30 December 2025
19:40
photo of suzanne ciani taken from: https://www.wfyi.org/programs/cultural-manifesto/radio/hoosier-sisters-with-transistors
In this programme, I, Lina, take you on a musical journey of discovery through the fascinating world of electronic music. Together, we explore the history and groundbreaking works of women who have shaped and revolutionised this art form.
From the first electronic sounds of the theremin to modern, AI-supported soundscapes, we will immerse ourselves in the stories of extraordinary artists: Johanna Magdalena Beyer, Clara Rockmore, Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, Wendy Carlos, Suzanne Ciani, Laurie Spiegel and many more. With their creativity and innovative power, they have opened up new dimensions of sound, developed technologies and redefined the boundaries of music.
Be inspired by their sounds and stories and discover how electronic music became what it is today. A programme full of extraordinary sounds, visionary ideas and impressive women.
Tune in and join us on a journey through the world of the pioneers of electronic music!
This radio show was made in febuary 2025 for the indipendent radio Helsinki.
Pieces played (in order):
From the first electronic sounds of the theremin to modern, AI-supported soundscapes, we will immerse ourselves in the stories of extraordinary artists: Johanna Magdalena Beyer, Clara Rockmore, Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, Wendy Carlos, Suzanne Ciani, Laurie Spiegel and many more. With their creativity and innovative power, they have opened up new dimensions of sound, developed technologies and redefined the boundaries of music.
Be inspired by their sounds and stories and discover how electronic music became what it is today. A programme full of extraordinary sounds, visionary ideas and impressive women.
Tune in and join us on a journey through the world of the pioneers of electronic music!
This radio show was made in febuary 2025 for the indipendent radio Helsinki.
Pieces played (in order):
- Wendy Carlos, Main title (the shining)
- Johanna M Beyer, Music of the spheres
- Clara Rockmore plays Valse Sentimentale, Op. 51, No. 6 by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
- Daphne Oram, Tumblewash
- Delia Derbyshire, Doctor Who (original theme music)
- Maryanne Amacher, Chorale 1
- Éliane Radigue, Kyema (Intermediate States)
- Annea Lockwood, Water Gong
- Wendy Carlos, Title song from A Clockwork Orange
- Suzanne Ciani, Pop Pour Coca (Cola Logo)
- Suzanne Ciani, Improvisation on 4 Sequences (live Tivoli Vredenburg Utrecht)
- Laurie Spiegel, Sediment
- Holly Herndon, Godmother
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