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Bring the Light Inside! November Sacred Chant Concert ~ Portland!
September Sacred Chant Concert! Kirtan with Kavita Kat Macmillan and the Open Heart Sangha Band
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa
A 13-WEEK ONLINE WORKSHOP
Tuesdays Sept 10th-Dec 3rd, 2024
5pm-6pm OR 10am-11am. All times Pacific
The Hanuman Chalisa is a 40-verse song to Hanuman, the most devoted servant of Ram, praising his exploits from the spiritual epic 'The Ramayana.' The practice of chanting the Chalisa is a life-changing journey into one’s own heart space, opening us to the love within and without of which we are all a part.
In this online Satsang, we will meet each week to cover another section of the Hanuman Chalisa adding on to what we have learned in previous weeks. The rhythmic cadence of the song is a way to unlock the practice and with this in mind, we will practice both singing & saying the words. Attention will also be given to pronunciation and meaning.
No experience necessary, ALL are welcome. Chant sheets will be sent out prior to the first class.
ALL are welcome to join in on any Tuesday session as a drop-in.
Suggested donation $108 for the 13 week course or $10.08/weekly drop-in.
Please get in touch if you would like to offer a donation for someone else to attend, arrange a payment plan, or request a scholarship.
JAI HANUMAN!
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa
A 13-WEEK ONLINE WORKSHOP
Tuesdays Sept 10th-Dec 3rd, 2024
5pm-6pm OR 10am-11am. All times Pacific
The Hanuman Chalisa is a 40-verse song to Hanuman, the most devoted servant of Ram, praising his exploits from the spiritual epic 'The Ramayana.' The practice of chanting the Chalisa is a life-changing journey into one’s own heart space, opening us to the love within and without of which we are all a part.
In this online Satsang, we will meet each week to cover another section of the Hanuman Chalisa adding on to what we have learned in previous weeks. The rhythmic cadence of the song is a way to unlock the practice and with this in mind, we will practice both singing & saying the words. Attention will also be given to pronunciation and meaning.
No experience necessary, ALL are welcome. Chant sheets will be sent out prior to the first class.
ALL are welcome to join in on any Tuesday session as a drop-in.
Suggested donation $108 for the 13 week course or $10.08/weekly drop-in.
Please get in touch if you would like to offer a donation for someone else to attend, arrange a payment plan, or request a scholarship.
JAI HANUMAN!
Wake up the Heart ~ A Sound Yoga & Sacred Music Retreat! Lake Atitlan, Guatemala January 2025
Join devotional musician and creative guide Kavita Kat Macmillan for this week of Bhakti music, sound yoga, vocal opening, and deep practice. Kavita will be supported by multi-instrumentalist & Celtic harper Dave Hoover as well as other esteemed guests to guide this heart-opening week of Bhakti practice.
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa
A 13-WEEK ONLINE WORKSHOP
Tuesdays Sept 10th-Dec 3rd, 2024
5pm-6pm OR 10am-11am. All times Pacific
The Hanuman Chalisa is a 40-verse song to Hanuman, the most devoted servant of Ram, praising his exploits from the spiritual epic 'The Ramayana.' The practice of chanting the Chalisa is a life-changing journey into one’s own heart space, opening us to the love within and without of which we are all a part.
In this online Satsang, we will meet each week to cover another section of the Hanuman Chalisa adding on to what we have learned in previous weeks. The rhythmic cadence of the song is a way to unlock the practice and with this in mind, we will practice both singing & saying the words. Attention will also be given to pronunciation and meaning.
No experience necessary, ALL are welcome. Chant sheets will be sent out prior to the first class.
ALL are welcome to join in on any Tuesday session as a drop-in.
Suggested donation $108 for the 13 week course or $10.08/weekly drop-in.
Please get in touch if you would like to offer a donation for someone else to attend, arrange a payment plan, or request a scholarship.
JAI HANUMAN!
