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Bohemian Cristal Instrument - glass release and a light show

Help us to develop a new immersive interactive light show for the show with a unique instrument from glass and also, to produce a glass format of UNICODE EP by Bohemian Cristal Instrument.

EUR 344
pledged of EUR 1,979

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17% completed

12 contributors pledged

Music

Praha, Hlavní město Praha, Česko

All or nothing. Project finished on Jun 2, 2019 at 11:55.

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What is our goal?

Our goal is to complete an interactive and immersive light show for
future Bohemian Cristal Instrument concerts and to prepare a unique
sound and visual concert experience for you. At the same time, you
will help us to create an original sound medium made of glass, for our
debut UNICODE EP, which so far has only been released digitally. 

Bohemian Cristal Instrument is an independent music project, entirely financed by the author.

Without your help, we would not be able to bring the immersive light show to life neither

produce more pieces of the unique glass format of UNICODE EP. 

In detail

Bohemian Cristal Instrument is the first sound sculpture of Cristal
Baschet in the Czech Republic, and the only one of its design in the
world.

During her stay in Barcelona, Lenka met Martí Ruiz of Metaludic
Baschet Studio, who are the direct descendants of the Baschet
brothers, the original Baschet instrument makers. For the
International Glass Symposium IGS 2012 in Nový Bor, Lenka designed the
first Czech Cristal Baschet instrument. It was also built here, and
thus was given the name Bohemian Cristal Instrument.

On their adventurous journey together, Lenka and BCI have already
appeared at the prestigious American TEDx Talk, performed at Colors of
Ostrava in collaboration with William Close and his Earth Harp,
represented the Czech Republic at the Eurosonic Festival (Europe's
largest showcase festival), and their acoustic video from the
Californian desert went viral, reaching 2 million people worldwide.

Nowadays, while Lenka resides partly in Los Angeles and partly in Prague,

the project has grown to incorporate a whole band, in which BCI is complemented by live drums and synthesizers.

At the same time, Lenka is working on a light show with her team of collaborators.

It will combine interactive laser mapping and the light properties of

glass to create a mesmerizing, hypnotic concert experience.

Artist's quote


"The Bohemian Cristal Instrument is not just a musical instrument for
me. It is a headstrong, living entity. In our cooperation, I consider
myself a kind of medium interpreting between the instrument and the
audience. I try to stay out of the way as much as possible to give the instrument the space to get fully expressed while building new universe around it," says Lenka Morávková.


Who are we?

The Bohemian Cristal Instrument project is closely connected to the
glassmaking region of Jablonec in the Czech Republic, where Lenka hails from. A few years
ago, she produced several striking new media installations based on
the sound of local factories in the time of their deepest decline
('Glass leaked from a cracked tub', 'It is not a very pleasant sound',
the album 'GLASS IS NOT THAT'). The glass sound of BCI is a
continuation of her work with the local tradition of Czech glass,
which in this project offers a unique sonic form and combines
tradition and futurism in one.

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  • sold 2
    Thank-you note on social media

    Every penny counts, and you do not have to empty your bank account to support us. Contribute a symbolic amount and aside from feeling good about yourself, I will also thank you personally on the website, Instagram and Facebook.

    Reward delivery: in a quarter after the Hithit project end

    EUR 5.94
    (CZK 150)

  • sold 0
    Badge

    Get a angular badge of your choice to pin it to whatever you want. You can pick from three different designs, find them in our photogallery on this fundraiser website. We will send it right to your home adresse, shipping worldwide included or pick up at the studio in Prague or LA. 

    Reward delivery: on address, in a quarter after the Hithit project end

    EUR 9.90
    (CZK 250)

  • sold 3
    Postcard from the tour and other adventures

    The BCI and I love to travel and we spend a lot of time on the road – heading to our shows, conferences, workshops, art talks and so on. The Californian desert, Indonesia, Spain, Bohemian Paradise... If you want to transport yourself to one of these places and read a bizarre or romantic anecdote from out here, this is the right perk for you.

    Reward delivery: on address, in a month after the Hithit project end

    EUR 11.87
    (CZK 300)

  • sold 0
    Backpack or a shoulder bag

    A backpack or a shoulder bag with the design of your choice (EP cover or logo). 
    Find them in our photogallery on this fundraiser website. We will send it right to your home adresse, shipping worldwide included. You can also pick it up in the studio in Prague and Los Angeles. 

    Reward delivery: on address, in a month after the Hithit project end

    EUR 17.81
    (CZK 450)

  • sold 1
    Acoustic outdoor concert

    Wait for it! You’ll receive an advance invitation to a secret acoustic concert to take place in a beautiful outdoor location. You get a welcome drink, will witness the concert, we will have a chat afterwards and you will also get to play the instrument by yourself!

    Reward delivery: on address, in half a year after the Hithit project end

    EUR 27.71
    (CZK 700)

  • sold 2
    ​EP UNICODE made of glass

    Yes, this is the very same glass music object mentioned in the video. Hot from the furnace of the Jablonec glassworks, it comes with a very special dedication just for you and will be delivered directly to your address, shipping worldwide included.

    Reward delivery: on address, in a quarter after the Hithit project end

    EUR 29.69
    (CZK 750)

  • sold 1
    VIP entrance to a concert of your choice

    Are you curious to see us prepare for a concert? See how we handle stage fright, tease each other, but also experience the friendly backstage vibe? Let us invite you to backstage, have a welcome drink, watch the concert preparations and then witness the entire concert from the wings. You will certainly come away with some amazing pictures and videos with the instrument, and you will also get the chance to play right on stage, illuminated by lasers and lights.

