The Gnostic Preludes: Music of Splendor

Album by John Zorn & Gnostic Trio

The Gnostic Preludes: Music of Splendor is a 2012 Tzadik release composed by John Zorn for the Gnostic Trio (Carol Emanuel on harp, Bill Frisell on guitar, and Kenny Wollesen on vibraphone), themed around Gnosticism and mysticism in a chamber setting. It draws on avant-garde, contemporary classical and jazz idioms.
First released: 28th February 2012

Tracklist

  1. 1.
    Prelude 1: The Middle Pillar
    6:39
  2. 2.
    Prelude 2: The Book of Pleasure
    6:06
  3. 3.
    Prelude 3: Prelude of Light
    5:56
  4. 4.
    Prelude 4: Diatesseron
    4:35
  5. 5.
    Prelude 5: Music of the Spheres
    8:14
  6. 6.
    Prelude 6: Circumambulation
    6:34
  7. 7.
    Prelude 7: Sign and Sigil
    6:22
  8. 8.
    Prelude 8: The Invisibles
    3:35

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