This is the day of Swami  Sivananda's Birthday, and the Institute has invited me to share stories of the Great Master that I have heard over the years from the many direct disciples I have met, ranging from Swami Chidananda to Swami Satchidananda, with many in between. This will be interspersed with Name kirtan with […]

Come and join us in the intimate and informal setting for deep exploration in kirtan--new ones every month. With Narayandas Ruff on twelve string, Upendra Wrinkle on flute and Gangadhar Gerhard on tabla

Five full days of kirtan on two stages, yoga classes, lectures, clothes and books vendors and general festive fun. Some of the most renowned kirtan artists in the world are always there. This year is the 10th anniversary and Dr. Deepak Chopra will be the special guest. The regulars such as Krishna Das, Jai Utal, […]

Our unstoppable duet of Ragis, Swamiji and I are back together. For years we sang and taught together throughout India and Europe. Now Swamiji is doing the crucial fundraising tour for our school in India alone. Come and sing with us (we'll do some of our old favorites) and support our school in India. We […]

We continue our fundraising kirtans, now in the  East Bay. Santpreet Hira on tabla

This is a special time to meet our wonderful Swamiji in an intimate and informal setting. There will be the IYI kirtan, and some kirtan from us, then all will be able to ask Swamiji questions. Come and meet this gentle giant of love and wisdom and interact with joy! With Ramana Erickson on tabla