Steve Bingham - looping violin; Philip Glass Concerto

[SrNutritivo]

Awesome... this is my favorite Glass violin piece, and you make a wonderful performance. Thanks, you make my day!

[stevebinghamviolin]

@UnknownAnnihilation Thanks! I guess maybe (being charitable!) it's just that they don't like the rather poor film quality and static camera. I think the music works though...... Best wishes, Steve

[mpiskotos]

Respect mate! Totally awesome! Congrats and keep up the good work!

[stevebinghamviolin]

@mpiskotos I'm planning to do a new version of this one soon. The sound is good, but I'd love to do one with better visuals.....

[mpiskotos]

@stevebinghamviolin What king of loop pedal(s) are you using?

[stevebinghamviolin]

@mpiskotos In this video it's Sooperlooper software running within Logic on a Macbook pro, controlled by a Behringer 1010 foot pedal. Bass line is from Roland PK5 bass pedals. I still use Sooperlooper, but am trying running it through Ableton Live at the moment. Current pedals are either a Gordius LG or a Softstep, plus the PK5.

[wilhelmbernadotte]

Well done



[stevebinghamviolin]

@JessTheFlutePlayer Thanks Jess! Hope you're doing OK. Hopefully I'll be posting some new videos soon..... Cheers, Steve

[NYCroxmysocks]

sooo cool! bravo!



[neonwind]

Brilliant

[thompson1991x]

Buenisima.....

[sisterstyx]

I love this piece so much--I would definitely buy this on itunes if you put up a recording of it!

[stevebinghamviolin]

@sisterstyx I'll get around to recording it some day soon.... Glad you like it! Steve

[sisterstyx]

@stevebinghamviolin I look forward to it!

[b4l4c]

Regardless of how many times I hear this it feels so mesmerizing!

[PitchNasty]

This was so powerful and beautifully done. It brought me to tears. Fantastic Mr. Bingham!

[stevebinghamviolin]

@PitchNasty Thanks! I'm hoping to do a new video of it soon.... Best wishes, Steve

[KoFFreaK]

You make that violin share its feelings with us as if it endured a difficult life, and that violin is a brilliant storyteller. Props to you good sir.

[Claptonians]

simply amazing, so inspiring... you made my day

[stevebinghamviolin]

@Claptonians I enjoy this arrangement every time I perform it - a great piece of music. Glad you liked it. Best wishes, Steve

[alixgaul]

I saw you at the art gallery in aberdeen and this was my favourite piece - i really enjoyed it. thank you!

[stevebinghamviolin]

@alixgaul It was an interesting venue to play in! Glad you liked the Glass - one of my favourites too. Best wishes, Steve

[gamefreak20z]

he's the dio of violins! xD

[aphex1982]

@thebronzebat

he's a rockstar...leave him alone

[aphex1982]

Amazing...

amazingly bad.....

wait for it

....

amazingly badass!

[BradGrose]

Fantastic!

[Enduran91]

Encouraged to continue pursuing my Violin Mastery! Pure Awesome-ness!!! Very Well done sir!

[FossilizedApostle]

Thank you so much. Beautiful. Everything in this video is amazing

[stevebinghamviolin]

@FossilizedApostle @Enduran91 @BradGrose Thank you all for your positive comments. Hopefully there'll be some new videos before long.....

[stevebinghamviolin]

@thebronzebat It's the smell of the leather I like (-: Best wishes, Steve

[kylekostun]

You Mr. Steve Bingham, are a genius.

[stevebinghamviolin]

@kylekostun You are too kind!! Best wishes, Steve

[witpikkewyn]

Fantastic! Brilliant! This is how it should be done!

[stevebinghamviolin]

@witpikkewyn Thanks!

[lodevijk]

AWESOME. This is an excellent example of enhancing art using technology. 

[stevebinghamviolin]

@lodevijk Many thanks! I was cautious about using too much technology at first, but I love the freedom it gives me to experiment with interesting arrangements and new pieces. Best wishes, Steve

[MrMasonsPlacement]

yo are you gigging like this regularly? because you should be. Its sad I need to watch someone create the music from loops to sit through seven minutes of classical music (its not that old i know), but i dont mind. keep it up.

[stevebinghamviolin]

Glad you liked it! Yes - I'm gigging looped violin fairly regularly at the moment. You can get details from my website, stevebingham.co.uk. Thanks for commenting. Best wishes, Steve

[sososisisasa]

Bravo!

[theusefulvideo]

I love the music please post more !!!!

[Mrslemacel]

Great piece!

