I didn't intend to make a music video. I had some pictures from this afternoon's walk at Campbell Creek near Stuckagain. But music sounded like a good idea. Grrrr. Going to have to learn how to use Garage Band so I can make some noises to put on some of the videos. But in the meantime, what can I use without getting into too much trouble? Something winter related.
I found a CD one of my students, Guo Wei, gave me in Beijing. She was an er hu player in the student traditional Chinese orchestra at Renmin University of China. We even got to hear two of their concerts in beautiful concert halls. So I found a piece from the CD
New Melodies of "Si Zhu"
Collection of Traditional Musical Instruments
Conducted by Qin Pengzhang Yang Chunlin
This is part of track 3 - Sketch of Life in the North - fourth movement - Hunting in Winter
Well, we weren't hunting, but it is north and it is winter.
And then, one thing led to another. The pictures had to have some connection to the music. Let's just say, I learned a lot on iMovie today, and I have a long way to go. I really got into the music and wanted to do the whole piece, but I never would have finished that. It's not finished as it is. I hope you enjoy the pictures of Campbell Creek area and the wonderful music.
This is especially for my musician fellow blogger, Phil; Guo Wei; Frank in Beijing; and Des and Lyrica.
That's a very good first effort, Steve. My youth basketball season highlight iMovie efforts pale in comparison. I love er hu, and the birches/snow add a lot. I especially like the timing of snowflakes to the music right before 2 minutes. Thanks for the dedication!
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