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Kirtan College Durga Das
  • Dormitory – $560.00
  • Private Room with Shared Bath – $725.00
  • Private Room with Private Bathroom – $795.00
  • Tenting Site – $480.00
  • (All prices include $290.00 base amount)

Date & Time Details:
Check-in: 4 – 6 pm
Check-out: 2 pm
Thursday - Sunday Program Schedule

Location: This program is being held at our LOTUS Conference Center.
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Kirtan College: A Weekend Chanting Intensive

with David Newman "Durga Das"

September 26 - 29, 2019

Open your heart with song and devotion at Kirtan College. This in-depth course is designed to help all people explore kirtan and Bhakti Yoga.  It’s a concise training to deepen your understanding and practice of the rich tradition of Indian chanting and the Yoga of loving devotion.

Join David for a weekend of celebration and learning that includes:

  • Sanskrit mantra pronunciation and translation
  • Methodology for practicing and leading kirtan
  • Musical guidance and support
  • Teachings and practices of the Bhakti Yoga tradition
  • Storytelling of India’s ancient myths

This workshop is designed to deepen your relationship with kirtan and help you gain more confidence leading kirtan. This program is open to everyone. No musical background required.

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Testimonials

This program truly opened my heart up to the idea of devotion to God in a new way. It is a wonderful addition to my Yoga practice, and I know there is some cracking open of an emotional shell that will come as I continue to allow my heart to open. This is an amazing first step. — Ryan Bailey

This program exceeded my expectations. David is a talented presenter—great, joyful, and funny! — Past Participant

If you are looking for a heart-opening experience, this is it. — Angel Metro

Presenter

David Newman “Durga Das”
David Newman “Durga Das” is a renowned sacred mantra artist, singer-songwriter, author, and inspirational teacher. David, also known as Durga Das, travels extensively sharing his music and teachings on the path of love as a vehicle for spiritual awakening. He has released numerous chart-topping world music albums and is the author of the #1 Amazon bestseller The Timebound Traveler. David is also the founder of the Stay Strong Project and Yoga On Main. He has been featured on NPR and in The Washington Post and Yoga Journal among many others. See more at davidnewmanmusic.com
Learn more about David Newman “Durga Das”

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