Quantum Cello
I recently got introduced to the podcasts of WNYC’s Radio Lab by my colleague/friend Nikhil and got hooked to a couple of episodes. Those of you who have been listening to NPR podcasts might have listened to this program already. There is this one episode where Radio Lab’s Jad Abumrad (BTW, this guy has got a good voice that it alone will hook you up to the episode) talking with Zoë Keating, a Cellist who uses live electronic sampling and repetition in order to layer the sound of her cello, creating rhythmically dense musical structures. So the end result is an effect of a full piece orchestra using a single Cello. This is a perfect example of how technology can help creative artists. Check out the interview or download the episode.
(Image courtesy: kk+, Flickr)
PS: Nikhil also has a post on his favorite podcasts. Check it out if you would like to get introduced to some good podcasts.
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November 26th, 2008 at 5:24 pm
Hi Jo,
Just wanted to let you know that I simply love your blog though its only the second time that I’m commenting on it. Really appreciate its simplicity and straightforwardness minus all the wise cracks which pervades most of the blogs
November 26th, 2008 at 8:18 pm
Thanks a lot Kanika.
I appreciate it.
December 3rd, 2008 at 2:48 pm
Hi Jo,
Would appreciate it if you could give me some link love and link to my post on podcasts. It contains some other nice podcasts I listen to other than the one having the Quantum Cello episode I showed you. You could also add my blog to your post
December 3rd, 2008 at 8:49 pm
Done sir!