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa
A 13-WEEK ONLINE WORKSHOP
Tuesdays Sept 10th-Dec 3rd, 2024
5pm-6pm OR 10am-11am. All times Pacific
The Hanuman Chalisa is a 40-verse song to Hanuman, the most devoted servant of Ram, praising his exploits from the spiritual epic 'The Ramayana.' The practice of chanting the Chalisa is a life-changing journey into one’s own heart space, opening us to the love within and without of which we are all a part.
In this online Satsang, we will meet each week to cover another section of the Hanuman Chalisa adding on to what we have learned in previous weeks. The rhythmic cadence of the song is a way to unlock the practice and with this in mind, we will practice both singing & saying the words. Attention will also be given to pronunciation and meaning.
No experience necessary, ALL are welcome. Chant sheets will be sent out prior to the first class.
ALL are welcome to join in on any Tuesday session as a drop-in.
Suggested donation $108 for the 13 week course or $10.08/weekly drop-in.
Please get in touch if you would like to offer a donation for someone else to attend, arrange a payment plan, or request a scholarship.
JAI HANUMAN!
The Deep Practice of Harmonium & Chanting! An Introduction…
A woman in Indian clothing playing a harmonium
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa
A 13-WEEK ONLINE WORKSHOP
Tuesdays Sept 10th-Dec 3rd, 2024
5pm-6pm OR 10am-11am. All times Pacific
The Hanuman Chalisa is a 40-verse song to Hanuman, the most devoted servant of Ram, praising his exploits from the spiritual epic 'The Ramayana.' The practice of chanting the Chalisa is a life-changing journey into one’s own heart space, opening us to the love within and without of which we are all a part.
In this online Satsang, we will meet each week to cover another section of the Hanuman Chalisa adding on to what we have learned in previous weeks. The rhythmic cadence of the song is a way to unlock the practice and with this in mind, we will practice both singing & saying the words. Attention will also be given to pronunciation and meaning.
No experience necessary, ALL are welcome. Chant sheets will be sent out prior to the first class.
ALL are welcome to join in on any Tuesday session as a drop-in.
Suggested donation $108 for the 13 week course or $10.08/weekly drop-in.
Please get in touch if you would like to offer a donation for someone else to attend, arrange a payment plan, or request a scholarship.
JAI HANUMAN!
Echoes of the Heart: Kirtan with Shantala and friends
Please join us as we are returning to the Portland Insight Meditation Center as part of our Fall 2024 "Echoes of the Heart" tour. Featuring Steve Gorn, Sean Frenette, Kristin Wheary and Kat MacMillan.
We encourage you to purchase your ticket in advance.
TICKET LINK HERE
About The Artists...
HEATHER and BENJY WERTHEIMER have been leading kirtan (sacred chanting) worldwide since 2001 as the duo SHANTALA. They are known for their special gift of bringing the audience into a vast and loving experience through their unique blend of exquisite voices with instruments of India and the West. Together they create music with beauty, passion, and reverence. Heather and Benjy have released many beautiful and well-loved albums of sacred chant music since 2003, including Living Waters, Jaya, LIVE in love, Sri, The Love Window, LIVE2love and FIVE. They also have a passionate international online following, with hundreds of thousands of YouTube video views, millions of iTunes/Apple Music downloads, and millions of streams on Spotify. Shantala has performed and recorded internationally with such sacred music luminaries as Krishna Das, Deva Premal & Miten, and Jai Uttal.
STEVE GORN has performed Indian classical music on the bansuri bamboo flute in concerts and festivals throughout the world. A disciple of Sri Gour Goswami of Kolkata, and Pandit Raghunath Seth of Mumbai, he is well known to audiences in India and the west. He has been praised by critics and leading Indian musicians as one of the few westerners recognized to have captured the subtlety and beauty of Indian music. A Grammy winner and five time Grammy nominee, Steve Gorn is creating a new idiom, a music that combines the essence of classical Indian tradition with a contemporary world music sensibility. The strength of this music arises from a virtuoso mastery, generating a vibrant fusion, alive and accessible to western ears. From Indian classical music to world music and jazz projects with Paul Simon, Jack DeJohnette, Paul Winter and others, Steve infuses great mastery with a haunting, lyrical sweetness to bring the healing breath of the sacred to our demanding contemporary lives.
