In 1906, inventor Thaddeus Cahill's electrical music by wire, dubbed "Get Music on Tap Like Gas or Water," captivated the public. The massive 200-ton Telharmonium, constructed in the 1890s, could produce various timbres and fill multiple rooms with sound. The documentary chronicles the rise and fall of commercial service, attempted comebacks, and the search for a new home for the sole surviving instrument in 1951, providing a definitive account of the first comprehensive music synthesizer.
Magic Music from the Telharmonium
The invention of the Telharmonium in 1906 revolutionized music by providing instant access to a vast array of sounds and melodies, much like modern-day utilities. This massive 200-ton machine thrilled the public with its electrifying transmitted music.
