Some records disappear into history, waiting decades to be heard. Księga Hioba (The Book of Job) is one such record.
Inspired by one of humanity’s oldest and most enduring stories, the Book of Job, a meditation on suffering, faith and the search for meaning, this extraordinary work was first conceived in Communist Poland during the early years of the Solidarność movement. Bringing together some of the country’s most adventurous jazz musicians, composers and actors, it transformed an ancient biblical text into a haunting work of spiritual jazz, ritualistic improvisation and political expression.
Performed in 1981, recorded in 1985 and then lost for almost four decades, the tapes remained hidden until their remarkable rediscovery, finally receiving their first ever vinyl pressing through Huveshta Rituals Records.
For this special evening, we are delighted to welcome Mathias ‘Kreshik’ Chaboteaux, founder of Huveshta Rituals Records, whose work sits at the intersection of archival research, A&R, curation and cultural preservation. Through Huveshta Rituals, Mathias has dedicated himself to uncovering overlooked recordings and extraordinary artistic voices, reconnecting them with contemporary audiences through meticulous research, thoughtful curation and beautifully realised physical editions. His work spans artist discovery, executive production and international collaboration, always driven by a fascination with experimental music, spirituality and the forgotten histories hidden within sound.
Rather than simply listening to the record from beginning to end, the evening will unfold as an open conversation. Together, we’ll move through Księga Hioba chapter by chapter, pausing between selections to explore the stories, historical context and artistic decisions that shaped the album. Along the way we’ll discuss the political landscape of Communist Poland, the enduring symbolism of the Book of Job, the process of rediscovering long-lost recordings, and what it means to preserve music that history almost erased.
As always, the conversation will extend beyond the stage. Audience members will be invited to ask questions, share reflections and join a wider discussion about music as ritual, memory, resistance and collective experience.
Whether you’re drawn to spiritual jazz, experimental music, philosophy or cultural history, this is an opportunity to spend an evening listening deeply, discovering forgotten worlds and exploring how a single record can carry the weight of an era.
Hosted by Leon Rehman.