Beth in OH Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 (edited) Dd's band, The Gutter Press, just released their first professionally produced music video last night at midnight. This is an original song, and it's family friendly :). Folks, this is what homeschooling can do for your kids......it gives them time to pursue a passion (dd=violin, classical & indie alternative music), and the space to become who they are meant to be. Dd is now a college freshman, and she met her lead singer at orientation. These guys have done tons of work since September! Enjoy: Edited February 6, 2011 by Beth in OH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 looks great....nice job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KristinaBreece Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 That's awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emmy Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 This is awesome! I love your thought on giving them time to pursue a passion - how great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jen500 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Wow! Super! Thanks for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheryl Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Dd's band, The Gutter Press, just released their first professionally produced music video last night at midnight. This is an original song, and it's family friendly :). Folks, this is what homeschooling can do for your kids......it gives them time to pursue a passion (dd=violin, classical & indie alternative music), and the space to become who they are meant to be. Dd is now a college freshman, and she met her lead singer at orientation. These guys have done tons of work since September! Enjoy: Hi again Beth! Wonderful! I was able to watch part of the music video, but I think our browser ? or something (I'm not real compute literate) is not up to date. What I saw was great...creative. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparrow Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 That was really great! It's a catchy little thang :001_smile:. Thanks for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amydavis Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Really catchy! Thoroughly enjoyed it - even called dh in to watch it. (He enjoyed it, too.) Also, went to their Facebook page and "liked" it! :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jlq4 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Great Job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soonermomma Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 My eight year old dd and I just watched the video and thought it was awesome. Tell her to keep up the good work! :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mabeline Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Awesome! I liked the song. Your daughter looked like she was really having fun. Good job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindyz Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I love it!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
renmew Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Thank you for sharing! My son and I really enjoyed watching it, since we are both learning to play the violin. I never knew there were electric violins!! She is so talented. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleIzumi Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Awesome!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
littleWMN Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I love it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibbygirl Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Great job!! :hurray: You must be so proud of your dd. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth in OH Posted February 7, 2011 Author Share Posted February 7, 2011 Thanks to all of you for your congratulatory wishes. I am very proud of dd for working hard and choosing to make things happen in her life. I definitely appreciate the courage it takes to put yourself out there! For those of you who are just learning an instrument, hang in there!!!! Dd was right where you are at one time--sometimes just sticking with it is all you need. Just to encourage you, dd was not passionate about the violin when she was young, she fought me on practicing for years, and still doesn't like to practice. She does like the end result, though. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenL Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Great video and great song! I really like the tune. Hoping your dd goes far with this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zaichiki Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Dd got a kick out of the blue electric violin. Thanks for sharing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom2denj Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Congratulations! That was great! This is also my dd's dream. She plays guitar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elizabeth Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Superb and very , very indie. I love it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyndie Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Fabulous!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennW in SoCal Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Beth, This violin playing and teaching homeschool mom LOVED the music and loved seeing your dd playing. I was just telling someone today that there weren't as many cool violin role models back in when I was in high school and college. It wasn't until I was in my 40s that I got my first electric fiddle and started learning to improvise. So, tell your dd that she totally rocks!! So...what kind of electric fiddle is that? Yamaha? And does she use it when performing or the acoustic with a pick up? And did she figure out on her own how to incorporate the violin into Indie rock or did she have a mentor or teacher that taught her the ropes of chord progression? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeckyFL Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Very cool! You must be so proud! :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roxanne23 Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 (edited) . Edited January 4, 2023 by roxanne23 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth in OH Posted February 7, 2011 Author Share Posted February 7, 2011 It wasn't until I was in my 40s that I got my first electric fiddle and started learning to improvise. Dd was heavily involved in chamber music throughout high school, and the artistic director is a violist whose improvisation experience was much like yours. She had the wisdom and vision to realize that today's musicians can't depend on a classical career and need to be able to play many styles of music. She demystified improv by requiring her fellowship students to participate in a jazz program taught by a very gifted teacher (a jazz pianst/composer). That's really where my dd lost her fear of launching into uncharted musical waters (that's a pun!). She then listened