JOHN ZORN : From Silence To Sorcery (2007) FLAC (tracks+.cue), lossless

Three distinctive instrumental works touching upon themes of magic and mysticism. Goetia are spells and incantations for summoning demonic spirits and this colorful set of variations for solo violin draws upon the ancient alliance between the violin and the devil. Gris-Gris is a virtuosic work for thirteen tuned drums inspired by the music of Korean Shamanism, Haitian Voodoo and a scene from Howard Hawks’ classic film To Have and Have Not. It receives a spectacular performance by one of the world’s leading avant-garde percussionists—William Winant . Completing the program is one of Zorn’s most personal and elusive ensemble pieces. Scored for clavichord, three muted strings and percussion, Shibboleth is a stunning tribute to the enigmatic Jewish poet Paul Celan. TZADIK
Tracklist :
1-8    Goetia (13:51)
Violin – Jennifer Choi
9    Gris-Gris (9:41)
Drums [13 Tuned Drums], Drum [Kick Drum] – William Winant
10    Shibboleth (12:37)
Cello – Fred Sherry
Clavichord – Steve Drury
Conductor – Brad Lubman
Percussion – William Winant
Viola – Lois Martin
Violin – Jennifer Choi
10.1        i Abglanzbeladen (Laden With Reflection)    
10.2        ii Im Leeren (In Empty Space)    
10.3        iii Mandelnde (Almond-Like)    
10.4        iv Hinterlassne (Left Behind)    
10.5        v Etwas Wie Nacht (Something Like Night)    
10.6        vi Aus Verlorem (From Things Lost)    
Credits :
Artwork [Tarot Cards By] – Salvador Dali
Composed By [All Compositions By], Producer [Produced By] – John Zorn