Full Moon Kirtan with Mirabai and Mangalananda
2016-01-23 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Yoga of Sausalito, 110 Caledonia Street, Sausalito, CA, United States
A wonderful kirtan evening on the first full moon of 2016. I will be joined by Mirabai and her lovely devotional chant as we take turns leading kirtan and blending in a cooperative melody. An evening not to be missed! With Bob Coulliard on guitar and Gangadhar on tabla along with other guest musicians.
To register: 415-332-9642

Radio Broadcast Interview with Mangalananda
2016-02-07 18:30 - 19:00
On Sunday evening, the 7th February, I am going to be interviewed live on a radio program called”The Golden Age Music Show”…streaming from a radio station in Arizona. Tune in between 6:00 — 7:30 PM, to hear some of my music, plus a live interview and an opportunity to call in and speak together in person.
To tune in through the Internet, go the the site: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/spiritualimageproductions. Click on the name of the broadcast for the video player to appear. To call in directly to the show, use 646-716-4251
They are giving a free copy of my recent CD, “Bhajo Ma” to the 1st three callers.

Monthly Kirtan at Open Secret
2016-02-11 19:30 - 21:00 | Open Secret Bookstore, 923 C Street, San Rafael, CA, 94901, United States
Join me, along with Bob Couillard on guitar, and Gangadhar on tabla for my monthly kirtan “class” at Open Secret.
During these sessions, we will together explore the depths of kirtan, explaining the words, Ragas, Traditions, legends and stories that accompany the ancient Indian chants. What do the words we sing really mean, and how do we invoke this Presence and Energy in the deepest way? Kirtan in depth will be explored, plus I will be sharing my life-long experience and association with India, and its Saints and music.

Monthly Kirtan at Open Secret
2016-03-10 19:30 - 21:00 | Open Secret Bookstore, 923 C Street, San Rafael, CA, 94901, United States
We continue our monthly deep exploration of raga, taal and bhaav. Performing new kirtans and delving deeply into their meaning and effect. In the intimate setting of the Temple Room at Open Secret. Bob Couillard on acoustic twelve string; Gangadhar Gerhard on tabla.

Kirtan at Sukha Yoga
2016-03-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Sukha Yoga, 1020 Railroad Ave., Novato, 94945, United States
Join us in this beautiful studio for Traditional kirtan from village India. Sing, dance, participate in your own way and chant the Holy Names of the Divine! Robert Adamich on bass; Susan Shloss on violin; Bob Couillard on twelve string acoustic; Sahar on tabla.

Matri Satsang of Anandamayi Ma
2016-03-21 17:30 - 19:30, 2016-07-17 17:30 - 19:30 | Sukha Yoga, 1020 Railroad Ave., Novato, 94945, United States
We will invoke Sri Anandamayi Ma in song and prayer, read and discuss her teachings and end doing some meditation together; all in an informal atmosphere. Join us to learn more of Anandamayi Ma and the Divine Feminine Principle in general.

Kirtan at Prasada in Occidental
2016-03-27 17:30 - 19:30 | Prasada Cooperative Arts, 3880 Doris Murphy Court, Occidental, CA, 95465, United States
Jennifer Mazzucco’s beautiful studio is a kirtan-scene favorite! Always a spirited crowd in a warm and intimate setting. David Estes on tabla; Greg Barnett on bass; Bob Couillard on twelve-string acoustic; Dharma Devi on flute.

Kirtan in South Bay-- Ananda Community in Scotts Valley
2016-04-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Ananda Community Scotts Valley, 221 A Mount Hermon Road, Scotts Valley, United States
A wonderful opportunity for kirtan lovers in the South Bay to join us in singing the Divine Names. The devoted community of disciples of Paramahansa Yogananda will be hosting us in the San Jose area. A beautiful night of group devotion and joy is in store!

Monthly Kirtan at Open Secret
2016-04-14 19:30 - 21:00 | Open Secret Bookstore, 923 C Street, San Rafael, CA, 94901, United States
Please join us for our ongoing exploration of the depths of kirtan and bhajan. We’ll think more deeply about kirtan and sing our hearts out. In the intimate setting of the Temple Room of Open Secret Bookstore.

