composer

nina shekhar

“His music made good use of…structure, with a score that moved briskly through a complex psychological evolution.”

– Some Person

A stirring demonstration of love and respect for a composer’s output.

– Some Person

“Tart and compelling”

– New York Times

“Orchestral supernova”

– LA Times

Nina Shekhar is a composer and multimedia artist who explores the intersection of identity, vulnerability, love, and laughter to create bold and intensely personal works.

Featured Music

Above the Fray (String Orchestra)
2021
LARGE ENSEMBLE / ORCHESTRA

For string orchestra

Don't Beat A Word
2021
VOCAL

Pop-rock song for voice, ensemble (Pierrot + 2 perc), and tape

rockabye-bye
2020
CHAMBER/SMALL ENSEMBLE

For string quartet

Press

LA Times

Doomsday Clock dance and Sara Bareilles’ beloved musical: The best of L.A. arts this weekend

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For Good Measure Podcast (Ensemble For These Times)

Featured Interview: Nina Shekhar

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San Francisco Classical Voice

SFCV review: Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra Finale

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Local News Pasadena

A Performance Worthy of a Michelin Star

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April 27, 2024

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Upcoming Shows

November 23-25, 2024

Lumina

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall
Portland, OR

January 10, 2025

10:30 am

Accordion Concerto (NEW WORK)

Touhill Performing Arts Center
Bellerive, Missouri

January 11, 2025

7:30 pm

Accordion Concerto (NEW WORK)

Touhill Performing Arts Center
Bellerive, Missouri