Zorn

Zorn is a music collective led by saxophonist John Zorn that came together in New York City in the late 1970s. They work in a space where free jazz, avant-garde, and various world music traditions overlap, though they've never been easy to categorize. Their 1983 album 'Amiblender' is one of their better-known recordings, a piece that moves through different textures and instrumental voices.

The group has featured a number of musicians over time, including drummer Joey Baron, guitarist Bill Frisell, and keyboardist Wayne Horvitz. Their approach leans heavily on improvisation and a willingness to let performances develop in unexpected ways. This has sometimes put them at odds with listeners who prefer more conventional structures, but it's also what has drawn a dedicated following to their work.

Zorn has maintained a steady output of recordings, building a discography that runs to over a hundred albums. Songs like 'Frankreich 1998' and 'Manifesto' from their catalog reflect the collective's ongoing interest in collage-like composition and spontaneous interplay. They operate more as a shifting ensemble than a fixed band, with John Zorn providing the central vision and direction.