Kirtan Gatherings
Music, Mantra & Community
The Practice Continues
Our walls may have changed, but our heart hasn’t. We’re bringing Kirtan into intentional spaces throughout Jacksonville, gathering in beautiful places, reconnecting with old friends, meeting new ones, and keeping the spirit of Bhakti alive wherever we go.
If this speaks to you, we’d love to connect and explore how we can share this practice with your community.
The Heart of Kirtan
Kirtan is a joyful, heart-opening practice of call-and-response chanting. Rooted in the traditions of Bhakti Yoga (the yoga of love and devotion), it invites us to come together 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. Simply bring your voice and an open heart. Through repetition, we create a shared experience that is uplifting and deeply connecting.
When we sing together, something shifts. The mind quiets, the heart softens, and we remember our connection with one another.
That is the beauty of Kirtan.
Experience Kirtan
A glimpse into the joy of chanting together
New to Kirtan?
A simple guide for your first experience
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.
We’re just three friends who love this practice and love bringing people together. Our hope is that every Kirtan helps soften the world a little bit.
Kevin, Lisa & Sumul
Oṁ Śāntiḥ Śāntiḥ Śāntiḥ
ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः
A universal prayer for peace:
within ourselves,
among one another,
and throughout the world.