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Upcoming Gatherings
Join a chanting circle near you or online, and experience the power of collective voice.
Radhika Das — London (Eventim Apollo)
The homecoming headline night of the Lightfall Tour — Radhika Das fills London's legendary Eventim Apollo with kirtan.
Global Online Kirtan Training — Module 1 with Govind Das
A four-week online kirtan training with Govind Das, Director of Bhakti Yoga Shala — four Tuesday-evening Zoom sessions (live and recorded) exploring Bhakti philosophy, kirtan mantras and their meanings, and learning chants from the Bhakti tradition on the harmonium, drawn from his 20+ years of playing. Module 1 is designed for newcomers to the harmonium as well as kirtaniyas wanting to expand their repertoire; participants need their own harmonium or keyboard. Register by email.
The Way of the Heart: Sailing Greece
A week sailing the Dodecanese with Kevin James & Susana — mantra chanting and Heartsongs on a catamaran, morning voice-opening meditations, island chapels and beach kirtans between Kos and its neighbouring islands.
Voices of Devotion
Discover facilitators and musicians sharing the practice around the world.
Sacred Chants
Explore the mantra library — ancient sounds with translations, meanings, and chant-along recordings.
Om (Aum)
"The primordial sound — the seed vibration of the universe"
Hare Krishna Maha Mantra
"A direct call to the divine energy of Krishna and Rama"
Om Namah Shivaya
"I bow to Shiva, the auspicious one within"
Resources to Deepen Your Practice
Guides, references, and the history of Kirtan — everything you need to understand and deepen the practice, gathered in one place.
Start here — what Kirtan is and the questions newcomers ask most.
What Is Kirtan?
A gentle introduction to call-and-response devotional chanting.
ExploreKirtan FAQ
Plain answers to the questions first-timers ask most.
ExploreLearn to Play
Chord charts with guitar & harmonium views, plus how-to guides for leading.
ExploreChord Charts
Every charted chant in one place — browse by key, tradition, and difficulty.
ExploreFor Kirtan Leaders
The whole leader toolkit in session order — setlists, charts, tempo tools, and practice sheets.
ExploreArticles & Teachings
Essays and guides — practice, science & wellness, teachings, and history.
ExplorePioneers & History
Foundational figures and the story of how Kirtan reached the West.
ExploreKirtan Traditions
The four great streams of sacred chant — from Bhakti bhajans to Gurbani.
ExploreDeities of Kirtan
Who we chant to — the stories and mantras of Krishna, Hanuman, Shiva, and more.
ExploreLook things up — terms, instruments, and where to go deeper.
Glossary
An A–Z of Kirtan & Bhakti terms, cross-linked to mantras.
ExploreInstrument Guides
Harmonium, mridanga, kartals — what they are and how they're played.
ExploreBooks, Music & Films
Curated books, albums, and playlists to go deeper.
ExplorePractice Tools
Printable lyric & pronunciation sheets and chord basics.
ExploreFresh essays and guides to deepen your understanding of Kirtan & Bhakti.
What Is Kirtan? A Beginner's Introduction to Sacred Chanting
Kirtan is a devotional practice of call-and-response chanting, often rooted in Bhakti yoga and the mantra traditions of India. But what exactly happens when a group of people sit in a circle and chant together — and why does it feel so transformative?
What to Expect at Your First Kirtan Gathering
Walking into your first Kirtan can feel mysterious if you don't know what to expect. Here's a friendly guide to help you feel comfortable, welcome, and ready to open your heart.
How to Start a Kirtan Practice at Home
You don't need a hall full of people, a harmonium, or years of training to begin a home Kirtan practice. All you need is a voice, a quiet space, and the willingness to begin.
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