From The First Electronic Music Pioneers And Instruments To Modern Day Edm And

History of Electronic Music: From the First Electronic Music Pioneers and Instruments to Modern Day EDM and Sound Art

by M S CROSS

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Electronic music has a long and storied history, dating back to the early days of the 20th century. From the first experiments with electronic sound generation to the development of modern electronic dance music (EDM),the genre has evolved dramatically. In this article, we will explore the history of electronic music, from its humble beginnings to the present day.

The Early Years

The first experiments with electronic sound generation began in the late 19th century. In 1876, Elisha Gray invented the musical telegraph, which could transmit simple melodies over telegraph wires. In 1897, Thaddeus Cahill developed the telharmonium, a massive electromechanical instrument that could produce a wide range of sounds.

However, it was not until the early 20th century that electronic music began to come into its own. In 1919, Léon Theremin invented the theremin, an electronic instrument that is played by waving one's hands in the air. In the 1920s, Russian composer Alexander Mosolov used electronic instruments in his composition "The Iron Foundry." In the 1930s, French composer Edgard Varèse experimented with electronic sound in his work "Poème électronique."

The Post-War Years

After World War II, electronic music began to flourish. In 1948, Pierre Schaeffer founded the Groupe de Recherches Musicales (GRM) in Paris. The GRM was a pioneering center for electronic music research and composition. In the 1950s, Karlheinz Stockhausen and other German composers began to experiment with electronic music. In the 1960s, electronic music became increasingly popular in the United States, thanks to the work of composers such as John Cage and Morton Subotnick.

The Development Of EDM

In the 1970s, electronic music began to take on a more dance-oriented sound. In 1975, Giorgio Moroder released "I Feel Love," which is considered to be one of the first disco songs. In the 1980s, the rise of hip-hop and house music led to the development of EDM. EDM is a broad genre that encompasses a wide range of styles, including techno, trance, house, and dubstep.

The Modern Era

In the 1990s, EDM began to achieve mainstream success. In 1991, The Prodigy released their album "Experience," which was a critical and commercial success. In 1995, DJ Sasha released his album "Northern Exposure," which helped to popularize trance music. In the 2000s, EDM continued to grow in popularity, thanks to the rise of electronic dance music festivals. Today, EDM is one of the most popular genres of music in the world.

Electronic music has come a long way since its humble beginnings in the late 19th century. Today, it is one of the most popular and influential genres of music in the world. From the first experiments with electronic sound generation to the development of modern EDM, the genre has evolved dramatically. This article has provided a brief overview of the history of electronic music. For more information, please consult the resources listed below.

Resources

* The History of Electronic Music by Peter Shapiro * Electronic Music Pioneers by Thom Holmes * The Oxford Handbook of Electronic Music by Thomas Synnamon

History of Electronic Music: From the First Electronic Music Pioneers and Instruments to Modern Day EDM and Sound Art

by M S CROSS

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Language	:	English
File size	:	824 KB
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