: Edgard Varèse

Poème électronique
is the first, electronic-spatial environment to combine architecture, film, light and music to a total experience made to functions in time and space. Under the direction of Le Corbusier, Iannis Xenaki's concept and geometry designed the World's Fair exhibition space adhering to mathematical functions. Edgard Varèse composed the both concrete and vocal music which enhanced dynamic, light and image projections conceived by Le Corbusier.
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Electronic music genius Edgard Varèse’s 1958 animated film, created for the World’s Fair at Brussels. Frank Zappa was such a fan of Varèse, Frank’s 15th birthday present from his mom was being allowed to give him a phone call.
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foto : "Poème électronique" Philips Pavilion, 1958
Le Corbusier; Iannis Xenakis; Edgard Varèse
Poème électronique (sketch)
© Le Corbusier; Iannis Xenakis; Edgard Varèse
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