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Sound Yoga Therapy vs. KÄ«rtan: Whatās the Difference?
A lot of folks assume I'm a performing kÄ«rtan musician like so many others out there... however I'd like to be clear that while I love kÄ«rtan and enjoy singing with people very much, my true and deepest love (and the thing I'm most experienced with) is being a sound yoga therapist leading a chant experience.Ā
KÄ«rtan vs. Sound Yoga Therapy: 4 differences
There are many differences between performing kÄ«rtan musicians and sound yoga therapists leading a chant experienceĀ here are four main distinctions.
What a Sound Yoga Therapist does:
- Prioritizes the participant's ...
10 Years of Heart of Sound: Raising the Bar for Sound Yoga Therapy Worldwide
This year marks a milestone:Ā 10 yearsĀ since the first cohort of Heart of Sound teacher trainees gathered to immerse themselves in the transformative practice ofĀ nÄda yoga and mantra-based healing in Rishikesh, India!
Since then, hundreds of graduates have carried the essence of this lineage-rooted, heart-centered training into the worldāinto yoga studios, trauma recovery centers, refugee camps, hospitals, cancer wards, classrooms, and homes.
And in this tenth year, we want to give a shoutout to the diversity and ingenuity of our trainees! It's inspiring and humbling ...
AUM Chanting Personality Type Quiz: What kind of OM chanter are you?
What Happens When a Group OM is Being Led?
Whether you're attending a yoga class, joining a kÄ«rtan chant session, or receiving sound healing, there's often that beautiful, shared moment when a group OM is chanted together. For some, itās a moment of blissful resonance. For others, it can be surprisingly awkward or uncomfortable ā even if you love the idea of chanting.
As someone who has spent decades immersed in the practice and teaching of sacred sound, Iāve witnessed all kinds of responses to this one simple syllable. Hereās a little breakdown I put together ā see ...
OM Chanting Fail: Top 3 Mistakes Chant Leaders & Yoga Teachers Make When Leading AUM
How to Lead a Sensational OM as a Chant Leader
When youāre leading a chant, particularly one involving Aum, your primary role is to create a safe and resonant space. This post highlights essential practices for chant leaders to help participants feel confident and connected.
Three Keys to Leading Aum Chanting
- Provide a Clear Tone
Establishing a clear, stable tone is essential. Use a harmonium, tuning fork, or your own voice to set a sonic floor. Choose a pitch thatās comfortable for both you and the group. This step ensures everyone feels anchored and secure in the...
