Kirtans around Wisconsin (Live Music- Mantra Chanting!)

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Chanting Kirtan is a devotional practice that helps to open the heart, uplift the mind and the overall energy field. Participating in group Kirtan is a very friendly and easy way to experience emotional healing and resonant states of peace. The mantras are mystical universal sounds that clear, energize and balance the chakras and the overall aura.

Ārohaṇa is the name of our Kirtan Group. The word is also a Sanskrit term that means to raise vibration or to ascend. Every member of this group is working on their own form of self growth and spiritual awakening on many level for many years. There is no set path that any participant needs to follow.

Cost: $12 or $15 at the door: Tickets

Bring your readiness to let go and find peace along with a folded blanket or meditation cushion. If you prefer to sit in a chair there will be plenty available.

Devotional Kirtan by Diane Doughman:

Kirtan chanting is a call and response form of devotional song that has long been used in Hinduism. Its simplicity is that there is no need for song books or musical script. It can be just a leader and the other participants, but often simple musical instruments like the harmonium, small cymbals, rattles or drums add to the experience. In Hindu Kirtan, the chants are in praise of a variety of deities and/or avatars. However, Western participants may not be familiar with Hindu philosophy. Hinduism is known as a henotheistic religion. Like in Monotheism, they believe that there is only One Supreme Creator. But they also believe that the One Supreme Godhead can manifest in many forms. So, Hinduism has many manifest deities that are worshipped. It also has a number of Avatars who were divine figures incarnated as humans, similar to Jesus or Buddha. Basically, Henotheism means one God, many forms.

If a person was raised in a Judaic, Christian or Islamic tradition they were likely taught that worshipping idols (i.e. – statues of gods) was wrong. While it is true that most modern religions have a One God concept, it is important to realize that Hinduism is a very ancient religious tradition that came into being before humans had invented writing. Our newer religions rely on written scripture to convey their concepts about divinity. But, a religion developed before there was writing had to convey its beliefs through images and artistic representation. And that is exactly what the various deities of Hinduism did. Each deity depicted various attributes, qualities and powers of the Supreme Godhead. Their stories were passed down orally from one generation to the next as a way to teach beliefs.

If you understand this, then Kirtan becomes an act of praise to that which is the One Supreme Creator of All things. Furthermore, Sanskrit, which is the spiritual language of Hinduism, uses the power of sound to uplift, bless and manifest intentions. The very sound of the chanting, even if one doesn’t understand the meaning, will still have energetic effects that bless the participants. The same is true for the playing of sacred instruments like singing bowls, gongs, bells, tuned chimes, drums, etc. The vibrations of such instruments can open up spiritual portals, open and clear Chakra power centers in the human body and can aid humans in finding connection with the vibrations of the divine realms. Sound is often used to help induce psychic states.

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We're blessed to have several special guests! The whimsical and talented Gina Maray will be bringing the Dance Mix.

Ecstatic Dance is a safe container for movement, expression, and embodiment. We craft intentional playlists that follow a meaningful arc. Use the music as a catalyst to connect to your body's innate wisdom to transform, release, and find freedom.

We will gather at Perennial Yoga - Fitchburg. It's a magnificent space to behold in its own right, with the capacity to reflect and contain our energies, harmonies, and melodies.

Come, and share in a high-vibe experience of attunement! The world needs you to be the best version of yourself <3

Schedule:
-6-8:15 pm - Supersonic Soul Circle Kirtan
-Connection, Prasad, Transition
-8:45-10:00 pm - Ecstatic Dance

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$25 -$45 Sliding - We want to keep this practice accessible, and thus have a range of exchange options to meet your situation. Your support helps us to continue co-creating musical mantra journeys, furthering our creation. We are thankful to you <3

Ticket Link:
https://perennial-yoga.com/kirtan--ecstatic-dance

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