Now, it's been a while since I've seen the docu-flick, but I do remember
being left a bit cold by it. I was hoping for more of a broader
perspective, one which would relate the unique instrument to the slowly
building movement (in disparate elements) that was modern electronic music.
Instead, the focus was on the plight of this one man and the effect he
rendered on his close circle of associates. Yes, testimony and opinions
were solicited from a handful of modern musicians (Brian 'whoops, I left my
brain somewhere over the last breaker' Wilson's comments being the most
entertaining), but these were marginal tidbits utilized to fill space.
Let's face it, the theremin is a weird-sounding instrument (very cheeky). I
would rather hear more details about the motivation which inspired its
construction than listen to countless pieces involving its integration in
typical ensemble settings.
I could be way off base thanks to the ravages of time. Plus, I remember
being tired when watching it. Could someone convince me I am misled and
primed for a second viewing? In fact, can anyone recommend any existing
works (on video) highlighting early futurist music and folks such as Edgar
Varese?
Rusty
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