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Questions about a session, the practice, or how to begin? Send us a note and a member of our community will reply.
Where to find us
Our online kirtans are held Thursday nights at 8:00 Central Time over Zoom. View dates and access details on our Meetup schedule and join from anywhere.
The community is based in Chicago and Evanston. When in-person gatherings return, they will be announced through the newsletter first.
Online schedule
Kirtans are held Thursday nights at 8:00 Central Time. Every date and Zoom access detail is kept on Meetup.
Newsletter
A short note, usually weekly, announcing upcoming events. Use the form above to contact us.
A few common questions
Is it really free?
Yes. Every session, every time. The teaching was given to us freely, and we pass it on the same way.
Do I need to be Hindu, or religious at all?
No. The practice is spiritual, not religious. There are no doctrines to accept and no group to join. If you already have a spiritual path, you do not need to give it up — you can add this to what you are already doing.
Do I have to join something?
No. There is no membership, no sign-up form for the organization itself, no levels to graduate through. Sign up on Meetup or subscribe to our email newsletter if you would like reminders. Otherwise, just show up.
I’ve used meditation apps. Will this feel different?
Yes. Kirtan is a live, communal practice. You are not pressing play — you are in a room with other people, doing the same thing at the same time. Most students who switch over say it is not comparable.
Can I just listen, or do I have to chant?
Just listen, if that is what feels right. Many students spend their first few sessions purely listening. You can sing along when, and if, you want to.
Where can I learn more between sessions?
The recorded talks at wisdom.yoga are a good companion, including the accessible introductory talks of Acharya das.