(CBS News) Nothing says Halloween quite like the weird sounds of the Theremin . . . tricky to play, but a treat when done well. With Faith Salie now we'll give it a listen: It just might be world's ...

Discover the fascinating world of the theremin, an enchanting electronic instrument played without touch, invented by Leon ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Even if you’re not familiar with the theremin itself, it’s very ...

From its chance 1920s invention in Russia, the theremin beguiled Hollywood and sparked a musical revolution, writes Norman Miller. The theremin sometimes seems like an instrument from Earth’s future ...

2020 marks the 100th anniversary of the Theremin. It was way back in 1920 that Lev Sergeyevich Termen, better known as Leon Theremin in the west, first demonstrated one of the most important ...

The physicist Lev Sergeyevich Termen may not be a household name, but the eerie sounds of the synthesizer he invented are instantly recognizable. Now Dubreq is inviting music makers to wave their arms ...

Invented by accident in the 1920s, the unusual electronic instrument is hard to master but offers an enticing reward: freedom. Invented by accident in the 1920s, the unusual electronic instrument is ...

Of all the musical instruments created over time, the theremin is certainly one of the most intriguing. It almost seems like magic the way the device reacts to moving hands closer and farther away ...

When the Houston Ballet opens its season on Sept. 6, with "The Little Mermaid", there will be an unusual instrument in the orchestra pit. The theremin, which famed music critic Harold C. Schonberg ...

Taylor Swift and Jason Derulo may have contributed songs to the Cats soundtrack, but perhaps the producers should have just had this actual cat score the film. In a video shared by DJ and record label ...

The Claravox Centennial looks like a fitting tribute for the 100th anniversary of Leon Theremin's invention. It's up for pre-order from today for US$1,499, with shipping expected to start in December.