Kirtan Gatherings
Come sing your heart open!
Community Kirtan
with Lisa, Kevin & Sumul
Saturday, March 14
6:30 - 8:00 pm - $15
A heart-opening gathering for music, mantra, and community connection.
What is Kirtan?
Kirtan is a joyful, heart-opening practice of call-and-response chanting. It comes from the traditions of Bhakti yoga — the yoga of love and devotion — and invites us to come together in community through sound, rhythm, and intention.
One person leads a chant, and everyone joins in. You don’t need to know the words or consider yourself a singer. Just bring your voice and an open heart. The simple repetition creates an uplifting shared energy that’s easy to follow and deeply nourishing.
When we sing together, something shifts. The mind quiets, the heart softens, and we feel connected, peaceful, and alive.
That’s the beauty of kirtan.
New to Kirtan?
Do I need to know how to sing?
Not at all. Kirtan isn’t about performance. You can sing, hum, listen, or simply sit and receive.
What if I don’t know the mantras?
They’re repeated slowly and simply. You’ll naturally pick them up — and there’s nothing to get “right.”
Is this open to all backgrounds?
Yes. While Kirtan comes from the devotional roots of yoga, it’s open to everyone. No specific belief system is required.
Can I just come and listen?
Absolutely. Listening is part of the practice. Come exactly as you are.
Yoga of the heart...
This practice isn’t about performance; it’s about presence. The words and melodies are easy to follow, and over time, they naturally find their way into your heart. Whether you chant loudly, quietly, or simply listen and feel, you’re part of the shared energy.
This form of yoga is accessible to all, whether you’re new to spiritual practices or a seasoned yogi. It doesn’t require any special skills, only an open heart and a willingness to be present. As the music flows and voices unite, kirtan creates a powerful container for healing, community, and deep connection. Through chanting, we return home to the heart and remember that love, devotion, and presence are the essence of our true nature.
Oṁ Śāntiḥ Śāntiḥ Śāntiḥ
ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः
A universal prayer for peace:
within ourselves,
among one another,
and throughout the world.
