Sound for the Organization of Society

Sound for the Organization of Society is an ensemble that is committed to the principle of hierarchical equality in the exploration of the concepts of composition and improvisation. As a collective of composers, performers and improvisers it creates complete equality between its members, who all contribute to the ensemble’s pool of compositional forms as well as lend their talents as performers to the different composers in order to form a social entity of mutual artistic interest. The common denominator of the music that SFOS produces is the emphasis on improvisation and the absence of censorship. The music of the ensemble draws from a multitude of musical approaches and languages ranging from contemporary classical music through the avant-garde and jazz to various world styles, including American roots music. The members of the ensemble reflect its broad musical palette, stemming from diverse geographical and musical backgrounds. The group has a strong affiliation with the music and culture of New Orleans, where it was first formed and where most of the members met for the first time. Since hurricane Katrina the ensemble exists only in the form of a touring and recording group with a strong affiliation to the west coast, where most of its members now reside.***"INDIA AND AFRICA" NOW AVAILABLE AT CDBABY: http://cdbaby.com/cd/sftoos *****