    Reward delivery: in a year after the Hithit project end

    EUR 31.66
    (CZK 800)

  • remaining 7 from 10
    Coffee or lunch

    Time to come clean! I really love chatting, meeting new people and hearing their stories. We can go grab a coffee and talk music, sounds, relationships, travelling... whatever you want. Or we can go for a meal to your favourite place! I love eating out and discovering new places. But be warned, it may so happen that what we tell each other might reappear in some future song.

    Reward delivery: in a quarter after the Hithit project end

    EUR 59.37
    (CZK 1,500)

  • sold 0
    A postcard from each concert location on the 2019 tour

    If you would like to create a little collection of travel postcards from our tour, choose this perk and receive a postcard from each location in which we will perform with the BCI in 2019. It will be inscribed with a short story, anecdote, or poem and a warm greeting. I have already started  to collect postcards on this American tour, so rest assured that you will get to see plenty of interesting places.

    Reward delivery: on address, in a year after the Hithit project end

    EUR 98.95
    (CZK 2,500)

  • sold 0
    A lecture about the Baschet brothers' work and the BCI

    Are you interested in the history of musical instruments of the Baschet brothers and their experimental sculptures, such as the BCI? Listen to a lecture about their philosophy of life and creation, take a look at some rare photos and watch videos from MOMA, the Olympic Games in Mexico and the World EXPO in Osaka. Moreover, you'll get to know how they managed survive their American tour thanks to their abundant supplies of good wine and even brought about a change in US legislation.

    Reward delivery: in a quarter after the Hithit project end

    EUR 118.74
    (CZK 3,000)

  • remaining 10 from 10
    Laser wristband

    Stand out! Do you want have the same laser wristband as I do and rock it at the parties? We will give away limited edition of these laser wristbands turned into a design art piece for your wrist. They are totally safe, have an easy switch on/off function, external battery power source with no cables attached and programmed to a pulsing light. You get to also choose from colour of the laser and design! All custom based in collaboration with my light designer. Worldwide shipping included. 

    Reward delivery: on address, in half a year after the Hithit project end

    EUR 118.74
    (CZK 3,000)

  • sold 0
    One-on-one with the BCI

    Would you like to come to my home studio in Prague or Los Angeles and try the glass instrument for yourself? Shoot a couple of amazing videos and pictures, try out various playing techniques: start by using mallets and move onto looping or even processing! Sing into a wireless microphone and run your voice through some interesting effects! Let's spend an hour with the BCI instrument and let your creativity run loose! And what's more, we can even record it!

    Reward delivery: in a quarter after the Hithit project end

    EUR 158.32
    (CZK 4,000)

  • sold 0
    Workshop for kids and adults with the BCI

    If you are intrigued & would love to find out more about how the BCI works and also want to get acquainted with other sound pioneers and their inventions as well as the particulars of sound (re)production of, both classical and experimental instruments, this is the right reward for you! Get ready for an interactive workshop with the BCI, which will going to be both entertaining and educational for you and your kids alike.

    Reward delivery: in a quarter after the Hithit project end

    EUR 197.90
    (CZK 5,000)

  • remaining 5 from 5
    ​Vocals and BCI for your song

    Do you feel that the sound of the Bohemian Cristal Instrument or my voice are just what your song needs? If so, don’t hesitate. Working with other people on their music is one of my dearest passions and I will happily take a break from myself and focus on your project for a change.

    Reward delivery: in a quarter after the Hithit project end

    EUR 395.80
    (CZK 10,000)

  • remaining 20 from 20
    Acoustic house concert

    If you don't feel like going out, we can come to your place! Invite us over to your house, garden, ranch or a blooming meadow where we will stage a private acoustic concert for your ears only and what’s more, you will get to play the instrument as well! And as a gift, you will get the glass format of UNICODE EP. 

    Reward delivery: on address, in half a year after the Hithit project end

    EUR 395.80
    (CZK 10,000)

  • remaining 5 from 5
    BCI for your movie soundtrack

    Would you love to hear the sound of the Bohemian Cristal Instrument on the soundtrack for your  film, documentary or animated film? Let's make it happen! We can either record your own musical score or create our own original soundtrack. When it comes to cooperation, the sky is the limit. The reward is for aprox. 15 of a movie. 

    Reward delivery: in half a year after the Hithit project end

    EUR 791.61
    (CZK 20,000)

  • remaining 10 from 10
    House concert – solo with light show

    We will bring the basic sound and light equipment, the BCI and my humble self to your place and turn your home into a cosy concert hall. Looping, effects, lights and even a laser on a request … Whatever your eyes & ears desire! Plus you get the glass UNICODE EP as a gift.

    Reward delivery: in half a year after the Hithit project end

    EUR 989.51
    (CZK 25,000)

  • remaining 10 from 10
    Home concert with the whole band and light show

    For those of you who like to go full on and can cope with pure female energy! The whole band – me & BCI, a great drummer and  synth player, a sound engineer, technician + the LASER! A music festival experience right in your own home! Plus you get the glass UNICODE EP as a gift.

    Reward delivery: in half a year after the Hithit project end

    EUR 1,979.02
    (CZK 50,000)

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