To begin, Léon Theremin, originally known as Lev Sergeyevich Termen, was a very influential Russian inventor throughout human history. He is most famous for his invention of the Theremin, one of the very first electronic musical instruments ever made. Additionally, Léon Theremin is the inventor of a myriad of other inventions, some including the burglar alarm, the Great Seal bug, and the Terpsitone. There are countless interesting things that can be said about this innovative person. Without him, society would not experience or enjoy the things we have in the same way. This research will discuss Léon Theremin's biography, his contributions to music, and his countless inventions that have benefited and improved society on a global scale. Firstly, Léon Theremin, originally born with the name Lev Sergeivitch Termen, was born in the year 1896, in St. Petersburg, Russia. He was of German and French descent and had a sister named Helena. When he turned seven, he became interested in electricity. At the age of thirteen, Theremin began observing and testing high-frequency circuits. Later, during his high school years, he was able to present optical effects to the public using electricity, and by the age of seventeen he had his own laboratory to continue his electrical experiments. It was evident that the young Léon Theremin had a brilliant mind. Growing up, he was “educated as a physicist and musician” (Léon Theremin) and later began to develop what is now known as the theremin. After the creation of this remarkable instrument, the theremin, he "demonstrated his theremin to the Soviet revolutionary leader, Lenin", in 1922. From there, he was sent on a tour, which included "sell-out concerts" (Léon. ... .. middle of paper ......ame. Many of the things he created were considered unthinkable at that time in society and thanks to his ability to radically alter the way we think or use the world, Léon Theremin, will be remembered in history, forever. Works Cited Wierzbicki, James. "Weird Vibrations: How The Theremin Gave Musical Voice To Hollywood's Extraterrestrial" Journal Of Popular Film And Television 30.3 (2002): 125-135 Select full text (H.W. Web). May 29, 2012. WILLIAM, GRIMES. "Leon Theremin, Musical Inventor, Dies at 97." Web. May 29, 2012. "Leon Theremin." Hutchinson Biography Database (2011): 1. MAS Ultra - Web School Edition . 30 May 2012. "Clara Rockmore (1911-1998)." Network. May 30 2012.