Mantra are powerful tools to direct the energy of the mind towards something positive. Traditional Mantra are in Sanskrit and can have different intentions and purposes. The harmonium is an instrument often used to accompany Mantra and Kirtan.

Kirtan is the wonderful practice of singing Mantra together. Each part of the Mantra is sung by the Kirtan leader and repeated by the audience. In this way, it is a collaborative experience. Different instruments can be used to lead and percussion can accompany a Kirtan. Both, Mantra & Kirtan have their roots in the Bhakti Yoga tradition.

Leading Mantra & Kirtan

I wrote an 8 weeks course to dive deeper into the topic of Mantra chanting and leading Kirtan. In this course we look at:

opening the voice
using the breath
finding the rhythm
Om, Gayatri, Mahamritunjaya Mantra*
Ganesha, Shiva, Devi, Krishna Kirtan*
context of Mantra, Kirtan, Bhakti Yoga
leading a Kirtan

*Together we choose suitable Mantra & Kirtan for you to learn during these 8 weeks.

The course content is adapted to your needs and skills. It can be completed with the voice only, or with a harmonium or guitar. Email me for the info booklet.

Email me for course info

What Students Are Saying

“Kirtan is such a powerful practice and as a beginner it can be a little intimidating but seeing the way Norina embodies the practice with grace and joy and ease inspired me to believe that I could do the same.

It’s a rare opportunity to learn with such a genuine, skilled and heart-felt Kirtanist. “

— Rebecca, student in 2021

“Norina has that very special ability to create a strong and supportive container in which I feel safe and encouraged to be just who I am. She beautifully leads with ease, humility and integrity.

Her deep knowledge about Mantra and music makes her teachings profound and long lasting.”

— Luxmi, student in 2021