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Theremania – 17 April, South Bank Centre, London

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A day of performances, masterclasses and demonstrations with some of the UK’s leading thereminists coming together to explore and celebrate this pioneering instrument championed by Varese.

Kicking off the day is a performance by Lydia Kavina, one of the world’s leading thereminists, followed by public workshops, masterclasses and a range of performances including a giant theremin improvised jam. (the jam features Ninki V, Bruce Woolley and other SA pals).

Highlights include: Lydia Kavina (1pm); performances by Beat Frequency, Jonathan Golove and Natasha Farny on theremin cellos, Chris Conway and Alexander Thomas (1.40pm onwards); a specialist masterclass (3.40pm); a public workshop (4.45pm); and a grand finale of 21 thermeminists improvising together.

From 6.30pm onwards, there is the first chance for public to explore and enjoy the Enter the Ether installation in full.

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