Edgard Varèse: Ionisation
The sheet music for Edgard Varèse's "Ionisation" (1931), his composition for thirteen percussionists, and one of the first concert hall compositions solely for percussion ensemble. It was debuted in 1933 at Carnegie Chapter Hall, an annex to New York City's renowned Carnegie Hall. It is also perhaps Varèse's most famous piece, and is said to have inspired Frank Zappa to pursue a career in music. Varèse also become known as the "father of electronic music" for his use of new instruments and electronic elements in his music. Published by Henry.....
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