'The Last Transit of Venus' for Glass Armonica

[@Prismatic_Truth]

Since discovering it recently, the glass armonica has quickly become one of my favorite instruments, along with the harpsichord, the mandolin, the violin, the cello, the celesta & the _koto._ This is a beautiful piece that showcases the celestial sound of the armonica perfectly.❤️

[@grailheart]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@kadenshoemaker6669]

Listen to a theramin it's beautifulkzbin.info/www/bejne/rJm1naB4iLOdf6c

[@jasonzacharias2150]

Your initiation is complete

[@sharglefart]

Yea, it's one of my favorites alongside the Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Guitar, Harp, Ukulele, Banjo, Mandolin, Sitar, Flute, Clarinet, Oboe, Bassoon, Saxophone, Piccolo, Recorder, Bagpipes, Harmonica, Trumpet, Trombone, French Horn, Tuba, Cornet, Euphonium, Drums, Timpani, Cymbals, Triangle, Marimba, Xylophone, Glockenspiel, Tambourine, Congas, Bongos, Cajón, Piano, Organ, Harpsichord, Accordion, Synthesizer, Electric Guitar, Electric Bass, Drum Machine, Theremin, Keytar, Sampler, Didgeridoo, Djembe, Balalaika, Tabla, Erhu, Pan Flute, Oud, Lute, Bass Guitar, Lyre, Koto, Shamisen, Kalimba, Hang Drum, Steelpan, Melodica, Clavinet, Celesta, Vibraphone, Agogo, Castanets, Guiro, Claves, Maracas, Zither, Bouzouki, Charango, Sarod, Veena, Duduk, Shakuhachi, Ney, Alphorn, Sousaphone, Flugelhorn, Mellophone, Contrabassoon, and the Basset Horn.

[@bofflessaxon7183]

I'd love to hear a "band" of the glass harmonica, the ocarina and the hang drum.

[@andrewcavallo1877]

Add the kalimba and you’re golden

[@andrewcavallo1877]

@Constantinos CHRISTODOULAKIS I don’t know, I wish there was some sort of wide open global resource that you could type any word into and it would give information on it, hmm... Lol as a fellow prog metal fan i can’t be that sarcastic to you, it’s an acoustic instrument with metal tines that you pluck with your fingers, it sounds really cool, you should check videos on it

[@andrewcavallo1877]

@Constantinos CHRISTODOULAKIS A sad truth, but who knows, maybe it’ll catch on someday

[@andrewcavallo1877]

@Constantinos CHRISTODOULAKIS My cousin plays the Glass Armonica, so it has a chance I guess. But he is like a music professor n shit in the classical industry so not really with any influence in metal sadly. But yeah, any of these antithetical instruments are possible I guess either way, even if not currently present

[@andrewcavallo1877]

Another instrument to add: the tongue drum

[@theholygoat8826]

just when you think you've seen and heard everything , you realise you haven't , amazing I'm in awe . . .

[@MEATYOKERRable]

I cannot believe that there were instruments that could create such ethereal sounds before synthesizers existed.

[@henkkahenrik4183]

You can produce same sound with bunch of wineglasses and water. It's simple sience. Glass resonates at specific wavelength and produces sound. Size of glass and amount of water affect on resonance, causing different sounds. Even kids often do this at certain age without knowing, and end up noticing the sound. I was about 7 when i noticed resonance of glass, while playing around with wineglasses. If you drag your finger along the edge of wineglass with water, you can produce similar sound. You should put some water to the edge of glass as well, and/or in ur finger. This helps it to resonate better. Also the reason why wineglass and glass armonica works better than average glass is the bowl shape, that resonates better.

[@marloscholten9227]

This instrument is rumored to make people insane when listening to it for large quantities of time. I myself do not know if this is true, but the idea behind that is that the glass harmonica speaks at a range humans don't hear especially well, which makes it sound like the sound is coming from everywhere and nowhere all at once.

[@apersonwithacomment7732]

That's quite interesting.

[@chromatilla]

According to QI that was probably due to lead poisoning as they used to use lead glass.

