Monday, May 4, 2009

Documentary piece on Clara Rockmore, Theremin virtuoso

Greetings,

In her own words, a brief history of Clara Rockmore's life with the Theremin. Also discussion with electronic music experts Robert Moog and Thomas Ray.

This is a wonderful tale of "crisis equals opportunity" When she ceased playing the violin because of advancing arthritis, Clara finds the perfect outlet for her artistry.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bm-rnbupIjk
Fascinating!

For your amusement there is a link to a computerized thermin simulator in the Playground at my website: On the swingset, click on "spnm playground", then Clara.

Enjoy!

Catherine

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