of astonishing breadth, Zorn has explored the gamut of ...
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