An unbreif introductory (alternative, jazz, rock, irish, show)

MariaVolante · 12-06-2008, 11:49 PM

I just came back from being in a very large art show of which I spent fourteen hours at.. only to search google for a music board.

here I am!

Music and art are what keep me breathing.

I first began piano lessons as a young teenager. They were unsuccessful as my teacher was rather unpleasant. (Yet, I can teach myself difficult pieces, and play them nicely, albeit it takes me time to work them out.) Thus I was put into voice lessons, which were successful until I realized my shyness. However I did compete in the Royal Conservatory of music and did well.

I also play the violin and find it my souls desire. I recently was having mine fixed, and I found it taking too long so I rented a viola which I have been playing recently. I love the sound it makes, but find it incomparable to the capacity of my old violin.

Playing guitar for me has been a little less serious, But having the experience of the violin made it easy to learn. I love the sound of the acoustic guitar.

Although I regrettably cannot say that violin is my best instrument, I will have to admit that I play the alto saxophone the greatest. I have been playing it for seven years, but find it warming to play a good ol' "Don't cry for me Argentina". I have been playing Baritone for half a year with my band now. But I intend on pursuing Jazz music with the alto saxophone.

My aspiration, musically. Is to learn many instruments including the banjo, and really just to enhance my skills at the violin. I would absolutely love to learn to create a hand-made violin. Perhaps one day I will reach this goal.

For now, music is what truly keeps my soul with breath.

Mojo · 12-07-2008, 06:20 AM

Welcome aboard. What kind of music are you into?

DearJenny · 12-07-2008, 09:48 AM

Hellz yeah, another string player. I play cello. We should make a string band.

Roygbiv · 12-07-2008, 10:12 AM

omgomgomgomg you're Canadian thas awesome omgomgomg

If you're from Toronto, I may further lose my mind.

In all seriousness, welcome to the boards : ) I hope you make a lasting contribution.

MariaVolante · 12-08-2008, 03:49 PM

You're from Canada eh? tee hee. Nope... I'm from Saskabush. But it seems like I've been meeting a lot of wicked musicians who come from Toronto lately!

I like to play classical, Irish/Scottish fiddle music, alternative-rock, folk and movie score music.

I would love to make a string band!

FaSho · 12-08-2008, 03:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CityLightsLikeRain

Hellz yeah, another string player. I play cello. We should make a string band.

I play the viola.
I'm in.

Alfred · 12-08-2008, 04:01 PM

Welcome!

I play the alto saxophone as well, although I'm sure you're miles and miles ahead of me.

Pornographie Nouveau · 12-08-2008, 04:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MariaVolante

Irish/Scottish fiddle music

Somewhat related: Have you heard of Afro Celt Soundsystem?

MariaVolante · 12-08-2008, 05:40 PM

I have never heard of them, but after hearing their music on you-tube, I wish I had heard of the them before!!!! They remind me of some of Sting's music. But I love the Irish influence in "when you're falling". Thanks!
If you like that song, try out "Voices" by Dario G (very similar)

Whoo Viola kicks ass! I totally cheat when I play mine... I play one string up so it sounds like the violin :P haha. But only sometimes!!

DearJenny · 12-10-2008, 01:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MariaVolante

I like to play classical, Irish/Scottish fiddle music, alternative-rock, folk and movie score music.

I would love to make a string band!

Quote:

Originally Posted by FaSho

I play the viola.
I'm in.

Awesome. When do we start?

12-06-2008, 11:49 PM	#1 (permalink)
MariaVolante Groupie Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 10	An unbreif introductory I just came back from being in a very large art show of which I spent fourteen hours at.. only to search google for a music board. here I am! Music and art are what keep me breathing. I first began piano lessons as a young teenager. They were unsuccessful as my teacher was rather unpleasant. (Yet, I can teach myself difficult pieces, and play them nicely, albeit it takes me time to work them out.) Thus I was put into voice lessons, which were successful until I realized my shyness. However I did compete in the Royal Conservatory of music and did well. I also play the violin and find it my souls desire. I recently was having mine fixed, and I found it taking too long so I rented a viola which I have been playing recently. I love the sound it makes, but find it incomparable to the capacity of my old violin. Playing guitar for me has been a little less serious, But having the experience of the violin made it easy to learn. I love the sound of the acoustic guitar. Although I regrettably cannot say that violin is my best instrument, I will have to admit that I play the alto saxophone the greatest. I have been playing it for seven years, but find it warming to play a good ol' "Don't cry for me Argentina". I have been playing Baritone for half a year with my band now. But I intend on pursuing Jazz music with the alto saxophone. My aspiration, musically. Is to learn many instruments including the banjo, and really just to enhance my skills at the violin. I would absolutely love to learn to create a hand-made violin. Perhaps one day I will reach this goal. For now, music is what truly keeps my soul with breath.

12-07-2008, 09:48 AM	#3 (permalink)
DearJenny Raptor Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Metro Detroit, MI Posts: 1,321	Hellz yeah, another string player. I play cello. We should make a string band. __________________ So here's to living life miserable. And here's to all the lonely stories that I've told. Maybe drinking wine will validate my sorrow. Every man needs a muse and mine could be the bottle.

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Roygbiv marquee moon Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 759	omgomgomgomg you're Canadian thas awesome omgomgomg If you're from Toronto, I may further lose my mind. In all seriousness, welcome to the boards : ) I hope you make a lasting contribution. __________________ Roygbiv's Review Revue LATEST REVIEW SILENT SHOUT BY THE KNIFE

12-08-2008, 04:01 PM	#7 (permalink)
Alfred one big soul Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 5,096	Welcome! I play the alto saxophone as well, although I'm sure you're miles and miles ahead of me. __________________ LAST.FM / VINYL COLLECTION / RYM

12-08-2008, 05:40 PM	#9 (permalink)
MariaVolante Groupie Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 10	I have never heard of them, but after hearing their music on you-tube, I wish I had heard of the them before!!!! They remind me of some of Sting's music. But I love the Irish influence in "when you're falling". Thanks! If you like that song, try out "Voices" by Dario G (very similar) Whoo Viola kicks ass! I totally cheat when I play mine... I play one string up so it sounds like the violin :P haha. But only sometimes!! Last edited by MariaVolante; 12-08-2008 at 05:45 PM.

12-07-2008, 06:20 AM	#2 (permalink)
Mojo Melancholia Eternally Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: England Posts: 5,018	Welcome aboard. What kind of music are you into?

12-08-2008, 03:49 PM	#5 (permalink)
MariaVolante Groupie Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 10	You're from Canada eh? tee hee. Nope... I'm from Saskabush. But it seems like I've been meeting a lot of wicked musicians who come from Toronto lately! I like to play classical, Irish/Scottish fiddle music, alternative-rock, folk and movie score music. I would love to make a string band!