[@KentBuchla]

This is stupid

[@LilRedOne85]

Bad playing does make one go insane.... practice helps! 🙃

[@JanCarol11]

It is the players who went insane - it was considered a "dangerous art" - lead glass (and hours and hours of practice)

[@MrawwarM]

This is such a beautiful composition, of light and of sound, i love the touch of the bells, as the 'Armonica graces the envelope of the ear, and the bell chimes in from above and overhead... a lovely progression, a dance of sound. Thank you for sharing.

[@cedrichamon1863]

I saw a Glass Armonica at an opera i went to in LA, It has since been one of my favorite instruments.

[@platinumsun4632]

Damn. Nice.

[@zahnderofficial]

Things like this are why I love humanity. Superb.

[@henkkahenrik4183]

Humanity banned this instrument in the 18th century cuz they thought it summoned demons. Youp, thats humanity for you. -_-

[@Daddy53751]

Humans are a strange contradiction, that’s for sure.

[@The_the_Levi]

@@henkkahenrik4183 lmao

[@jloughry1976]

This is a very emotional piece to me. Felt like crying at times and then felt like everything was going to be ok.

[@sherrylandrum7901]

Love the whole video. The glass armonica is beautifully designed. Amazing!

[@David-mf1ir]

Sound from heaven...Thanks for letting me know there's a wonderful instrumental in the world that is called Glass Armonica! Now I might consider if I should start to appreciate instrumental music instead of pop music...

[@Michaelroni-n-cheese]

Shut up David

[@Daddy53751]

One of my grandsons is a teenager who’s studying music, and is deeply involved in his HS jazz band. Although he’s in this mode right now of “All great music is based on jazz” phase, I’m in the process of trying to teach him that all great music, and indeed the highest form of music and musicianship is classical. (Even though I’m an old metalhead 😁) I’m hoping he develops a love and respect for it, if for no other reason than its status as the top of the music food chain, so to speak.

[@cinderling5472]

Riveting, enchanting, soothing... Thank you for this wonderful piece! 💗

[@toddweaver7566]

Rather cool, bringing back old school.

[@gwenlanter4243]

Oh boy I think I took too many Benadryl!! I tried to listen to some music and now YouYube turned into Benjamin Franklin playing a lathe in space! D: Donnie Hicks

[@negative4life]

That comment is epic!

[@TaylorTheDeveloper]

Benjamin Franklin invented this version of the glass harmonica!

[@oscarrobles4344]

Thank you! I have not laughed so hard in years! Its really earlier and my family is asleep or at least they were, I'm sure I woke someone up shit maybe even my neighbor....funniest comment on KZbin!!!!!at least in my book...thanks again!

[@mightykaytor]

Too funny.

[@morelhunter3966]

"I'll have what she's having."

[@rachelsturm3312]

This is a beautiful piece of music! Thank you Mr. Zeitler! And thank you Mr. Franklin for inventing such a wonderful musical instrument!

[@adelaonair8545]

I think I must have listened to this at least 4 times already. Much love from Chicago! Please keep posting these glorious videos and compositions.

[@grailheart]

Thank you! It's great to have fans in Chicago!

[@verixanc]

Very ethereal and lovely. I can close my eyes and see wonderful pictures with this music. You have a great talent. Thank you for sharing.

[@TheMonkeyNeuron]

What a magnificent composition. It’s incredible the way the other instruments (particularly the clarinet) weave in and out of the sound of the armonica.

[@grailheart]

Thank you!

[@dcbsmt]

this is such a pretty piece of music. i can't stop listening.

[@zealousceles]

The instrument, the sound, and the song are so beautiful. I'm so glad I saw this yesterday on the NASA stream during her transit, and was able to find it here!

[@ayanasmith4712]

The Armonica is such a beautiful instrument. It truly is divine.

[@ACApears]

beautiful William, you are truly amazing, the pure soul put into this music makes any season feel warm and cozy and bright and just perfect. Thank you.

[@morelhunter3966]

I had to save this it's very well done. Feel like I stumbled upon a gem.

[@SailorBarsoom]

That was lovely. Nothing else really sounds quite like Mr. Franklin's armonica, and this composition took full advantage of it.

[@keyosuke]

William, it's a great song. That's for including the armonica as much as you did.

[@Zoe-c9z]

This sounds like Close encounters of the 3rd kind in places. Thank you it is a lovely composure

[@CoconutPete.]

