Deep Free Jazz

Deep free jazz is an avant-garde subgenre that merges the boundless improvisation of free jazz with contemplative, often ambient textures and experimental soundscapes. Unlike traditional jazz which relies on set chord progressions and rhythm, deep free jazz delves into abstraction, eschewing standard form for immersive, sonic exploration. Artists within the genre, like Karl Berger and the Rova Saxophone Quartet, utilize a range of instruments, electronic effects, and unconventional playing techniques to create lush, multi-layered compositions. These pieces frequently blur the lines between composed and improvised music, inviting listeners into expansive aural terrains where mood and atmosphere are as integral as melody and harmony, offering a deeply introspective listening experience.

L'Origine du monde

Hugues Dufourt•

Marilyn Nonken

Ep - 6 Tracks - Released February 21, 2025