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on January 26
John Teske
backed a project
Machines by Kris Perry
"Machines" is a kinetic sculpture project performed with collaborating musicians.
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102% funded $15,315 pledged
- 240 backers
- Funded Feb 22, 2012
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on January 19
John Teske
backed a project
PARIS HURLEY | transforming. PUBLICLY. by paris hurley
transforming. PUBLICLY. a new series of body-based performative installations by sound/physical artist, PARIS HURLEY.
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108% funded $2,715 pledged
- 84 backers
- Funded Jan 21, 2012
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on November 11, 2010
John Teske
Posted project update #7pictures and progress
Post CommentThis August I rode with the trailer to Port Townsend. My father and I spent a few days crafting and upholstering the supports at his shop. Since then, I've been using the trailer for both rehearsals and performances. I just had my film developed and posted the pictures here:
http://www.facebook.com/album.php...There is still some work to be done, such as sealing the wood and adding the generator-powered lighting system.
I've been continuing work on the compositions and plan to record them in the early spring, to include on the CD.
In the meantime, I want offer some music:
a live recording of the Sept 16 performance of six graphic scores http://johnt.es/ke/six-graphic-scores
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Unused Lexical Variable, a former composer/improviser group
http://www.ricercata.org/unusedlexicalvariable/download.htmlThank you again for your support. It is very rewarding to be on the road, knowing that I'm creating music in a sustainable way.
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on October 19, 2010
John Teske
backed a project
Make Gerry Carruthers Famous. Finally. by Benjamin Harris
Cro-Magnon Pictures' "A Jazzman's Jazzman: The Gerry Carruthers Story" is complete! But we need your help submitting it to film festivals...
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148% funded $1,482 pledged
- 42 backers
- Funded Dec 02, 2010
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on July 19, 2010
John Teske
Posted project update #6trailer release photos and audio
Post CommentThank you to everyone who came to the trailer release party. I was excited to see both new and familiar faces.
Below are photos of Colin and I with the trailer frame, showing the frame, and Wilson Shook and I performing a duet. I've also attached an audio clip of an improvised solo I performed at the show. It's mostly quiet, with some loud bursts near the end.
I am starting sketches for the compositions, thinking about the CDs, and ways to acknowledge the support of everyone involved. As of last night, the plan is to write two bass solos, a duet for basses, a duet for viola and bass, and a collection of five interrelated bass pieces.
Currently the trailer is back at Colin's shop waiting to be powder coated, while I look into lighting options and design the bass support structure. I'll post future updates when I have major developments and content.
(images courtesy of Whitman Dewey-Smith)
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on July 10, 2010Funded!
haulin' bass by John Teske
I have commissioned a custom-built bicycle trailer to transport my upright bass so I may share music with a wider community and in a sustainable way.
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110% funded $1,105 pledged
- 36 backers
- Funded Jul 10, 2010
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on July 6, 2010
John Teske
Posted project update #5we're there!
Post CommentWe've reached the goal! With the article in the Seattle Times this morning, the project was revealed to an even larger community, and shortly thereafter the funding goal was met.
I appreciate the support of everyone that has backed the project, spread the word, and offered their advice and support.
While the kickstarter goal has been met, there is still more to do: outfitting the trailer to cradle the bass, designing and building the lighting system, making a waterproof cover, etc. Any funds over the cost of the trailer and accessories will be donated to Gallery 1412 and Bike Works.Please join Wilson and I this Saturday for the trailer release party, and help us celebrate the creation of this magnificent machine. The trailer won't be bass-ready, but I'll have the unpainted frame and custom wheels to show off.
Saturday, July 10, 8pm
Gallery 1412
1412 18th Ave
Seattle, WA 98122
$5-15 suggested donation
This is where the project gets interesting. The idea is out there, and now I'll be on the street with the trailer as a living example of sustainable living through biking. I hope that my actions will inspire thought and action in others.
press links
interview in the Seattle Times: Oh, the places you'll go — by bike, hauling an enormous double-bass behind you
interview on the lifecycl.es blog: Haulin’ Bass
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on June 30, 2010
John Teske
Posted project update #4wheels, covers and compositions
I spent the past week talking with bike mechanics at different shops, gathering information to help me build a solid wheelset on a generator hub. Today I ordered a SRAM i-Light dynamo hub, a Shimano Deore hub, and a set of 20" double-walled rims drilled for 36 spokes (finished wheels below).
This weekend I talked to my dad who does upholstery work in Port Townsend, WA. He's done work for boats and can make a cover with specially designed and sealed seams to keep the rain out. After the trailer is built, I'll bike to his shop and spend a weekend to hang out and make the cover.
Lastly, I've been thinking about the compositions. As a bassist, I'd like to add to the solo bass repertoire. I've started some sketches but I'm waiting to see how many pieces are commissioned before I start writing notes. I'd like the pieces to be a set--unified yet able to stand alone. Think 10 short piano pieces, just a little bit longer and for bass. I'm excited to write these pieces and I'd love to write more.
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on June 22, 2010
John Teske
commented on a project@EFFALO I can't tell you how excited I am! I may just put a velosynth on the trailer. with the power I want to generate, it could produce some serious sound.
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on June 22, 2010
John Teske
commented on a projectSO AWESOME. I always dreamed of wiring cycle computer mounts to a drum machine, but you guys took it to the next level. thanks!
John Teske
Seattle, WA
I am a composer, improviser and upright bassist living in Seattle. I studied acoustic and electroacoustic composition at the University of Washington with Joël-François Durand, Juan Pampin, and Josh Parmenter. Currently I'm writing a chamber opera with spoken word poet Steven Wilbur, and continuing to explore new sounds on the bass.
Hey John - Nice to see you tonight. I don't actually have your email, so I can't send you a piano piece unless you send me your email. If you want, maybe you can make a bass piece to accompany one of my piano pieces, instead of an awesome version of Horse With No Name.