Erik Friedlander’s 1996 debut for Tzadik, "The Watchman," is a stark and atmospheric collection of solo cello pieces. The album showcases Friedlander’s distinctive improvisational style and his command of the instrument’s more experimental sonorities.
- "The Watchman" was recorded in August 1995 at Skip Edmonds' home studio in Brooklyn.
- The album was released on August 20, 1996, by John Zorn’s Tzadik Records.
- The release was Friedlander’s first as a solo artist, following extensive work as a sideman with artists such as John Zorn, Courtney Love, and The Cryptic.
Erik Friedlander is a New York-based cellist and composer. He is best known for his work in contemporary classical music and jazz.
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