17: Chris Votek

Chris Votek is an acclaimed multi-instrumentalist, composer, sound engineer, producer, arranger, and educator living and breathing music in Los Angeles. He records, writes, and performs with ensembles ranging from North Indian Classical, Arabic, Electronica, Jazz, Avant-Garde, Western Classical, Pop, and Rock, his ceaseless curiosity and devotion to musical traditions from around the world have guided him along a musical path perpetually branching out. He is a disciple of the legendary Indian violinist Dr. N Rajam and much of his work involves adapting the oral tradition of Hindustani raga to the cello. This episode was originally recorded on March 19, 2022. Follow Chris's work here Intro Music by Chris Votek "Fossil Dance" and "Serpents" from the album "Memories of A Shadow" the World Music Podcast Jingle- composed by Will Marsh featuring musicians Josh Mellinger (tabla) and Misha Khalikulov (cello). Do you know someone who would enjoy this Podcast? Please take a moment to share and spread the inspiration! COPY THIS LINK TO SHARE! https://anchor.fm/will-marsh  This is a master link that allows you to choose which platform to listen on. See below for more offerings from your host, Will Marsh. “Raga for All Instruments” is an online course for musicians/vocalists from any musical background with a desire to explore the magic of Hindustani Raga music. Begin your raga journey now! The first four lesson videos of this course are free. https://willmarshmusic.thinkific.com/courses/raga-for-all-instruments Visit my website to connect with me  - https://willmarshmusic.com/ Check out my original world-inspired music - https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/willmarsh/the-integration Book a lesson with me https://www.willmarshmusic.com/product-category/lessons/ For the finest electric sitar on the market, travel sitars and tanpuras visit - https://www.willmarshmusic.com/shop/ To access written transcriptions of these episodes, go to my blog - https://www.willmarshmusic.com/blog/ Visit my youtube channel for free lesson and music performance videos - https://www.youtube.com/c/WillMarsh Become a Patron and receive exclusive access to patron only content - https://www.patreon.com/WillMarsh?fan_landing=true