Music + Mantra: Heart Centered Kirtan

Music + Mantra, a community event blending contemporary live music with traditional call-and-response mantra singing, will take place on Sunday, March 22 at 3 PM.

The event offers an accessible introduction to kirtan, a musical meditation practice rooted in India’s yoga tradition. Attendees experience relaxation through music and singing. The event is inclusive, with chair and floor seating available, space for movement or dancing, and a scent-free environment.
“Kirtan has a long and beautiful lineage,” said event organizer Sudha Sevin. “Our intention with Music + Mantra is to share this tradition with care—creating a space that feels open, grounded, and welcoming to people from all walks of life.”

ABOUT THE MUSICIANS
The featured band, Heart Centered Kirtan, includes:
• Libby Volckening — vocals and keys
• Ezra Landis — guitar
• Nico D'Amico — bass
• Chris Ball — drums
Together, the musicians offer contemporary arrangements that honor the roots of kirtan while remaining approachable for newcomers.

LOCATION
The event will be hosted at the Unitarian Universalist Society East, a
community-centered venue committed to diversity, equity, and
inclusion. The building is wheelchair accessible, provides free
on-site parking, and offers both chairs and open floor space to
accommodate different comfort needs.
Unitarian Universalist Society East
153 West Vernon Street
Manchester, CT
Free parking available on site.