The Well-Tempered Synthesizer
Wendy Carlos · 1969
48 min · 14 tracks · electronic
A groundbreaking fusion of classical compositions and innovative electronic soundscapes created using early synthesizers.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic exploration of soundscapes
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- thoughtful headphone detail hunting
- curious minds seeking innovation
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward structures
- avoid lengthy experimental pieces
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1969, 'The Well-Tempered Synthesizer' was Wendy Carlos's debut album and marked a pivotal moment in her career as she transitioned from traditional music to electronic experimentation. This album followed her work on the soundtrack for 'A Clockwork Orange', solidifying her role as a pioneer in electronic music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Isao Tomita· Klaus Schulze· Jean-Michel Jarre
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Orfeo Suite 3:22
- 2 Sonata in G major, L. 209/K. 455 1:42
- 3 Sonata in D major, L. 164/K. 491 3:54
- 4 Water Music: Bourrée 0:48
- 5 Water Music: Air 2:46
- 6 Water Music: Allegro deciso 3:01
- 7 Sonata in E major, L. 430/K. 531 1:55
- 8 Sonata in D major, L. 465/K. 96 2:30
- 9 Brandenburg Concerto no. 4, BWV 1049: I. Allegro 8:05
- 10 Brandenburg Concerto no. 4, BWV 1049: II. Andante 3:36
- 11 Brandenburg Concerto no. 4, BWV 1049: III. Presto 4:46
- 12 Domine ad adjuvandum (from the 1610 Vespers) 2:21
- 13 Stereo Alignment Tones 0:10
- 14 Well‐Tempered Experiments 9:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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