Malaguena (Array Mbira)

[gkhovde]

Beautiful!

[666vocals831]

id go insane trying play this haha



[tyuii0]

Suuperb!

[tiagower1]

just perfect!

[ckooten1]

Is this the electric version mbira? This is so lovely! Thanks so much for sharing your wonderful talent. I just bought a simple 11 note and also an 8 note. I'm in love.

[y3k23k]

im really interested in this instrument and ive been looking for an instrument to add new dimension to my compositions but even the cheapest mbira on the array mbira site is wayyy out of my price range is there any way i can make on myself? are there plans i can purchase?

[azaz321able]

Inposible!'O'

[StopTheMoti0n]

this looks the like the most annoying instrument to play ever. i'm annoyed just looking at it.

[slapleatheru3]

awesome!

[infraredrex]

very cool

[TheFunFerret]

just absolutely gorgeous.. I love it.. its magic :)

[Skwiggy]

I would like to learn how to play this wonderful instrument..but i don't know where to start. this site even has so many different ones I don't know which one is right for me (thearraymbira [dot] com) :S or how to learn it, did you learn by yourself?

what would you suggest for someone who's like beyond beginner like myself? heh

[puppetpatti]

@Skwiggy Yes I am self taught. It's really about just sitting down and working on it. Depends how much you want to work I guess. I think just talking about the Array with other players may help you in you decision as to which one to purchase. Me, I'd get the 4 octave if you are really REALLY going to get into it.

[gray1753]

@puppetpatti why not the 5 octave? Is it because the notes are farther apart?

[puppetpatti]

@gray1753 I've thought about the 5 octave and just feel that the 5th tine would be in my way...I know, weird huh. I probably shouldn't dis the 5 octave until I get my own hands on one! lol 4 just seems the perfect amount for me. All the upper notes and all the bass notes and the inbetweenies!

[Abr0Sia]

@puppetpatti So, I've played a few instruments in my short 17 years, and I've noticed that some can be very overwhelming when you first get your hands on it and tell yourself, "I'm gonna play this," and it's been my downfall evertime when I get that sensation of, "I have no idea what I'm doing." Is this instrument considerably intimidating the first time you go to play it?

[puppetpatti]

@Abr0Sia It can be I guess. Especially if you're used to the norm. Me, personally, I love different. And I just dove right in. I was frustrated in the beginning because I could just sit down and play. Like with a flute or piano. It had to be figured out. But as the years have passed it's definately more norm to me now! The first time I played it, I stayed up from 9 pm to around 2:30 in the morning! I had, HAD to figure out something on it! :-)

[Sebazzell]

I just ordered a 4 octave mbira! Yay!

[puppetpatti]

@Sebazzell yay!!!!

[Sebazzell]

Indeed! I'm so excited, and I just can't wait! In the meanwhile I'll just keep watching you amazing videos (I especially like your rendition of the Malaguena, and Mr. Bojangles! Wish I had them on my iPod). I'll stay in touch, if that's alright by you :) @puppetpatti

[ClueLou]

@puppetpatti to add to the other viewer's comment, angel eyes, sentimental journey or summertime would do.. or for a happy tune try playing the preacher.

By the way is this a non-transposing instrument or in a different key like say a trumpet (which is in b flat)

[kaylashalaylaaaaa]

oooh my goodness YOU ARE AMAZING

[Soulmariah]

Olé! :)

[JazzyShredder]

WOW! Another finely played tune! 5 stars from me. I really need to stop stalking your YouTube channel because I'm getting overly addicted to your playing.

BTW, could you try doing a jazz tune on mbira? Something minor, like "Stella By Starlight" or "You Don't Know What Love Is"? It would be very cool to see some jazzy improv/chord-melodies being done on an mbira.

[puppetpatti]

lol, you bet

I have a move in the works. so am busy with that but once settled in I will have time again to arrange some new stuff. Thanks!

[leafsoup]

This is the best Mbira song I can find... Please play more minor stuff like this, it sounds better to me.

[NightWatch49]

Truly awesome - hope you complete it soon

[embrex104]

You're really good, this had a very mysterious feel to it. I liked it! Goodluck!

