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Originally created from an attempt to build a proximity sensor in 1920′s Russia, Professor Léon Theremin’s musical instrument, called the theremin has been considered one of the first electronic instruments. Utilizing metal antennae to pick up the postion of the player’s hands (or other appendages) to control the frequency and volume of the electronic oscillator which is then amplified and put through speakers for all to hear.
In the 1930′s Theremin moved to the United States and began performing concerts with the theremin and other electronic music instruments he made to rapturous audiences. He also has the distinct honor of being the first electronic musician to perform at Carnegie Hall. Below is a clip from Esther Shub’s 1932 film “Komsomol: Patron of Electrification” which demonstrates one of the earliest uses of the theremin in film.
The theremin has been used in countless films as it’s unique tone worked well for many science-fiction and horror movies. Amidst its filmic and concert work the theremin has been an interesting and integral instrument, but its creator did face his some major misfortune. Click to see more… »
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