Matri Satsang of Anandamayi Ma
2016-04-17 17:30 - 19:30 | Sukha Yoga, 1020 Railroad Ave., Novato, 94945, United States
We will gather with the idea of invoking, learning more of and drawing closer to Sri Anandamayi Ma and to the Divine Mother Principle in general. We’ll sing some kirtan, read Ma’s words and discuss them, sing the Ma Chalisa, do some meditation and arati in a very informal setting. We hope you can join us.

Sunday evening, March 20th; 5:30 — 7:30

Sukha Yoga, 1020 Railroad Ave, Novato

From I 101, take the DeLong exit for downtown Novato.
Turn west towards downtown. At the stoplight of Reichert (at Whole Foods) turn right.
The next street, on Grant turn right
Cross the railroad tracks and on Railroad Ave. turn left
Slightly ahead on the right, 2nd floor

For more info call Mangalananda at 707-548-6685

Monthly Kirtan at Open Secret Bookstore
2016-05-12 19:30 - 21:30 | Open Secret Bookstore, 923 C Street, San Rafael, CA, 94901, United States

Matri Satsang of Anandmayi Ma
2016-05-15 17:30 - 19:30 | Sukha Yoga, 1020 Railroad Ave., Novato, 94945, United States

Kirtan in Marin-- Yoga of Sausalito
2016-05-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Yoga of Sausalito, 110 Caledonia Street, Sausalito, CA, United States
Please join us in this beautiful studio in scenic Sausalito, a town by the Bay in Marin, just minutes north of San Francisco. We will be sharing Traditional raga-based kirtan. With Gangadhar on tabla, Bob Couillard on acoustic twelve string, Robert Adamich on bass and Susan Shloss on violin. Come and sing and share the joy!

Kirtan in Berkeley
2016-06-03 19:30 - 21:30 | 4th Street Yoga, 1809 4th St, Berkeley, CA, United States
Barbara at 4th Street Yoga has instigated kirtan on the first Friday of every month at her lovely studio in Berkeley and all of us Bay Area kirtan walle are taking our turn. Come and join us and help support Barbara’s great intention of bring more kirtan to East Bay and to her students. This is a really beautiful space overlooking 4th street and we’ll have a wonderful and uplifiting time. With Robert Adamich on bass, Bob Couillard on twelve string acoustic, Ramana Erickson on tabla and Susan Sholss on violin.

Monthly Kirtan at Open Secret
2016-06-09 19:30 - 21:00 | Open Secret Bookstore, 923 C Street, San Rafael, CA, 94901, United States
Please join us for our ongoing exploration of the depths of kirtan and bhajan. We’ll think more deeply about kirtan and sing our hearts out. In the intimate setting of the Temple Room of Open Secret Bookstore. With Gangadhar on tabla and Bob Couillard on twelve string acoustic.

Kirtan at Integral Yoga in San Francisco
2016-06-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Integral Yoga Institute of San Francisco, 770 Dolores Street, San Francisco, CA, 94114, United States
This is one of the oldest established yoga centers in San Francisco, run by devoted disciples of Sri Swami Satchidananda of the Sivananda lineage. We always have a such a wonderful kirtan here. Come and share the joy!

Anandamayi Ma Ma-- Matri Satsang (date change)
2016-06-26 17:30 | Sukha Yoga, 1020 Railroad Ave., Novato, 94945, United States
DATE CHANGE! OUR THIRD SUNDAY SATSANG NEEDS TO BE ON THE 4TH SUNDAY THIS MONTH AS WE ARE OUT OF TOWN:

We will invoke Sri Anandamayi Ma in song and prayer, read and discuss her teachings and end doing some meditation together; all in an informal atmosphere. Join us to learn more of Anandamayi Ma and the Divine Feminine Principle in general.

Southern CA Tour---- kirtan in Santa Barbara
2016-07-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Santa Barbara Yoga Center, 32 East Micheltorena Street, Santa Barbara, CA, United States
I will be doing a small tour of southern California with two members of my band, being joined by local musicians in each location. Friday night we are at the Santa Barbara Yoga Center. Come chant Traditional kirtan from village India with us!

Kirtan in Encinitas (north of San Diego)
2016-07-09 19:30 - 21:30 | Jyoti Mandir, 200 Coneflower Street, Encinitas, CA, 92024, United States
We will once again be with or friends Sundaram and Hillary at their beautiful events center, Jyoti Mandir. Join us for Traditional kirtan from village India.