[stirfryonastick]

this is really, really good. you have a real mastery of the instrument.

[puppetpatti]

Thank you so much. I will put a better version up in the fall, when my granddaughter is in playschool and I can record in a quiet house. ;0)

[54spiritedwill54]

beautiful

[josecarlosmartin87]

esta bueno eso

[reaper1230]

i played this on trumpet... it sounds much cooler on trumpet though....its still good

[scsteeldrums]

keep a comment like that to yourself please.

[discocyst]

when are you going to post your newer video of this song.. would love to see it :)

[puppetpatti]

Oh how the time keeps passing! I hope to someday soon. It's hard while taking care of my toddler grandaughter. No a lot of quiet time to record. But I will try soon..hopefully,,, lol

Thanks for stopping by!

Patti

[PandabeerMEISTER]

Nice touch! You really make this instrument sing and that's the hardest thing. I'm a musician too. Keep posting please!

PS: listen to Heifetz for more perfect projection.

[GuativaDAmon]

cool :D

[beaverteeth92]

Gives that underwater-like tone...

[z13ist]

magic

[mrwrister]

That was really good and interesting to listen to. I enjoy observing how people approach their instruments. I think you and I would get along well in real life :)

[discocyst]

fantastic :)

[puppetpatti]

thanks :0)

[astorastilbe]

beautiful!

makes me want to whirl around the room dancing!

[puppetpatti]

aww thank you!

I have got to get my newer version up! Thanks for stopping by, I appreciate it.

patti

[chbrules]

Wow, that was actually very fun to watch! I've been trying to expand my knowledge of instruments from around the world recently. I only play nylon guitar, but instruments like this are amazing to listen to!

Thanks for the great performance!

[c3odi]

amazing ceep going .., :)

[666videlicetunus]

Awesome this made me a subscriber...

[puppetpatti]

Thank you guys!

I'm so glad you've stopped by and thank for your comments.

Takemuchcare!

Patti

[tbone71491]

this is like my favorite song, and youve only made it better!

[ybmbg87]

really really amazing dude... superb

[Ruby509991]

great performance :)

looking forward to the finished version

[RandomTask3000]

Is it much work to tune?

[puppetpatti]

oh no, I don't need to tune it. The builders tune it and it stays tuned for a very long time. I might need to send it back very seldom for fine tuning, but we're good for a long time. :0)

[dbadagna]

How many octaves is this instrument?

[puppetpatti]

Mine is 4. They are built in 2, 3, 4, 5.

[beessiksiks]

It is perfect!

How many octavs is it?

I´m very sad, because in Estonia aren´t any Array Mbria´s but I really want this..

It is soo beautiful.I love that so much!

[Skwiggy]

beautiful

[ShogaNinja]

you are awesome, keep it up. no matter how many band aids you go thru :)

[puppetpatti]

hehe, Thanks. My fingers have gotten used to this. Does it look that painful?

I have got to get my new Maleguena uploaded...do check back in a week or so.

Patti

[MinorMaM]

This is by far the most beautiful instrument that has ever reached my ears.

Where did you acquire it? I'm very very interest in getting one. Please if its not too much trouble.

[glus]

Ole!!! Bravo maestra :)

[puppetpatti]

Thank You :0)

Patti

[waddodi]

duuuuuuuude that was sooooo amazing ,, keep on .. ur good man

[FungusToes]

That was hot.

Have You seen the DCI Cadets version of this song? This sound like the xylophone part.

[puppetpatti]

Thanks FungusToes,

Interesting name :0)

I have tons of favorite Malaguena's...I will check yours out...another one that is just blow away crazy is the group that performed at Epcot...oh what was their name. They are no longer together BUT for a group of like 10,,they were unbelievable! anyway, thanks for stopping by. Check back, I have a more completed version to upload soon.

[FungusToes]

Neat. I'll be sure to check back for the new version.

To find the Cadets version just type cadets 2003 into the serach box. It's the first one. Raw intensity!

[punkposer]

1:28 onwards is my favorite part.. I love Malaguena, and you did a rad job. Dude, you're seriously awesome.