Incredible.. the instrument itself and your skills, sir. Beautifully tantalizing to the ears..

[@Samlonez]

Gracias "un poco de todo" super relajante la canción.

[@awdjawdawpkdnpawdnwakldm]

God I am so glad I remembered the glass armonica exists needed this

[@grailheart]

:-)

[@robertbuehl792]

Very nice. I've always enjoyed anything performed on the glass armonica.

[@gaillewis5472]

What a magnificent blend of science and music. Bravo!!

[@lisearchambault3158]

This is amazing. Just love the sound it puts your mind in a different place.

[@zmeycares8103]

Oh, sir, this is heavenly.

[@adeliciamoses6402]

Such calming music.Sounds out of this world.

[@Alpheamus]

Beautiful. Simply a piece of art.

[@caseynelson3600]

This is like the trippiest thing I've seen and heard

[@ObiWanShinobi1]

...And this is why Ben Franklin was America's Leonardo DaVinci.

[@falconfeathers9454]

maybe the key was lightning What an incredible design

[@synthyawylder3297]

Benjamin Franklin, a genius, a man ahead of his time. As was Leonardo DaVinci. His instrument, finally brought to life: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qaeWoaxpdtVrlbs

[@ksol1460tv]

.. and the ONLY President of the United States -- who was NEVER President of the United States!

[@inkyguy]

ObiWanShinobi1, to his credit Franklin actually invented things that were made in his lifetime, and made very profitably too. Da Vinci almost certainly had a greater intellect than Franklin, which is not to demean Franklin's at all. However, Da Vinci wasn't a very organized or practical person, and few of any of Da Vinci's inventions were ever made, while Franklin's were and still are.

[@Kisuke323]

not even close

[@chillylobster7519]

Absolutely stunning performance

[@grailheart]

Thank you!

[@ArinJager1]

this is some movie / game soundtrack worthy material here :') very beautiful

[@sashek8451]

oh my lord, just looked up what was the 2012 Venus transit about? How prophetic that’s played out in my life in hindsight 😳 onward and upward, human consciousness fam 💛💛💛💗 this piece is transcendent

[@ruthgunneson-poling2477]

This song is so beautiful! I had never heard about glass armonicas until I found you in a random wondering here...I'm not sure I completely understand the transit of Venus (scientifically). I DO understand is your music, your instrument, your garments, your sense of humor and knowledge is wonderful! I bookmarked you so I can come back again and listen to you over and over...

[@KarenCalypte]

When this event takes place (Transit of Venus ) next time, many years from now, I am sure people will be watching the 2012 preview / rerun of this presentation with the 💖 Beautiful composition background music of William Zeitler.

[@grailheart]

I hope so!

[@Zoe-c9z]

Music is therapeutic and healing. I have had 8 concussions

[@grailheart]

Ouch! Sorry to hear that!

[@mads4it555]

Beautiful music. Thank you for sharing it :D

[@echomediastudios]

Really really cool. I like that you went beyond a simple demonstration of a musical instrument and tied it into the theme of the transit of Venus.

[@DrOctagonoBilities]

Not to detract from this superb composition by a talented individual, but when I close my eyes I really picture FFXII. Or something along the lines. Brilliant, sir! You have outdone yourself. It is a privilege to listen to this piece.

[@diptachatterjee8717]

Wow man wow.this instrument has a killing sound...lots of love

[@grailheart]

Thanks!

[@patriciaheinz8416]

Mesmerizing--absolute ART! Loved it.

[@JonTurkification]

That instrument is really magical.

[@clydesight]

OUTSTANDING! Beautiful and wonderful and THANK YOU so much for posting this. BRAVO!

[@jermstorm86]

Wonderful composition! This is a perfect piece of music to celebrate the amazing Transit of Venus. bravissimo sir!

Absolutely wonderful.

[@royantositumeang1292]

❤...amažing loud..great of song

[@snailart14]

This is honestly one of the coolest things! I play violin, and now I feel like I need to find out where I could get me one of these things.

[@markschroeder5559]

benjamin franklin ordered one of these from skymall

[@markw3598]

Why would he do that!? He invented the darn thing, he has his own!

[@BHouseLisa]

Haha! Perfect.

