In this episode of Stereothematica, Christina and Christine get into the fascinating world of unusual instruments in everyday band lineups. Now, what counts as “unusual” can vary depending on where you’re from, who you are, and what you like, but whatever your story, it’s always exciting to hear musicians expand their sound with something unexpected.

Videos:

The Octopus Project: I Saw The Bright Shinies (2007)

The Beatles: Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite! (1967)

Extras:

Teen Age Message (first theremin concert for extraterrestrials)

Butterfly in the Sky (documentary promo video)

I Saw The Bright Shinies (LIVE)

Austin Psych Fest

John Cage's 4’ 33 performed by Berlin Philharmonic and Musical Instrument Museum

A brief history of the harmonium

A longer history of the harmonium

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