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Notable Thereminists
Believe it or not, beautiful and creative music can be played on the theremin, as these performers have shown us. Learn more about these theremin celebrities by clicking on the links below...
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Links: Armen Ra - Submitted by Jason, 1/15/2010
Armen Ra is an Armenian artist and performer born in Tehran Iran. Raised by a concert pianist mother, and aunt a renowned opera singer and Ikebana master, it was no surprise that Armen flourished, not only as one of New York's leading aesthetes, but also as a self-taught master of the theremin . By combining both the visual and aural aspects of his craft, Armen Ra has developed an art form that is truly his own and is something quite amazing to behold. Fusing Armenian folk music with modern instrumentation, along with melodic lounge standard's and classical arias.His unique and elegant recitals transport the listener to a time and place of beauty, emotional healing, and of course sacred glamour. The 2002 interview by Marc Urselli-Schaerer with Armen Ra is available at Chaindlk.com
Barbara Buchholz - Submitted by Jason, 2/25/2005
A professional thereminist from Germany, Barbara has released several albums and has studied and played with Lydia Kavina.
Bud Averill - Submitted by Jason, 2/25/2005
Owner of Bud Averill's Paradise Cafe, Bud used to entertain his patrons with a little theremin playing from time to time.
Carolina Eyck - Submitted by Jason, 2/25/2005
A young thereminist from Germany studying under Lydia Kavina.
Charles Richard Lester, Thereminist - Submitted by Guest, 11/5/2006
Mr. Lester is a busy and active Los Angeles based thereminist, having played a wide variety of live and recorded performances since beginning with the instrument in 1995. He is a member of Professional Musicians, Local 46.
Clara Rockmore - Submitted by Jason, 4/14/2006
The world's greatest theremin player. Clara is an inspiration to nearly every thereminist. Her work, "The Art of the Theremin" is considered a masterpiece.
Dorit Chrysler - Submitted by Guest, 4/15/2005
Dorit is a busy woman! Not only does she play theremin, guitar, and keyboards, but she sings, composes, and produces as well! Her website features music samples, photos, news, and upcoming concert/tour dates.
Eri - Submitted by Jason, 7/11/2007
An up-and-coming Moog endorsed thereminist from Japan
Eric Ross - Submitted by Jason, 7/19/2007
Avante Garde thereminist extrodinaire!
Ernesto Mendoza - Submitted by Guest, 11/5/2006
Ernesto Mendoza is until now, the one and only theremin player in México. His performances include traditional and classic Mexican music as well another "all time" pieces. He travels around the country to promote Theremin.
Fabio Pesce / Effebit - Submitted by effebit, 10/17/2008
italian thereminist/multi instrumental known for his HSTheremin tecniques (High speed theremin).
H. Whipple Abbot - Submitted by Jason, 7/19/2007
Mr. Abbot was a travelling thereminist from the Boston area.
Kevin Kissinger - Submitted by Guest, 7/11/2007
Kevin Kissinger Professional Thereminist.
Kevin Kissinger is a thereminist based in Kansas City, Mo. His multi-track theremin transcriptions include works by Bach, Franck, and Byrd. Kevin's original compositions for Theremin are all written out works that utilize solo theremin, multi-track synthesizers, and most recently, computer-based live-looping technology. Kevin's theremin performances are frequently featured on the "Spellbound" program. Trained as a classical organist (BMus and AAGO degrees) Kevin's theremin work is informed from both classical and modern idioms.
Kip Rosser - Submitted by Guest, 9/25/2005
Having received his formal training in theatre, his performances often transcend the standard recital format, making for unique events that combine genre-hopping music (from classical to jazz to popular and back again), stories, full-length stage productions, audience participation, and performance art. An ever growing collection of his theremin animations lives at Daily Dose
Lucie Rosen - Submitted by Jason, 2/25/2005
Benefactor to Lev Theremin's research and prominent theremin player in her day.
Lydia Kavina - Submitted by Jason, 2/25/2005
Lydia Kavina is Leon Theremin's great niece and last protege. She currently teaches theremin in Moscow.
Masami Takeuchi - Submitted by Jason, 1/15/2006
Masami Takeuchi is Japan's first professional thereminst. He trained in Russia under Lydia Kavina and has collaborated with countless artists.
Pamelia Kurstin - Submitted by Jason, 2/25/2005
One of the most precise and talented thereminists on the planet!
Peter Pringle - Submitted by Jason, 2/25/2005
Besides being a great thereminist, Peter Pringle owns some of history's theremins. He has also produced a "how to play the theremin" DVD.
Randy George - Submitted by Dave H, 1/15/2010
Randy George was born and raised in Dallas, Texas and is one of the world's finest theremin artists. Randy holds a Bachelor of Music degree from The University of North Texas College. Randy found his true musical voice, the space controlled thereminvox. He has since dedicated himself to intensive study and development of theremin playing technique and preserving the instrument's classical heritage through performance.
Rob Schwimmer - Submitted by RSchwim, 1/15/2010
Rob Schwimmer is a composer-pianist and thereminist currently residing in Brooklyn. Rob played theremin on sci fi movie Alien Trespass and toured with Simon & Garfunkel, playing the solo to The Boxer on theremin. He has also featured theremin with his band Polygraph Lounge and on their shows with Bobby McFerrin. He is a member of the NY Theremin Society and a loon.
Sam Hoffman - Submitted by Jason, 2/25/2005
Dr. Hoffman played the theremin in many film soundtracks in the 40's, 50's, and 60's. Read all about him at Charlie Lester's excellent website.
Thomas Grillo - Submitted by omhoge, 1/15/2010
Thomas Grillo has reached far beyond his Mississpi home through the net to become one of most visible thereminists on youtube. You can find a choice selection of the videos on his site.
Thorwald Jørgensen - Submitted by galenus, 5/30/2010
This Dutch Thereminist started playing in 2008, and uses his Theremin as a classical instrument. He has performed as a soloist in several large concert halls in the Netherlands with both symphonic and wind orchestras.
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