Guitarist, multi-instrumentalist, composer, singer-songwriter SEAN FRENETTE has been inspiring audiences with the passion, virtuosity, and spirit of his unique musical performances. With 3 string guitar, electric-classical guitar, woodwinds, piano and voice, Sean artfully blends improvisation and slow-crafted composition, as well as a great breadth of musical influences (Michael Hedges, Eliot Fisk, Jimi Hendrix, Zakir Hussain, Edgar Meyer, Björk, Jeff Buckley, Fela Kuti, Tool, Thelonius Monk, Debussy, and Bach.) That Sean's solo music covers a wide range is not surprising given his background: he is a conservatory-trained classical guitarist, a long-time student of Indian classical vocal music, a prolific composer, a wildly creative improviser, and a passionate educator. Sean's love and appreciation of music and art from all over the world and from many time periods comes through in the joyful way in which he weaves his own music of the many threads humanity has collectively spun. Sean's music is a sprawling synthesis of innovation and tradition, a vibrant, captivating musical tapestry.
KAVITA KAT MACMILLAN is a musician, yoga instructor, workshop facilitator and transformational creative guide who brings over 20 years of teaching & sharing kirtan & study of nada (sound) yoga to her classes and offerings. Kavita's 'Open Heart Kirtan' presents traditional mantras in original compositions with Western and Indian influences. Through her musical offerings, yoga asana classes & ‘Open your Voice ~ Open your Heart’ workshops, Kavita guides students towards authentic voice & movement focused on letting go of patterns that get in the way of artistic expression. Kavita’s album “The Beloved Lives Inside” is available for streaming worldwide
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa
A 13-WEEK ONLINE WORKSHOP
Tuesdays Sept 10th-Dec 3rd, 2024
5pm-6pm OR 10am-11am. All times Pacific
The Hanuman Chalisa is a 40-verse song to Hanuman, the most devoted servant of Ram, praising his exploits from the spiritual epic 'The Ramayana.' The practice of chanting the Chalisa is a life-changing journey into one’s own heart space, opening us to the love within and without of which we are all a part.
In this online Satsang, we will meet each week to cover another section of the Hanuman Chalisa adding on to what we have learned in previous weeks. The rhythmic cadence of the song is a way to unlock the practice and with this in mind, we will practice both singing & saying the words. Attention will also be given to pronunciation and meaning.
No experience necessary, ALL are welcome. Chant sheets will be sent out prior to the first class.
ALL are welcome to join in on any Tuesday session as a drop-in.
Suggested donation $108 for the 13 week course or $10.08/weekly drop-in.
Please get in touch if you would like to offer a donation for someone else to attend, arrange a payment plan, or request a scholarship.
JAI HANUMAN!
Sound Sanctuary! A Fall Bhakti Retreat
Come spend an intimate weekend exploring Sacred Sound and Devotional practice in community!
Sound Sanctuary: A Fall Bhakti Retreat! This October 18-20th join Kavita and the Open Heart Sangha musicians in the woods of Philomath, Oregon. We will explore voice and devotional music, and enjoy the power and magnificence of the Pacific Northwest. Accommodations will be at the SohA: Sanctuary of Healing Arts and the retreat is graciously supported by the SohA foundation.
SoHA is a philanthropic private membership association for the expansion of individual and collective consciousness through participation in the healing arts and high vibrational gatherings on a 142 acre rain forest retreat center environment.
Details about arrival on Friday to be posted soon. We will gather in the early evening on October 18th and share a vegetarian meal. An Opening Circle will follow, bringing us together to begin our weekend journey. See preliminary schedule below for more!
Exchange for Weekend Workshop: includes all sessions + community meal Friday & Saturday + simple breakfast Saturday & fruit and snacks during the weekend. Participants can add to Saturday breakfast and will take care of their own lunch, either in the communal kitchen or in nearby Philomath which has cafes.
We are offering various choices for regsitration to help make this weekend accessible to ALL. Inquire work-trade opportunities. Your registration helps support SoHA’s all volunteer staff, our musicians & our cook for the weekend!
