Else Marie Pade

Danish composer and electronic music pioneer

Else Marie Pade - Danish composer and electronic music pioneer
Born

December 2nd, 1924
100 years ago

Died

2016
9 years ago — 92 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Denmark

Links & References

A prominent composer, contributions spanned both traditional and electronic music realms. Studied at the Royal Danish Academy of Music, where foundational skills in composition were developed. Pade's work included pioneering efforts in electronic music, utilizing various technologies to create innovative soundscapes. Collaborated with the Danish Radio and participated in the development of electronic music in Denmark. Several compositions integrated nature and movement into sound, showcasing unique blending of the acoustic and electronic domains.

Created sound pieces for Danish Radio

Pioneered electronic music in Denmark

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