Video from MGFest performance at Chicago Cultural Center

posted in: Shows, video by Michael Una on January 29, 2009

Shot and uploaded by the inimitable Chad Mageira.

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Solenoid-based drumming strategies

posted in: inspiration by Michael Una on January 14, 2009

Came across this video on Dataisnature. I’m working on a similar idea, combining robot-controlled musical instruments and lighting effects.  The end result willbe somewhat similar, but with 100% more banjo:

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New Beep-It package

posted in: beep-it by Michael Una on January 13, 2009

I’ve started making the latest Beep-Its in a smaller, more durable plastic case.  The old one had a lot of empty space and was prone to cracking.  Also, I’m working on getting circuit boards printed.  You can see the first revision here:

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More pics from Handmade Music night

posted in: Shows by Michael Una on January 07, 2009

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January workshops

posted in: Shows by Michael Una on January 07, 2009

Good morning, you radiant jewels of humanity.
I’m writing to let you know about a few workshops I have coming up which you may
enjoy immensely:

When: Sunday, January 18th from 4-7pm
Where: Mini Dutch Gallery, 3111 w. Diversey, Chicago IL 60647
What: Come on by and make some LED Throwies with Andrew Mueller and Michael Una.  As part of  Mini Dutch’s current show [...]

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