Luigi Russolo
Italian painter and composer of noise music
Born
April 30th, 1883
141 years ago
Died
1947
78 years ago — 64 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Italy
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A prominent figure in the Futurist movement, contributed to both visual arts and music. Developed the concept of noise music, pioneering the use of unconventional sounds. Created the intonarumori, a set of instruments designed to produce noise-based music. Additionally, engaged in painting, with works that reflected the Futurist ideology focused on modernity and dynamism.
Developed the concept of noise music
Created the intonarumori instruments
Contributed to the Futurist art movement
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