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Groupe de Recherches Musicales

The Groupe de Recherches Musicales (GRM) is a French organization established in 1958 dedicated to the exploration and creation of electronic and electroacoustic music. It focuses on developing innovative sound techniques, such as manipulating tape recordings and computer-based processes, to produce new auditory experiences. The GRM has played a significant role in advancing experimental music, fostering collaboration among composers, engineers, and artists, and providing resources like studios and archives. Its work has influenced contemporary sound art and electronic music, making it a key institution in the field of modern musical experimentation.