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Sing Your Heart Out Kirtan

  • Ojai Yoga Shala 306 East Matilija Street Ojai, CA, 93023 United States (map)

“The repetition of the holy names reveals a presence hidden within the heart. Something begins to happen that’s very disturbing - we get happy.”
~ Krishna Das

No matter what’s going on, Kirtan will turn your frown upside down! Join Julia Berkeley (harmonium and vocals) and Leonice Shinneman (tabla and percussion) for a delicious evening of mantra and song. Clear your mind, drop into your heart and tap into the unending source of joy that resides within through this ancient chanting practice.

What is Kirtan? 
Kirtan is a call and response chanting practice that moves the heart towards an experience of inner silence, boundless love, and intimate union with the Divine. Whether it’s your first time or you’ve been doing it forever this practice will uplift your heart and soul. Krishna Das says “The ability to sing beautifully is enjoyable, but not necessary. What matters is singing from the heart.” You don’t need to be able to sing, just be willing to give it a go and feel the effects!

SUNDAY MAY 26th @ 6.30 - 8.15pm
Where: Ojai Yoga Shala, 306 E. Matilija St, Ojai
Exchange: $20 (no one will be turned away for lack of funds)

Julia Berkeley has a passion for sharing practices that ignite the heart’s light. With a playful spirit and deep presence, she invites your heart and soul to shine. She offers kirtan, yoga (RYT 500), transformational workshops and private Soul Centered healing sessions in Ojai. Listen to her latest album, Embody Love, by clicking here.

Leonice Shinneman is recognized as the foremost American disciple of the legendary North Indian tabla and pakhawaj master Pandit Taranath Rao. He has performed world wide and recorded and worked with Frank Zappa, Howard Levi, Gino Vannelli, Kiss, Kula Shaker. He brings a whole bundle of talent and experience to support you in this journey of remembering joy.

Earlier Event: May 26
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