Lee Abramson (born September 13, 1970) is an American composer and musician. He was diagnosed with progressive muscular atrophy in February 2005. ^[1] He is also the first person to write music using ModelTalker, a computerized speech production program. ^[2] Abramson uses adaptive technology, live musicians and electronic technology to create complex musical expressions,^[3] all with one finger. His music features layers of electronic textures, synthesizers, piano, bass, and percussion.^[4][5] His music was recently used as a subject for study in a Michigan State University class. ^[6] Because of his disability, which limits his ability to control a computer to the use of only one finger,^[7] Abramson writes music one note at a time using software such as Sibelius, LogicPro, ModelTalker to use computer recordings of his voice to "sing" on songs, Keystrokes from Assistiveware as an on-screen keyboard, and Dreamweaver for web design.

He is an independent candidate for President of the United States in 2012.^[8]

Career[link]

Prior to his physical illness, Abramson was the bassist for numerous small bands, including Violet Wine and Punchy. His recent creations are classified as Rumi music, where he sets Rumi poetry to music.^[4] Abramson has performed under several noms de plume, including Ace NoFace, under which he wrote and produced the album Toxic Charm.^[5] In addition, under Rumi Music, he produced a self-entitled album, Rumi Music and later, Vow to Silence.

2012 presidential campaign[link]

Abramson is running for President of the United States as an independent candidate in the 2012 election.^{[9][8][10][11]} In March 2011, his candidacy was endorsed by The Daily Swarm.^[12]

Education[link]

Abramson attended Okemos High School, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, and the University of Michigan. He currently attends the Congregation Shaarey Zedek Synagogue.^{[citation needed]}

References[link]

External links[link]

• Abramson for President, official campaign site