Understanding the Theremin

Dorit Chrysler, a musicologist and composer, introduces herself and her work with the theremin, including founding the New York Theremin Society and Kidcoolthereminschool. She explains the theremin's uniqueness compared to traditional instruments, highlighting its creation of electromagnetic fields for pitch and volume control. The theremin is played by manipulating these fields, offering a distinct musical experience.

What is one of Dorit Chrysler's contributions to the Theremin community?

• She created a new type of Theremin.

• She founded the New York Theremin Society.

• She wrote a book about the Theremin.

• She invented the Theremin.

What makes the Theremin different from traditional musical instruments?

• It uses strings to produce sound.

• It is played by blowing air into it.

• It creates electromagnetic fields to produce sound.

• It requires a keyboard to play.

How does the pitch change when playing the Theremin?

• The pitch remains constant regardless of hand movement.

• The pitch gets higher as you move closer to the antenna.

• The pitch gets lower as you move closer to the antenna.

• The pitch changes randomly.

What happens to the volume when your hand moves away from the Theremin?

• The volume stays the same.

• The volume increases.

• The volume decreases.

• The volume becomes muted.

What analogy is used to describe finding the pitch on a Theremin?

• A bird flying in the sky.

• A cat chasing a mouse.

• A fish swimming in the ocean.

• A bumblebee buzzing around a flower.

What is the primary focus when playing the Theremin?

• Pressing keys on a keyboard.

• Sculpting sound with pitch and volume.

• Using a bow to play.

• Reading sheet music.