Our hearts long to be in union with the Divine. This practice of devotional singing is the expression of our love for our Creator.
Coming together to sing is profoundly powerful and sacred. This is a common part of rituals and tradition across all cultures, religions and spiritual lineages. Our ancestors knew of the medicine that lives within the essence of a song and the joy and liberation that we can access through our voice. When we sing the names of the Divine in collective devotion we access ecstatic states of Divine Union, Eternal Presence and Unconditional Love. This is truly a beautiful way to share your heart and emotions with the Divine.
Kirtan is an ancient practice of singing mantras that originates from South India. The word ‘Kirtan’ is a Sanskrit word meaning to call, sing, praise, or glorify. It is said in Hindu texts that Kirtan itself is eternal, such that it has always existed. In our current understanding of the timeline it would appear that Kirtan started gaining momentum on the physical plane between the 6th - 15th centuries.
Kirtan is a call and response style of singing such that those in attendance can learn the songs as we go. The songs are fairly simple and you’ll learn them rather quickly!
We will be seated for the evening either on the grass or potentially a rocky beach so bring whatever you’ll need to be comfortable!
Please arrive a few minutes early to park & walk to the area where we’ll be singing together.
Check the FB page for exact location & message Suntaya with any questions at 859-620-0406
*when you arrive at Seward Park you can either drive to the south side with the view of Tahoma Mt (Mt Rainier) and park there and walk down the path OR drive up into the wooded foresty area, pass the first parking lot with the shelters & swing set and then park in the 2nd lot and walk down the hill.
Sliding Scale Donation: $22 - $44
Financial Support Ticket: $11
Please reach out to us directly if you’re unable to pay the requested donation amount.