Performance: Ben Sollee at TEDxSanDiego

Ben Sollee is proof that, as he says, a cello is not just an instrument; it's a cultural touchstone. As he and drummer Jordan Ellis play unplugged, he introduces an inspired, new musical style and tells stories of his journey touring by bicycle. He's also joined by violinist Zach Dellinger and Monarch School graduate Cynthia Valenzuela on vocals in an impromptu collaborative piece.
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[@chefbonddd]

We Frankfort folks here in Ky. are very proud of these gentlemen! They are truly lighting the way down a new path of music that has many influences while being completely new!

[@lisamarie656]

He opened for Over The Rhine in Cincinnati during Christmas. We got to the concert late and were VERY disappointed at ourselves for having done so. He was amazing and we wished we would have gotten there in time to catch his entire opening act!

[@chrisfreeman8941]

Just bought tickets to see him in Charlotte in a venue that seats about 300. Love over the Rhine, too!

[@LeDebutDeLaSuite]

I love his music and voice. I came across him a couple days ago, very grateful for it

[@banjiegirl2001]

I really enjoyed this extra special Tedtalk. I love Ben Solee's music!💕

[@KristiGay1973]

Wow!

[@3littlekittens0204]

Saw him live at LEAF. I was mesmerized by his artistic talent and performance. Definitely cream of the crop !

[@metermorphose]

🎼You're so very special🎶I love how you handle you beautiful Cello - and sing to it. Overwhelming.!

[@BuilderRadio2]

Amazing talent from both these performers. So glad I live in Kentucky so I can see them live more often!

[@AlamoCityCello]

Ben Sollee is a great musician. BRAVO!

[@beempboomp]

Everyone did so well! That Cynthia has a beautiful voice

[@herchimer]

This is the most beautiful thing I've ever heard.

[@rickjensen1635]

Just saw him at Folks Fest last weekend and he was as outstanding, as always.

[@StevenMooreGA]

Such a great vibe.... Beautiful and moving...

[@ActuallyDoubleGuitars]

I have never said this about a stranger or a musician before but I literally want to marry this guy. It was the bicycle that got me to think that in the end.

[@herchimer]

Never mind, it's "Panning for Gold" in case anyone else was curious

[@benaiah93]

I like his voice.

[@LeDebutDeLaSuite]

Same, I do too

[@Mobley827]

Good Atlanta Show! Thanks!!

[@engelbertgruber]

very cool
but unplugged? and a pedalboard that size ?

[@DCEntropy]

The 4 dislikers of this video are probably miserable humans. 🙂

[@remedy82]

"I saw God in a forest teaching Tai Chi to the trees." ... lolz

[@peterbridge9394]

4 people didn't understand.

[@YasminAnisa]

What song is he playing from 5:18-5:28 ?

[@airstrike5167]

Bach's Cello Suite No. 1

[@herchimer]

What is the name of the second song?

[@colinmeadows2264]

herchimer panning for gold ben sollee

[@gha23ify]

Bull shit.