Favourite John Zorn release this year?

[Offering]

Of all his 2011 output, which one grabbed you the most?

I think my choice would be Nova Express. I love the energy and freshness of the music, so vibrant and exciting. Wolleson's vibes in particular.

Close second would be The Satyr's Play / Cerberus - Cerberus in particular, has me bewildered each time I listen - something I love about Zorn's music.

[sarahv]

I didn't have any huge standouts in 2011... but my favorite is probably also Nova Express.

Although the Dreamers Christmas one might end up pulling ahead in the holiday season... it's kind of "safe," but it's awfully charming. I mean, aside from those couple of tracks which are oddly creepy.

[bouc]

Caym (Book of Angels 17) by Cyro Baptista and Banquet of the Spirits tied with At the Gates of Paradise.
Enigmata and Dreamers Christmas (too much classical) at the bottom of the list.