What is Kirtan? with Mike Cohen [Episode 208]

For those of you want to find out what Kirtan is, or are intimidated by singing Kirtan, this is the episode for you! Mike Cohen, founder of the Boulder, CO-based Kirtan Institute, teaches us about this ancient practice of singing mantras in part one of a two-part series. We'll hear Mike's unique perspective as a Kirtan leader about the energetic effects of Kirtan, how he makes mantras more accessible, and how Kirtan connects us to community. From the origins of Kirtan and its place in a Bhakti yoga practice to the power of Kirtan as a tool for moving away from ego, this episode will absolutely convince you to try Kirtan if you haven't already! --- Founder of the Boulder, CO based Kirtan Leader Institute, Mike Cohen has trained and apprenticed hundreds of Kirtan Leaders across the world since 2010, from total beginners to students he helped create and release original chant Kirtan albums. Mike guides his students to launch their home chant practices, share Kirtan with others, lead bands, build thriving chant communities, write compelling original music, tour, play at festivals, create beautiful Kirtan albums and transform who they are being in the world. You can find out more info at www.MikeCohenKirtan.com. Special Guest: Mike Cohen www.MikeCohenKirtan.com Those who want to learn to chant at home can access the details on our 3-Session Summer Special at https://www.facebook.com/events/2074419922828384/ and register here - https://tickets.brightstarevents.com/event/launch-your-home-chant-practice-summer-special Use Promo Code "SUMMER SPECIAL" for a $49 discount! How to Buy a Harmonium and not a Headache Creator & Host: Brett Larkin http://www.brettlarkin.com/ Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com Producer: Benn Mendelson www.sivanaspirit.com www.sivanapodcast.com Please consider leaving us a rating or review on iTunes! Not sure how? Follow the steps at www.sivanaspirit.com/review