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Isao Tomita

(1932–2016) Composer Japan

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Isao Tomita was a composer from Japan, best known for Kōwan kinō no kadai to tenbō.

Quick Facts About Isao Tomita

Born
April 22, 1932
Died
May 5, 2016
Nationality
Japan
Profession
Composer
Notable works
Kōwan kinō no kadai to tenbō

About Isao Tomita

Isao Tomita was a Japanese composer regarded as one of the pioneers of electronic music and space music as well as one of the most famous producers of analog synthesizer arrangements. In addition to creating note-by-note realizations, Tomita made extensive use of the sound-design capabilities of his instrument, using synthesizers to create new sounds to accompany and enhance his electronic realizations of acoustic instruments. He also made effective use of analog music sequencers and the Mellotron, and featured futuristic science-fiction themes, while laying the foundations for synth-pop music and trance-like rhythms. Many of his albums are electronic versions and adaptations of familiar classical music pieces. He received four Grammy Award nominations for his 1974 album based on music by Claude Debussy, Snowflakes Are Dancing.

Biography source: Wikipedia

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