Sisters with Transistors

"Sisters with Transistors" is a documentary that delves into the untold history of women in electronic music. The film features rare testimonies and archive footage of pioneering female composers who defied the male-dominated traditional music scene and found creative freedom through machines. Narrated by Laurie Anderson, the documentary showcases the stories of ten women who transformed the sound of music, including Maryanne Amacher, Bebe Barron, Suzanne Ciani, Delia Derbyshire, Pauline Oliveros, Daphne Oram, Éliane Radigue, Clara Rockmore, Wendy Carlos, and Laurie Spiegel. Their innovative use of technology and unique approaches to composition paved the way for modern electronic music, and their legacy continues to resonate through the music industry today.

You can stream Sisters with Transistors on: Apple TV

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