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A nice blend of prediction and surprise seem to be at the heart of the best art.

Wendy Carlos

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Wendy Carlos
Age: 84
Born: 1939
Born: November 14
Composer
Film Score Composer
Record Producer
Pawtucket
Rhode Island
Walter Carlos
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