Tank Riot - Episode 48: Leon Theremin
Leon Theremin, inventor of the Theremin, has a big impact on music and the world of spies ... Robert Moog, Clara Rockmore, Lydia Kavina, the KGB and Stalin! Listen for more!
March 21, 200856m 38s
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Show Notes
The Tank Team probes the life and inventions of Leon Theremin. While most noted for the electronic musical instrument named after him, we further discuss his life of intrigue, his other inventions and his impact on other inventors. From stunning stage performances to high tech spying involving the KGB and Stalin, Theremin lived a life scripted for Hollywood. We synthesize his influence on Robert Moog and music. Additionally, we look at Theremin artists Clara Rockmore and Lydia Kavina. All this, viewer mail, and more!
Topics
LeonThereminmusicalinstrumentspyingKGBStalinsynthesizerRobertMoogClaraRockmoreLydiaKavina