to a lot of music that used more complex harmonies (the band Muse--who are classically trained) and began learning the lead guitar parts on her violin by ear. That's really where she started, and beginning her junior year of high school, she started putting some things together with some local kids. Her current band is so much fun, because the musicians are so solid--the guitar player/lead singer is studying bassoon, and the pianist is a jazz piano major. It's been a blast to collaborate with well-trained players. So...what kind of electric fiddle is that? Yamaha? And does she use it when performing or the acoustic with a pick up? The violin is a 5 string Yamaha: http://www.electricviolinshop.com/violins/yamaha-ev205-blue.html This is her 2nd electric--the first was a Fender entry level 4 string. I expect that if she continues doing the band thing, she'll eventually move up to a custom electric. She generally performs with the electric so that she can easily plug in to the amps, processors, etc. Plus, her acoustic is her new "professional" quality violin, and she really doesn't want it around a club or performance venue due to its value. FWIW, she loves the band, but she also loves chamber music. The most important thing for her to accomplish this quarter was to put together a piano trio that she could play Beethoven with. She's working very hard! She's in her element, though. So cool! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ondreeuh Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Absolutely amazing! This is the type of music my dd and I really enjoy. We'll be sure to buy the album - looks like it's being released soon? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth in OH Posted February 7, 2011 Author Share Posted February 7, 2011 Absolutely amazing! This is the type of music my dd and I really enjoy. We'll be sure to buy the album - looks like it's being released soon? AHAHAHA! You knew more than I did about the timing of the album! I know they did all of the recording during winter break in December, and now they are editing and mixing. Their Tumblr site does say it should be out in the next couple of weeks. If you follow them on Tumblr or Facebook [The Gutter Press], you'll get an announcement. Oh--they tweet, also. Beth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gooblink Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 That is fantastic! I'm listening to it now. My son is a new violin student and I'm sure he'll really enjoy listening. Very inspiring!! Best wishes to your dd on her career!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennW in SoCal Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 I've got a 5 string Skyinbow from the Electric Violin Shop and I just love having that 5th string!! I too also play chamber music, but I so envy your daughter getting this experience at this age. Her high school chamber music director was brilliant to introduce improvisation. I hope your dd doesn't mind having a homeschool mom groupie!! I'm looking forward to sharing the video with my students. And I didn't say it last post, but a congratulatory high 5 to you, you proud homeschool mom!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth in OH Posted February 7, 2011 Author Share Posted February 7, 2011 I hope your dd doesn't mind having a homeschool mom groupie!! I'm looking forward to sharing the video with my students. She'd love it! All groupies are welcome! Claire has a heart for kids, and that loooong path to learning the violin. If she's ever in So.Cal. maybe she can stop in and do a workshop for you.:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imprimis Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 So impressive! My 15 yo watched it with me and loved it, too. Congratulations to your daughter and her band! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katemary63 Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Very cool! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth in OH Posted February 7, 2011 Author Share Posted February 7, 2011 So impressive! My 15 yo watched it with me and loved it, too. Who is the band in your avatar? Is that your dd by any chance? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Way cool! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkle Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Terrific! What a great job. :thumbup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missesd Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 2 thumbs up!! Anyway they can release it on iTunes or something?? Edited to say, I shared on my FB too!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cortana Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 WOW!!!! I loved the song instantly, very nice!! I look forward to their album coming out. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 They did a great job! Congrats to your dd and her band. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth in OH Posted February 7, 2011 Author Share Posted February 7, 2011 You guys are da bomb! Thanks for celebrating this day with us, and I will let you know when "the album drops". (What will I do when I no longer have teenagers/young adults to keep me in tune with their vernacular.) Blessings to all of you, Beth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tree House Academy Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Very cool, and such a different sound. They will go somewhere! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imprimis Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Who is the band in your avatar? Is that your dd by any chance? Yes, she plays bass guitar in a band with a few kids from the music store where she takes lessons. BTW, she wanted me to ask you how long your daughter's band has been playing together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lulubelle Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 That was great! They have great voices! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JenniferB Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 I like the song. The combination of instruments is beautiful. I wasn't able to listen/watch smoothly though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soror Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Very well done, I really liked it! Kudos! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth in OH Posted February 7, 2011 Author Share Posted February 7, 2011 BTW, she wanted me to ask you how long your daughter's band has been playing together. Since September, when they met each other as freshman music students in college. They each have years of private individual study and performance under their belts, so they were each able to bring a lot to the band right away. I'm amazed that they've written and recorded an entire album (plus this video) in that short amount of time. Dd started playing this style of music with friends when she was about your dd's age. That's the best way to get started--just jump in and do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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