Reena Esmail

Steve Danielson

Indian-American composer Dr. Reena Esmail talks with Moveable Do this week about her unique blend of Western Art Music and Hindustani Music. Hear where her interest in Hindustani music came from and where it has taken her. Also, get a wonderful new book recommendation.

Pieces featured on this episode:

The Tipping Point

When the Violin

Tuttarana

This Love Between Us⁠

For more information about Reena and her music, visit https://reenaesmail.com. For a full archive of Moveable Do episodes, head to ⁠moveabledo.com⁠.

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