I have just begun a work in which an important part is given to a large chorus and with it I want to use several of your instruments – augmenting their range as in those I used for my Equatorial – especially in the high range.
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There is no avant-garde: only some people a bit behind.
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Birth: | 22nd December, 1883 |
Death: | 6th November, 1965 |
Nationality: | American |
Profession: | Composer |
Edgard Victor Achille Charles Varèse was born in Paris, France. He was a French-born American composer. He is known for his sonic experimentation and immense passion for electronic instruments. Because of his talent for music and keen interest in research and experiments with taped music, Varese is regarded as the most innovative composer of his time. His passion for using new instruments and creating electronic music earned him the title of the “Father of Electronic Music”.
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