Kirtan in Ojai (near Santa Barbara)
2016-07-10 18:30 - 20:30 | Gallery 525, 525 W. El Roblar Drive , Ojai, CA, 93023, United States
We’ll be at the beautiful Gallery 525 sharing Traditional kirtan from village India.

Monthly Kirtan at Open Secret Bookstore
2016-07-14 19:30 - 21:00 | Open Secret Bookstore, 923 C Street, San Rafael, CA, 94901, United States

Kirtan at Sivananda Yoga Farm in Grass Valley
2016-07-16 19:30 - 21:30 | Sivananda Yoga Farm, 14651 Ballantree Lane, Grass Valley, CA, 95949, United States
I will once again be at the beautiful retreat center up in the woods of Grass Valley. Come enjoy a quiet weekend of yogic practice in ideal surroundings.

August for Gloria and me will be a time for retreat and regrouping. The only event I will be doing this month is leading the Matri Satsang meeting on the 21st:
2016-08-04 08:00 - 17:00

Special Guest at Open Secret Kirtan
2016-08-11 19:30 - 21:00 | Open Secret Bookstore, 923 C Street, San Rafael, CA, 94901, United States
This month, my place at the second Thursday Open Secret kirtan will be taken by my dear and revered friend, Prabhu Nam Kaur, the mother of the famous kirtan artist, Sanatam Kaur. Prabhu Nam is the Matriarch of the Sikh Community in the Bay Area and a deep, loving and humble personality. She will present an evening of Sikh bhajans– studying the deep spiritual music of the Guru Granth Sahib. Please join her for a profound spiritual and musical experience.

Thursday, August 11th; Open Secret Bookstore; 923 ‘C’ Street, San Rafael. From 7:30 PM

Matri Satsang of Sri Anandamayi Ma
2016-08-21 17:30 - 19:30 | Sukha Yoga, 1020 Railroad Ave., Novato, 94945, United States
We will gather with the idea of invoking, learning more of and drawing closer to Sri Anandamayi Ma and to the Divine Mother Principle in general. We’ll sing some kirtan, read Ma’s words and discuss them, sing the Ma Chalisa, do some meditation and arati in a very informal setting. We hope you can join us.

From I 101, take the DeLong exit for downtown Novato.
Turn west towards downtown. At the stoplight of Reichert (at Whole Foods) turn right.
The next street, on Grant turn right
Cross the railroad tracks and on Railroad Ave. turn left
Slightly ahead on the right, 2nd floor

CD Release Concert and Party
2016-09-03 19:30 - 21:00 | The Marin School Performing Arts Center, 150 North San Pedro Road, San Rafael, CA, United States
Mangalananda and Friends have now recorded the album “Auspicious Bliss” to bring the ancient mantras of Sacred Chant alive, give them beautiful settings and to capture the spirit of authentic kirtan. So it’s time for a CD Release Concert and Party on Sept 3rd!
Performing with Mangalananda are Prajna Vieira from the band Mukti; David Estes from his band Ananda Rasa Kirtan; Ramana Erickson on tabla; Greg Barnett on bass and acoustic classical; Bob Couillard on twelve-string acoustic; Susan Shloss on violin and Dharma Devi DeLong on flutes. Special guests will be Radhanath Das and Kilimbi Dasi. This experienced “Super Group” presents the chants with a shared chemistry, artistry and enthusiasm that places kirtan on a new artistic & spiritual level. Come and share the Auspicious Bliss!

Monthly Kirtan at Open Secret Bookstor
2016-09-08 19:30 - 20:00 | Open Secret Bookstore, 923 C Street, San Rafael, CA, 94901, United States

Bhakti Fest
2016-09-10 14:00 - 15:30 | Bhakti Fest, Joshua Tree, CA, United States
We will performing at Bhakti Fest on Saturday, September 10th at 2:00 PM

Kirtan at 4th Street Yoga in Berkeley
2016-10-07 19:30 - 21:00 | 4th Street Yoga, 1809 4th St, Berkeley, CA, United States
Please join us for supporting Barbara in her dream of hosting kirtan the first Friday of every month in her beautfiul studio space overlooking 4th Street. Accompanying me will be Bob Couillard on twelve string acoustic, Robert Adamich on bass, Susan Shloss on violin, Ramana Erickson on tabla and Upendra Wrinkle on flute. Come and sing, dance and experience the joy of Traditional kirtan!
