Robert Moog

About Robert Moog

Robert Arthur Moog was a renowned American electronic music pioneer and an engineering physicist. Moog founded the famous Moog Music, invented the first commercial synthesizer in 1964.

Early life and Educational Background

Moog had a very fulfilling childhood in the upstate of Queen since he was born into an upper middle-class family. He graduated from Bronx High School of Science in 1952 and developed a fascination for electronic instruments. Robert attained a degree in physics and a masters in electrical engineering at Queens College and Columbia University, respectively. He then had his Ph.D. in engineering physics at Cornell University.

Career Highlights

Moog, with his brilliance, produced his Theremin design in 1953. He created the Moog synthesizer, a more compact music instrument that was much cheaper than its competitors. He sold Moog Music in 1977 due to the company's decline but created a new company in 2002.

Moog was also a devoted teacher at the University of North Carolina

Personal Life and Death

The renowned musician married Shirleigh Moog in 1958 but divorced in 1994. By Shirleigh, he had four children – one son and three daughters.

Robert Moog died in 2005 due to a brain tumor. He was 71. He was survived by his four children and five grandchildren.

Awards and Legacy

Moog was awarded the lifetime achievement award in 1970

Robert was awarded the Polar music prize in 2001

Moog was inducted into the national Investors Hall of Fame in 2013.

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F.A.Q. about Robert Moog

When is his birthday?

Robert Moog's birthday is on May 23, 1934.

In how many days is his birthday?

Robert's birthday is in 30 days

How old was Robert when he died?

He was 71 years old.

When did he die?

He died in August 21, 2005.

How old would he be today?

Robert Moog would be 89 years old if he was alive today.

Where was Robert from?

He was born in New York City, New York, U.S..