Theremin: The instrument that defined classic sci-fi & horror

Theremin: The instrument that defined classic sci-fi & horror

Twenty Thousand Hertz

If you've ever watched an old sci-fi or horror film, you've probably heard the hair-tingling, alien sounds of the Theremin. It's a spooky, strange instrument that's played without being touched, and has become a staple for classic horror movies. This is the story of the Theremin's mysterious journey. Featuring Thereminist Rob Schwimmer, Michelle Moog-Koussa, daughter of Bob Moog and Executive Director of the Bob Moog Foundation, and Albert Glinsky, courtesy of Moog Music


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Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: https://www.20k.org/episodes/leontheremin

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