KIRTAN

THE POWER OF MANTRA

With APARNA & FRIENDS

Saturday August 4th, 6 - 8pm, $15 at the door

Based in one of the most ancient sacred music traditions Kirtan is call-and-response chanting performed in India's bhakti (devotional) path of yoga.

Collective chanting of Sanskrit mantras, bhajans and chants  raises the consciousness, unites hearts across all cultures, removes barriers and creates peace both within ourselves and on Earth.

As much music as magic, chants create sacred vibrations which uplift the listener and charge atmosphere with positive energy. These Sanskrit chants are said to be filled with power, and each is said, has its own unique and positive effect. From opening the mind & the heart, to lifting the spirits these sacred songs will bliss you out.

'When you do things from your soul, you feel a river moving in you, a joy.'

- Rumi

Born & raised in India, Aparna has been singing Kirtan all her life. She sings and plays both traditional chants from India as well as her own compositions in various languages. Between each chant she enjoys sharing mystical poetry from the sacred voices of the East & the West.

APARNA : Lead vocals, Guitar, Harmonium

NICK : Drums, percussion, backup vocals, Keyboard

BONNIE : Flute

MUNI : Violin

 

  LEARN Sanskrit :

                          

Eastern Philosophy on Western Ground

with APARNA

An ongoing monthly talk/lecture on Eastern philosophy and psychology from the traditions of Hinduism, Vedanta, Tantra, Buddhism, Yoga and more. This class presents traditional Eastern teachings & illustrates their fundamental vision  along with cross - cultural and psychological reflections on approaching these teachings in way that helps avoid cultural or linguistic misinterpretations and integrate them into living daily life free of limitations with an open heart.

Topics range across  Eastern literature, symbolism, mythology, history, philosophy, masters & teachers and numerous key scriptures. Readings are suggested for each monthly talk and are encouraged though not compulsory to attend the class and get the most from it.

90 mins of talk/lecture followed by 30 mins of open floor discussion & sharing. Tea and snacks included.

 

Saturday 6/09 , Four central themes in Buddhist teachings Part III

Saturday 7/14 , The yogic idealism of Yoga Vashistha

Saturday 8/11 , Tantra Illuminated

4-6pm

$20 drop in

Upcoming topics : The Synthesis of Yoga : Sri Aurobindo, Hinduism 101, Yoga Sutras decoded, Bhagvad gita decoded, The art of symbolism in Hinduism, The wheel of Yoga, Pre-classical, classical & post classical Yoga, The Upanishads and more.

 

 

DROP & Give me ZEN

Advanced asana & pranayama with APARNA

 

This wkshp/practice integrates challenging poses with essential yoga moves to build power, precision, insight and ease. Creative sequencing balances active dynamic movement with longer holding of poses to build both strength and flexibility in the body.

Each wkshp/practice focuses on specific areas and family of poses while toning the system as a whole, giving special attention to alignment and taking care of oneself. Ujjayi breathing, bandhas and pelvic floor exercises work to fortify the core, helping students go deeper into poses and feel sensations that often go unnoticed—a great practice for clearing toxins from the system, centering the mind and energizing the spirit.

Demystifies intermediate/advanced poses showing how to sequence and build up to them. Inspiring, encouraging and challenging. A synthesis of Vinyasa , Power , Ashtanga , Iyengar & Sivananda yoga styles. Includes intermediate/advanced pranayama.


Saturday 7/14

Saturday 8/11

11-1 pm
$20 drop in



Timeless secrets of health & rejuvenation :

 Ayurveda for Body & Mind with APARNA

Based in the ancient healing tradition of Ayurveda that dates back thousands of years, this ongoing talk/lecture explains the principles behind the science of Ayurveda, explores physical and psychological characteristics of each of the mind-body types and offers natural alternatives with practical advice to help you begin your journey to the ultimate 'state of balance' and well being.

Talks will focus  on why certain imbalances often result in illness, show how to restore your body to natural order and share natural treatments for common ailments and chronic problems with strategies taiolred to personal needs based on your type.

You'll learn about - herbal teas and formulas, essential oils,mediation,yoga, diet, Ayurvedic techniques - everyday keys to a lifetime of viatlity and healthy living.

90 mins of talk/lecture followed by 30 mins of open floor discussion, sharing & questions. Tea and snacks included.

Saturday 7/21, 4-6pm

$20 drop in