Wave of Sound
Tracing the roots and rise of electronic music [THE JOURNEY, THE LEGACY AND THE EVOLUTION TO THE GLOBAL STAGE]

400 pages from its first sparks of innovation in the laboratories of the 1940s to the pulsating beat of mass festivals today, the history of electronic music is, above all, a testament to the transformative power of sound and technology. This book not only traces the evolution of a genre from laboratory curiosity to global phenomenon, but also celebrates the visionary minds who challenged the musical and cultural conventions of their time.

Wave of Sound is a journey through time and space, from the bold sonic explorations of pioneers such as Pierre Schaeffer, Wendy Carlos and Kraftwerk, to the explosion of house and techno on the dance floors of Chicago, Detroit and Berlin. It chronicles how synthesizers, samplers and computers gave voice to entire generations, and how DJs transformed the act of mixing music into a universal art form.

In this journey, we also explore the challenges and dilemmas that arose along the way: the struggle for acceptance of a genre considered "unnatural" at its inception, the impact of commercialization, and the arrival of the digital age, which democratized production but also fragmented the industry. As the underground became mainstream, electronic music not only evolved; it was constantly redefined.

This book, however, doesn’t stop at facts and dates. It’s also a personal reflection on what it means to live and breathe electronic music. As someone who has witnessed this evolution firsthand, who has experienced the magic of a dance floor vibrating in unison and the intimacy of a production studio, I want to share that experience with you. Because beyond technological advances and global stars, electronic music has always been about connection: between artists, between cultures, and above all, between hearts.

Welcome to Wave of Sound. This is the story of a phenomenon that transcended barriers, defied expectations, and in the process, forever changed the way we hear, feel, and understand sound.

Electronic music is defined by its creation and production using electronic and electromechanical instruments, digital devices, or circuitry-based music technology. Instruments commonly associated with electronic music include electronic oscillators, theremins, and synthesizers. Electromechanical instruments, on the other hand, include devices like the Hammond organ, electronic pianos, and electric guitars.

Electronic music, The genre is notable for its versatility, drawing from a wide array of sound sources. These range from simple electronic oscillators to complex computer systems, software, and microprocessors. The sounds are typically recorded, edited, and arranged on tape or in digital formats, then finalized for playback. Reproduction is achieved through loudspeakers, either as standalone compositions or in combination with traditional musical instruments.