Music, McGuyever, and Missing Shoes With Ankit Patel, aka: Shehnai Guy

Join us for a musical exploration this week on The Pete Podcast as Pete sits down with Ankit Patel, aka: Shehnai Guy. Ankit is one of the few Shehnai players, a traditional Indian instrument, in the U.S. who travels the globe performing for audiences at Indian weddings and other cultural events.

In this educational and very fun conversation, Pete and Ankit bond over their shared passion for music as a universal language, their mutual love of Yanni, and Pete and Marnie’s recent experience attending their first Indian wedding.

Experience the magic of music as a universal language when Pete and Ankit have a couple of jam sessions. Ankit also offers a look into the history of the Shehnai in Indian culture, highlighting his efforts to modernize the instrument while preserving its cherished traditions and heritage. He also shares all about his upcoming project, Surya, a captivating world music experience.

Don't miss this captivating exploration of music and culture. Strap in to Episode 4 of The Pete Podcast.