For Good Measure, by Ensemble for These Times (E4TT)Episode 166: Rajna Swaminathan - Part 2In this week’s episode, we talk to Rajna Swaminathan about the mrudangam, from various spellings to how the percussion instrument it’s made. If you enjoyed today’s conversation and want to know more about Rajna Swaminathan, check her out here: https://www.rajnaswaminathan.com/. This episode was originally recorded in January 2024.This podcast is made possible in part by a grant from the California Arts Council and generous donors, like you. Want to support For Good Measure and E4TT? Make a tax-deductible donation or sign up for our newsletter, and subscribe to the podcast!Intro music: “Trifolium” by Gabriela Ortiz, performed by E4TT (Ilana Blumberg, violin; Abigail Monroe, cello; Margaret Halbig, piano),  as part of “Below the Surface: Music by Women Composers,” January 29, 2022Outro music: “Lake Turkana” by Marcus Norris, performed by E4TT (Margaret Halbig, piano), as part of “Alchemy,” October 15, 2021Transcription courtesy of Otter.ai.Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1903729/episodes/17565235Producer, Host, and E4TT co-founder: Nanette McGuinnessCo-producer and Audio Engineer: Stephanie M. NeumannPodcast Cover Art: Brennan StokesSupport the showVisit E4TT.org and find us on social media!Instagram: @e4ttTwitter: @e4ttimesFacebook: @EnsembleforTheseTimesListen/subscribe on Soundcloud, Spotify, and YouTube.

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