[mechanism8]

Thats a very inspiring arrangement Steve. Bravo! I'm not musically gifted but I'm glad lotsa terrific folks like you in the world are. Keeping making those sweet tunes.

[DeeArr]

Very inspiring. I've always love Philip Glass and you've reminded me why.

Can you tell me what you're using for loop pedal?

[stevebinghamviolin]

On this video I was using a Behringer FCB1010 to control Sooperlooper on a Macbook. I currently use a Gordius Little Giant to control the same software.

Glad you like it!

Best wishes,

Steve

[lainzis]

Favorite for sure.

Have to be one of the best looped pieces i have seen on youtube in a long time.

[stevebinghamviolin]

Thanks! Glad you like it. Best wishes, Steve

[felipeharder]

Very good! Terrific! How do you play the bass? What's equipment? Are only one octave?

[stevebinghamviolin]

I'm using Roland PK-5A bass pedals for the bass: Yes, just one octave, though you can change which octave it is.... Glad you like the video. Best wishes, Steve

[KittycatWrangler]

I enjoyed your performance very much. Thanks for sharing it.

[stevebinghamviolin]

Really pleased you liked it. Best wishes, Steve

[cinamonbuns7]

This is Simply Superb.

[stevebinghamviolin]

Thanks!! Steve

[DanRYoung]

Incredible.

[fweepa]

very cool. such a beautiful piece

[stevebinghamviolin]

It's a great piece. If you get a chance you should listen to the original. All the best, Steve

[theturbolemming]

What sort of pedal are you using for looping?

[stevebinghamviolin]

I use a Gordius LG to control looping software on my MacBook Pro.

[Ikichiaiyoku]

its lovely sir!

[shattered79]

thats awsome! please post more!!!!

[Odonnolly]

Wonderful! Absolutely wonderful!

[deanMarkleytens]

Bravo! Post More!

[lionsgraphics]

Very impressive. I heard the song many times, but could never conceive one person doing everything. Awesome.

[ettuTkciN]

Only really dealt with Minimalist music in my GCSE and to be honest they don't really pick the best...but this is Great. One man as well. Great work, loved it.

[batsinyourbelfry]

Good playing. In certain ways I'd still rather just see fiddle played,with a foot drum added,at most. I tend to hold off on electronics (like looping) most of the time, in my playing (guitar piano mandoilin banjo ar my main weapons of choice), but, this is definitely is a way to be an orchestra as one guy, & nicely done. I have just a few guitar looped recordings. It does give me some ideas on how I could texture up some of my originals, which I'm working on. Good posting, keep up the good work.

[stiemogo]

This is minimalist electronic music. The technique of looping is an integral part of the style. Look up other compositions by Glass and Reich.

[OroSk8]

Genial bravo inspirador y diferente 5 d 5

[deJENerate]

Thank you, it's beautiful

[KrismanX]

Good job man, keep playing!

[wwillianson]

Impresionante!, Magnífico!! Muchas Gracias por el video.

[muzzleray]

Excellant, inspiring and very enjoyable, thanks for posting

[domsmart]

Beautiful! Thanks for sharing this

[mamarko]

complimenti. davvero esemplare!

[StarrGhost]

Wow, incredible!!

I like the Impro in the middle.

[bcceleste]

you are amazing! You gave me chills! I am definitely impressed. If I could give you thousands of stars I would! How long have you been playing violin if you don't mind me asking?

[Anthobean]

bravo!!!!! and some...

[Ga7atTown]

you are very luck to be able to play in such sync :) thanks for the beautiful playin

[Pyrrish]

brilliant

[sweetjanqt13]

amazing.... AMAZING!

[sawssss]

i love this piece it i cant explain how much or why

[gilfra73]

Totally beautious

[alifico]

wow,thank you. that was unreal. 50 stars.

[jamesvla]

simply awesome

[donnaheidi]

Inspirational. If anyone gets the chance to see Steve live.....go !!

[jacksfamilyuk]

Always a fan Steve! PLEASE let me know when you're playing next. I always miss out. Darren (Jack's Family)

[DayLightDreamer7]

Breathtakingly beautiful.

I love this music, it's so meaningful and moving.

Your video has been added to my favorites. :) The way you play is stupendous.

[allsoppzilla]

wow, i was shown this in music but had to watch it again, and comment on how amazing this guy is.

xx

[Musechild2]

This is beautiful, i first heard this a few days ago coming from my housemates room and it just moved me, thankyou for posting this, it is an absolute pleasure to watch.

[fatherwkd]

yes

[moke930]

Very skillful, brilliant piece

[trunks2861]

very cool

[sisyphus1948]

Brilliant. makes it look so easy when its quite a feat.