Traditionally classical music would appear to be grounded in rigid and long-established methods of writing. More and more new composers are breaking the mould and using technology to introduce new sounds and styles. They are not fundamentally changing classical music but embracing the invention inherent in creativity. This series of podcasts takes an informal, jocund look at the evolution and influence of music technology and electronic instruments on the genre, from the 1920s to the present day.
Few composers of the 20th century can lay claim to the fame of Karlheinz Stockhausen. A fame which precedes the man and... See details
Wed, 2011-09-21 12:55
Few composers of the 20th century can lay claim to the fame of Karlheinz Stockhausen. A fame which precedes the man and his music. Stockhausen is remembered as a seminal composer of contemporary classical music, an avant-garde madman, or just simply as one of the faces on Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts...This episode takes a brief departure from classical music to look at the composer and inventor, Raymond Scott. Although... See details
Tue, 2011-05-31 18:17
This episode takes a brief departure from classical music to look at the composer and inventor, Raymond Scott. Although his background lay in jazz and swing, Raymond Scott was a brilliant sound engineer and invented countless devices and electronic instruments that are used by all genres today. He...Edgard Varese was a classical composer of few pieces but high ambition. Born in France in 1883, he had a turbulent... See details
Fri, 2011-03-18 15:46
Edgard Varese was a classical composer of few pieces but high ambition. Born in France in 1883, he had a turbulent relationship with the musical establishment. In truth, Varese did not fashion himself a composer but a worker in frequencies, rhythms, and intensities; and as such, he drew inspiration...This show explores the widely-renowned first electronic musical instrument: the theremin. Cited as ?where it all... See details
Mon, 2010-12-06 20:38
This show explores the widely-renowned first electronic musical instrument: the theremin. Cited as ?where it all began?, the theremin burst onto the scene after its near-accidental invention in 1920, and has since had an undeniable impact on musical technology. Despite this, the theremin received...