Relevant Tones

Douglas Cuomo and Arjuna's Dilemma

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Based on the Bhagavad Gita, a Sanskrit text that delves into the  discussion between the divine Krishna and earthbound Arjuna, Douglas  Cuomo’s Arjuna’s Dilemma draws from both Indian and western musical  traditions to create a compelling musical drama. Cuomo joins Seth in the  studio to talk about his composition.

Hosted by Seth Boustead

Produced by Jesse McQuarters

Scene 1, The Dilemma

Gathering Forces
My Limbs Fail
Oh Krishna

Scene 2, The Answer
My Head Turns
The Answer Part I
The Answer Part II
My Head Turns (reprise)
The Answer Part III

Scene 3, The Vision
I am the Beginning
The Vision
I am death
Four-armed form
Epilogue: I will fight
Postlude

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