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Pamelia Weaves the Theremin
The theremin was one of the first electronic instruments developed in the early 20th Century. It is played without touching; the performer moves their hands in the vicinity of two antennas, controlling pitch and volume. Theremins are enjoying a renaissance these days, and one of the finest of the new batch of players is Pamelia Kurstin. Pamelia joins host David Garland to talk a little about her instrument, but mostly to play it. She'll create some multi-layered improvisations in the WNYC studio, using digital delay to weave theremin lines into an extraordinary sonic tapestry. Also on the program, new music from Brokeback, Mileece, and more.
Pamelia Kurstin performs at PS1 on Saturday, February 1. More information
David Garland on the Web
All About the WNYC Music Host
David Garland, host of WNYC's Evening Music and Spinning on Air, is also a composer and a performer. He has performed his music extensively in the U.S. and Europe and several of his recordings and downloads are available on his Web site, DavidGarland.com.
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