[BenPixen]

This is amazing! Do you take any requests? I'd love to hear you play the mbira part from Glittering Clouds by Imogen Heap!

[puppetpatti]

Thank you BenPixen,

I appreciate you stopping by and listening to my music. I'm not sure what song you are speaking of and probably shouldn't take her music and post it here. She might not like that. Not sure. But I will go listen to what it sounds like and see what you're talking about :0)

[BenPixen]

Did you take a look at the song? Do you know if there are any cheap Array Mbira's. I want to play stuff like that imogen heap song.

[puppetpatti]

Hi BenPixen

I did listen to part of a video. It's hard to hear,, but it was very pretty.

There are now 2 octave mbiras available that are a bit less. They all cost but they are so worth it if it is really something you want to do. I wouldn't change any of the all the saving I did for mine. I LOVE IT! I spend time playing every single day. If it's something you really want to play I'd just save save save and get it. Do you know the website?

[BenPixen]

I think I know the website. Also, Imogen Heap had her Mbira on her vblog performing bits of Glittering Clouds. vBlog 13 on Youtube.

I want one, but I just don't know if I'll use it a lot if I get it. I use to play the piano and haven't really done much for a few years but it's always fun learning an instrument.

[kingbob3009]

what the hell is that

[puppetpatti]

kingbob3009

This is an Array Mbira and also my condensed version of Malaguena. I'm not sure what your question is, whether you are asking about my music or the instrument?

[heeh2]

wow i wanna get one of these....

your really good

[boomchuckaboom]

Wow!

[puppetpatti]

hey thanks. I hope to have my completed version up in a few weeks. It will be much better. Check back. :0)

[guitmartiman]

This is fantastic! When are you going to upload your finished version?

[puppetpatti]

thank you. hopefully in the next month or so. finding the time,,sigh,,,busy with my new grandaughter too :0) but hopefully within a month or so.

[tjilo]

Amazing. Yu said that you wanted an original mbira. Please specify, i may help as I am off to Africa from UK in a couple of weeks.

[puppetpatti]

Thanks,

This is just a condensed version that I did way back. I really have gotten a longer version ready. Need to get that taped and uploaded. I'd love an authentic Mbira one day. Like the one you describe.

[kokopeli27]

Wow, I love the sound of a kalimba, but I've always been frustrated with the fact that the good ones (i.e. Hugh Tracey), are limited to a G major scale. I was curious...is the array mbira set up chromatically, like a keyboard? Also, how much does it cost? Thanks.

[puppetpatti]

Yes, isn't this the greatest! No, it's not set up chromatically..which makes it a bit challenging to play if that's the way you want to go. It takes a little time to "see" the keyboard in it but once you do, it's well worth the time. I'll pm you about the rest....

[Carnax6969]

woah i never seen an instrument like this, dawg you so owned it

[puppetpatti]

aww thanks!

[Carnax6969]

no problem im just impressed

[krejzimicz]

great respect. im also playin chromatic mbira but this Array is incredible. be well puppetpatti!

[puppetpatti]

Hey thanks! I appreciate!

I want to get an authentic mbira one day. And go to the camp in New Mexico! Have you ever been?

I've been to your site before. You have some really nice mbira stuff. Nice to meet you and thanks for listening.

[cellokenno]

Wonderful musicianship! I'll be waiting for your new posts.

[puppetpatti]

Thanks!

[fluteCarrier]

Truly marvelous playing on a marvelous mbira! I am a recording artist on native american flute. I love to play flute on top of other instruments. I think there might be an Array Mbira in my future. Any tips about making the purchase? Do a search for saggiohealingarts to hear my music

[puppetpatti]

Oh thank you so very much! I will love to go hear your music also. You will, if you purchase the Array, truly enjoy it. I'd suggest emailing the builders a few times and they will definately help you on which type to purchase. They are all beautiful!

[rvjaeger]

Thanks for the reply, it's very nice sounding instrument!

[puppetpatti]

Thanks. I LOVE this instrument. It's so unique and a pleasure to play. I hope to really REALLY master it to my fullest!

[puppetpatti]

It is an Array Mbira.

[rvjaeger]

What is this instrument called? Not quite a Kalimba...