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Ecstatic Chant |
The Yoga of Voice |
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Join us for our fourth annual Ecstatic Chant retreat, one of the most popular events at Omega. A rare and exhilarating opportunity to join some of the Western world's leading devotional singers, the weekend nourishes our soul with a rich tradition of musical prayer and meditation.
Known in Sanskrit as kirtan, devotional chanting awakens a longing in the heart for the experience of inner silence, boundless love, and union with the divine. Emerging from Hindu traditions in India, kirtan is practiced by millions of people. In recent years, pioneering musicians and seekers have brought this magical tradition to the West. Omega's gathering is one of the nation's largest and most renowned.
Throughout the weekend-including an extraordinary all-night Saturday session-we explore a variety of chants and chanting styles, interspersed with meditation sessions, yoga asana sessions, and the sharing of stories.
Save $50 when you register for both Labor Day Weekend Ecstatic Chant and the Spring Weekend Ecstatic Chant. This offer cannot be combined with other discounts.
Faculty
Krishna Das is one of the foremost devotional singers in the world. He has released numerous CDs, including Pilgrim Heart and his most recent, All One. krishnadas.com
Deva Premal and Miten employ ancient mantras, rich harmonies, and sensual rhythms in their music, exploring the essence of love, devotion, and consciousness. They have released a series of acclaimed CDs, including The Essence and Songs for the Inner Lover. mitendevapremal.com
Jai Uttal is a pioneer in the world music community. A student of India's Ali Akbar Khan and master teacher Ustad Ali Akbar Khan, Utal's blend of Eastern and Western sound has put his music at the forefront of the world fusion movement. His many albums include Beggars and Saints, Shiva Station, and the Grammy-nominated Mondo Rama. www.jaiuttal.com
Donna De Lory is a famed spiritual singer, dancer, and songwriter. Her voice can be heard on albums by Madonna, Carly Simon, and Santana. She has toured with Madonna and her most recent album is The Lover and the Beloved.
Wah! is a musician and spiritual seeker who tours 10 months of the year, offering music and stories of inspiration. Creator of the CD Savasana, she blends a seductive spiritual sound with a unique mix of pop, world music, reggae, and yogic tradition. wahmusic.com
Carioca is a native of Brazil and has 13 CDs to his credit, with music ranging from traditional Brazilian to contemporary jazz to spirit songs. cariocafreitas.com.
Robert Gass, EdD, is a Harvard-trained psychologist, organizational consultant, shaman, and spiritual guide with more than 30 years' experience consulting to groups ranging from Greenpeace and MoveOn.org to Chase Bank and General Motors. He serves as executive coach to corporate, nonprofit, political, and spiritual leaders. SacredUnion.com
Shyamdas has written and translated more than 20 books on Bhakti Yoga and the path of grace. He specializes in classical Dhrupada music and the mystic poets of North India. He combines ecstatic kirtan with stories and teachings from India.
Vishal Vaid has trained in ghazal (a song form that means "to hold conversation with the divine") and first performed when he was only 3 years old. In 1994, Vaid formed Jai Ambe, and has worked with such renowned musicians as Bill Laswell and Karsh Kale. vishalvaid.com |
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