HOWA EP 135 - SUZANNE CIANI
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Jan 28, 2025 In a captivating discussion, Suzanne Ciani, a pioneering electronic music artist, shares insights from her groundbreaking career. She reflects on her early experiences with psychedelics and how they shape her creativity. The conversation meanders through topics like her inventive album "Seven Waves" and the eccentricities of Don Buchla's synthesizers. Amidst sounds of her snoring cat, Ciani passionately connects tennis to her music-making process, exploring the harmony between sports and creativity. A unique glimpse into the mind of a musical innovator!
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Eternal Sound
- Early synthesizers offered a new dimension of eternal and consistent sound, unlike human-produced music.
- This rhythmic security and infinite nature appealed to Suzanne and influenced her approach to music.
Raymond Scott and Motown
- Raymond Scott, commissioned to create an electronic instrument for Motown, faced pushback from musicians.
- Suzanne acknowledges Scott's innovative ideas and passion for machines but didn't connect emotionally with his music.
Don Buchla and Tennis
- Don Buchla primarily considered himself a musician, creating music for personal expression.
- Suzanne's routine revolves around tennis, which she finds to be a source of joy and focus.
