Violin Power
Originally released in 1978. Violin Power is a documentary film. directed by Steina Vasulka. At just 10 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Steina Vasulka
Synopsis
Steina trained as a classical violinist, pushing her experience as a professional musician into the electronic realm with this seminal work. Originally performed in the late 1970s as a live recital with monitors, "Violin Power" began with the idea of generating a video image solely through the sound and movement of the bow. This signal switch, from audio to visual, grew in possibilities and variances as technology continued to expand in the ensuing decades. The most recent iteration of this performance involved Steina working with a MIDI violin and laptop.
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Violin Power about?
Steina trained as a classical violinist, pushing her experience as a professional musician into the electronic realm with this seminal work. Originally performed in the late 1970s as a live recital...
Who directed Violin Power?
Violin Power was directed by Steina Vasulka.
How long is Violin Power?
Violin Power has a runtime of 0 hours and 10 minutes (10 minutes total).
When was Violin Power released?
Violin Power was released on January 1, 1978 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Violin Power?
The main cast of Violin Power includes Steina Vasulka.