“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
Activate bliss in a celebratory song release kirtan with Julia Berkeley and Arjuna O’Neal on Saturday October 7th 6.30-8.30pm
This will be a special evening to mark the release of Julia’s first song, River, from her yet to be released third album, River of Love.
Get ready for a joyful night as Julia (harmonium and vocals) teams up with the Grammy Award wining Arjuna O’Neal on drums. With a unique ability to bring everyone together in any space he plays through his heart-felt rhythms and keen sound healing abilities he brings a special magic to the Kirtan practice.
Kirtan is a call and response musical meditation that moves the heart towards an experience of inner silence, boundless love, and intimate union with the divine. Repeatedly chanting these ancient mantras kindles an exhilarating and joyful mood while clearing away negativity and depression.
As Krishna Das, one of the great Kirtanias of our day, says
“The ability to sing beautifully is enjoyable, but not necessary. What matters is singing from the heart.”
This practice is for everyone.
CLICK HERE TO PRESAVE RIVER and be the first to receive it on release day of Friday Oct 6th
There will be chai!
Details:
When: 6.30-8.30pm Sat Oct 7th
Where: 306 E Matillija St, Move Sanctuary, Ojai
Entry: $27
Please sign up ahead of time so we know how much chai to make! Check back here for link very soon.
About Julia:
Julia Berkeley is a singer-songwriter kirtan artist and devotional yoga and meditation teacher (E-RYT 500).
With a deep dedication to consciousness evolution, she wholeheartedly guides individuals through song, movement and awareness based practices, on a path to rediscovering their inner peace and joy.
Her love of kirtan (a call and response chanting practice) is contagious to old-comers and first-timers alike. Imbued with true devotion her voice opens the heart, gently bringing you home to the source of love that dwells within.
Based in Ojai, CA, Julia offers transformative experiences through her extensive range of offerings, in person and online, including classes, private sessions, unique events, and rejuvenating retreats all over the world.
You can find her music (available on all music channels) and more info at www.juliaberkeley.com
About Arjuna:
Arjuna O'Neal is Grammy Award winning international percussionist who specializes in kirtan and mantra music for over 20 plus years. He's a well sought after heart-centered drummer with a unique ability to bring everyone together in any space he plays through his heart-felt rhythms and keen sound healing abilities. Arjuna believes that drums have the ability to take us out of our minds and directly into the rhythm of our own heart.
"There's no such thing as the wrong beat, just find the right rhythm"
~Arjuna O'Neal