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Theremin methods and exercises by different master teachers

About Theremin

The theremin was invented by Russian physicist Lev Theremin in 1919 and became the first electronic musical instrument that had a career...

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Instruments

There are numerous theremin designs available today, currently produced or second hand. They differ by many criteria: prise, quality, age, popularity, more...

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Useful links

Links that may help you by learning the theremin

Terry Bowler explains how the theremin works

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Well being tips

Musical performance involves not only technical practice, but also other important life skills. The following advice may be helpful. Terry Bowler, the...

WIlco Botermans plays theremins at Theremin Academy in Lippstadt

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Theremin technical tips

Wilco Botermans shares his knowledge on theremin amplification, grounding, weird sounds, and other common technical issues. Wilco Botermans’ info

Leonardo Music Journal n. 6, 1996. Special section dedicated to Leon Theremin

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Leonardo Music Journal 1996. Leon Theremin, Pioneer of Electronic Art

Special Section of Leonardo Journal Vol. 6, 1996, pp. 45-84, the MIT Press: Leon Theremin, Pioneer of Electronic Art, dedicated to the...

Lydia Kavina at tVox theremin, reading music

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Theremin repertoire

The theremin repertoire is quite large. In earlier times, there was a belief that the theremin was only suitable for lyrical, slow...

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Theremini and Claravox.

Roy Palmer explains settings, software, and updates. How to switch on Midi on your ClaravoxWatch this video on YouTube reseting your claravoxWatch...

Juliet Shaw playing the theremin in 1930s

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Juliet Shaw legacy project

Juliet Shaw was one among a scant handful of the first-generation thereminists. Sandra Shaw Murphy and thereminist Kip Rosser created The Juliet...

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Technical advice

Articles and videos about different technical aspects of theremin instruments. Thierry Frenkel: The voice of the Theremin II The voice of the...

Ilia Smirnoff learning the theremin at Lydia Kavina's Masterclass in Moscow Rodchenko School of Media art

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The History of Theremin Teaching and Playing Techniques

The Theremin playing technique is unique, having developed in its own distinctive way. A pivotal moment in its history occurred when the...

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Composing for Theremin

Recommendations for composers. How to write for the theremin. There are not too many rules how to write for the theremin. Mainly,...