[@mightymeatmonsta]

Very beautiful!! What a nice relaxing sound! You are very creative and clever, William!

[@mercedeslackey836]

This is utterly enchanting.

[@merrelltheperil]

Ah now that is nice! Years ago saw pair of chaps playing glasses and glass tubes in St Marks Square, Venice - dance of the sugar plum fairy and other stuff, absolutely magic!

[@cruzjay188]

Fantastic video... Science and art standing side by side.

[@cameronsharp17]

This moved me. I feel moved. Bravo

[@grailheart]

Thank you!

[@ethnicmusiclover]

Linda Ronstadt had it used on a few of her albums especially one of my favorite albums Winter Light. Gorgeous use of Glass Armonica.

[@bevverner9526]

Wow. This is quite something. Thanks Mr. Zeitler.

[@sallywhitney8425]

This is the perfect instrument on which to play this beautiful ethereal piece. AT 4:42 is our universe as we no longer, or rarely, are able to see it. AT 3:55 is how our sun appears through a telescope with a special lens. I viewed it like this when taking an Astronomy class in college. If you should have a chance to see it like this, be sure to. It's remarkable!

[@AndrewKimmey]

That's incredibly beautiful.

[@Skittle61]

Love this, the armonica sounds beautiful. I spoke with William last week for my job. He is a very cool guy and ships with FedEx. :-)

[@Naraku415]

I absolutely love this arrangement.

[@randomhuman3883]

The feeling of this instrument is so strange. It's like your hearing it from some sort of great hall, but your not in the room with it.

[@litestreamer]

Really lovely, thanks!

[@Norsmurf]

Just breathtaking :) I often use this piece as study music and it works wonders :) Thank you.

[@feow33]

absoloutley love the sound.

[@BettySaenz-p7m]

I am intrigued by this instrument since learning of Benjamin Franklin's invention of it.

[@robindupuis1725]

I love the creativity and it sounds really nice.....great job....

[@scissors656]

it's like a natural analog synthesizer

[@artdonovandesign]

A magnificent artistic accomplishment!

[@jaybert3110]

This was lovely.

[@ryanbrown7975]

so hauntingly beautiful

[@RagtimeDorianHenry]

absolument fascinant et captivant, quel grand travail vous avez réalisé !! bravo !!!

[@cellamondegrine8009]

I like the double meaning of the title. 'The Last Transit of Venus' as in, the transit last year, and 'The Last Transit of Venus' as in the last transit we'll ever see.

[@soyelsol]

This video is amazing, really beautiful, Thanks for sharing

[@RebeccaETripp]

Oh, this is stunning!

[@grailheart]

Thanks!

[@RebeccaETripp]

@@grailheart Still listening! Your works are making my writing process so much more beautiful!

[@ForTheBandDOTCOM]

This is awesome. Thanks for sharing!

[@AmosNomore]

Ultra pleasant Music of the Spheres - thank you!

[@johnadams4807]

*sniff sniff* reminds me of those beautiful Legend of Zelda, Twilight Princess songs

[@dinaminzer]

I’ld love to hear it in the liturgical music of my church. Its sound is very mystical to me!

[@mugiwaerouma]

This was awesome!

[@richardremington6458]

Thanks you sir. Well done. Keep it coming.

[@pipebay123]

I like when i'm in the awesome part of youtube.

[@sera7159]

This is so beautiful thank you for sharing it so we can all hear it :)

[@grailheart]

You are so welcome!

[@phonophaninfl]

Oh by the LOVE the piece !

[@dianasaadeh856]

como se hace eso que bello!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Starphot]

Beautiful! I have imaged the 2012 transit of Venus with my 10" telescope with a solar filter.

[@jayrjTX956]

Just simply amazing 👏

[@louisallebe3361]

Magique,magnifique,merci !

[@oldsmartian]

Stunning!

[@tabithatachibana9607]

What a beautiful instrument

[@Kenobi-xd3oj]

Gorgeous thank you.

[@TimelordTardis22]

First time I ever saw one of these was in the movie Shape Shifter and I thought it was fake so I googled it. I love this vid you play beautifully!

[@djsusan00]

I liked this a lot.

[@brienengel]

Nice piece and nice production! Congratulations!

[@AlisterPuddifer]

This is lovely.