TED Theme: Spectacular Performance
There's a lot of talk at TED -- but we humans have many other ways to communicate ideas, passion, community, energy. This collection of extraordinary dancers, actors, musicians, magicians and storytellers bring both sides of the brain to life, with a TED twist. Sit back, ...
There's a lot of talk at TED -- but we humans have many other ways to communicate ideas, passion, community, energy. This collection of extraordinary dancers, actors, musicians, magicians and storytellers bring both sides of the brain to life, with a TED twist. Sit back, and enjoy the show, from artists such as Stew, Pilobolus, Vusi Mahlasela, and Kenichi Ebina.
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Naturally 7: A full-band beatbox
One-of-a-kind R&B; group Naturally 7 beatboxes an orchestra's worth of ...
One-of-a-kind R&B; group Naturally 7 beatboxes an orchestra's worth of instruments to groove through their smooth single, "Fly Baby."
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Sarah Jones: A one-woman global village
In this hilariously lively performance, actress Sarah Jones channels an ...
In this hilariously lively performance, actress Sarah Jones channels an opinionated elderly Jewish woman, a fast-talking Dominican college student and more, giving TED2009 just a sample of her spectacular character range.
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Eric Lewis: Piano jazz that rocks
Eric Lewis, an astonishingly talented crossover jazz pianist -- seen ...
Eric Lewis, an astonishingly talented crossover jazz pianist -- seen by many for the first time at TED2009 -- sets fire to the keys with his shattering rendition of Evanescence's chart-topper, "Going Under."
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Jose Antonio Abreu: The El Sistema music revolution
Jose Antonio Abreu is the charismatic founder of a youth ...
Jose Antonio Abreu is the charismatic founder of a youth orchestra system that has transformed thousands of kids' lives in Venezuela. Here he shares his amazing story and unveils a TED Prize wish that could have a big impact in the US and beyond.
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David Holt: The joyful tradition of mountain music
Folk musician and storyteller David Holt plays the banjo and ...
Folk musician and storyteller David Holt plays the banjo and shares photographs and old wisdom from the Appalachian Mountains. He also demonstrates some unusual instruments like the mouth bow -- and a surprising electric drum kit he calls "thunderwear."
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James Burchfield: Playing invisible turntables
Human beatbox James "AudioPoet" Burchfield performs an intricate three-minute breakdown ...
Human beatbox James "AudioPoet" Burchfield performs an intricate three-minute breakdown -- sexy, propulsive hip-hop rhythms and turntable textures -- all using only his voice.
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Einstein the Parrot: A talking, squawking parrot
This whimsical wrap-up of TED2006 -- presented by Einstein, the ...
This whimsical wrap-up of TED2006 -- presented by Einstein, the African grey parrot, and her trainer, Stephanie White -- simply tickles. Watch for the moment when Einstein has a moment with Al Gore.
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John Q. Walker: Great piano performances, recreated
Imagine hearing great, departed pianists play again today, just as ...
Imagine hearing great, departed pianists play again today, just as they would in person. John Q. Walker demonstrates how recordings can be analyzed for precise keystrokes and pedal motions, then played back on computer-controlled grand pianos.
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Keith Barry: Brain magic
First, Keith Barry shows us how our brains can fool ...
First, Keith Barry shows us how our brains can fool our bodies -- in a trick that works via podcast too. Then he involves the audience in some jaw-dropping (and even a bit dangerous) feats of brain magic.
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Raul Midon: "Peace on Earth"
Guitarist and singer Raul Midon plays "Everybody" and "Peace on ...
Guitarist and singer Raul Midon plays "Everybody" and "Peace on Earth" during his 2007 set at TED.
