John Zorn is an American composer, saxophonist, and producer known for his eclectic and avant-garde approach to music. While he has explored various genres throughout his career, including jazz, classical, rock, and experimental music, his project "The Sicilian Clan" is particularly notable.
"The Sicilian Clan" is an album by John Zorn's band, Masada. Masada is a musical group that draws inspiration from Jewish musical traditions, and "The Sicilian Clan" is part of their extensive discography. The album was released in 2014 and features Zorn on saxophone, along with the other members of Masada: Dave Douglas on trumpet, Greg Cohen on bass, and Joey Baron on drums.
The title of the album refers to the composition "The Sicilian Clan," which was originally written by Ennio Morricone for the soundtrack of the 1969 film "The Sicilian Clan" (La clan dei Siciliani). Zorn's interpretation brings a unique and modern perspective to Morricone's classic composition, blending various musical elements to create a distinctive sound.
"The Sicilian Clan" reflects John Zorn's innovative approach to music, combining diverse influences to create something new and intriguing.