The London Symphony Orchestra - Zappa Vol. 1

Frank Zappa spent years attempting to have his jagged compositions performed by a high-level ensemble. This 1983 collaboration brings his precise vision to life through expansive movements like Sad Jane and Pedro's Dowry.

Kent Nagano provides disciplined conducting, which benefits the disciplined nature of the material. The album reflects Zappa's intense focus on contemporary classical possibilities during the early eighties, blending technical rigor with his own restless, ironic creative output.