Exchange Details: Retreat without lodging on-site
$333 : pay it forward offering
$280 : sustaining offering
$250 : community offering (SOLD OUT)
Weekend REGISTRATION LINK HERE
On-site accommodations in temple building & other building:
**Please email info@kavitakatmacmillan.com with your housing preference and we will let you know if it is still availble. Then reserve by Zelle to : macmillan.kat@gmail.com
$120 / night (room with a full bed for 1 )
or $140 / night (room with a full bed for 2)
2 rooms available
$70 / night per person (room with full bed and twin bed for 2 people)
$65 / night per person (room with full bed and twin bed for 3 people)
2 rooms available
$70 / night per person (room with 5 full beds loft style for 5 people)
1 room available (for 5)
Alternate on-site accommodations can be made available for sliding scale if the above fills. $65-120 / night as above (private/ shared etc.)
Also inquire about camping or RV possibilities $55 / night
Saturday activities only $150 / Kirtan only Sat $25
OR Register via: ZELLE to macmillan.kat@gmail.com
FOR Accommodations:
Email your housing preference to : macmillan.kat@gmail.com
These will be filled on a first come basis and housing can be paid via Zelle - macmillan.kat@gmail.com. OR Venmo - @kat-macmillan
PRELIMINARY RETREAT SCHEDULE (subject to surprises!)
Friday, Oct 18th
6 pm vegetarian meal
7-8:30 Opening Circle
Saturday, Oct 19th
7:30- 9 yoga asana + sound & silent meditation
9-11 breakfast and rest
11-1 Hanuman Chalisa
1-3 lunch, rest, practice or explore the grounds or town
3:30-5:30 Voice and Bhakti play shop
7-9 Saturday night Kirtan
Sunday, Oct 15th
7:30-9 yoga asana + sound & silent meditation
9-10 breakfast
10:30-11:30 Hanuman Chalisa
1:30-2:30 Sharing food and stories
2:30- 3:30 Closing Bhakti Circle
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa
A 13-WEEK ONLINE WORKSHOP
Tuesdays Sept 10th-Dec 3rd, 2024
5pm-6pm OR 10am-11am. All times Pacific
The Hanuman Chalisa is a 40-verse song to Hanuman, the most devoted servant of Ram, praising his exploits from the spiritual epic 'The Ramayana.' The practice of chanting the Chalisa is a life-changing journey into one’s own heart space, opening us to the love within and without of which we are all a part.
In this online Satsang, we will meet each week to cover another section of the Hanuman Chalisa adding on to what we have learned in previous weeks. The rhythmic cadence of the song is a way to unlock the practice and with this in mind, we will practice both singing & saying the words. Attention will also be given to pronunciation and meaning.
No experience necessary, ALL are welcome. Chant sheets will be sent out prior to the first class.
ALL are welcome to join in on any Tuesday session as a drop-in.
Suggested donation $108 for the 13 week course or $10.08/weekly drop-in.
Please get in touch if you would like to offer a donation for someone else to attend, arrange a payment plan, or request a scholarship.
JAI HANUMAN!
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa
A 13-WEEK ONLINE WORKSHOP
Tuesdays Sept 10th-Dec 3rd, 2024
5pm-6pm OR 10am-11am. All times Pacific
The Hanuman Chalisa is a 40-verse song to Hanuman, the most devoted servant of Ram, praising his exploits from the spiritual epic 'The Ramayana.' The practice of chanting the Chalisa is a life-changing journey into one’s own heart space, opening us to the love within and without of which we are all a part.
In this online Satsang, we will meet each week to cover another section of the Hanuman Chalisa adding on to what we have learned in previous weeks. The rhythmic cadence of the song is a way to unlock the practice and with this in mind, we will practice both singing & saying the words. Attention will also be given to pronunciation and meaning.
No experience necessary, ALL are welcome. Chant sheets will be sent out prior to the first class.
ALL are welcome to join in on any Tuesday session as a drop-in.
Suggested donation $108 for the 13 week course or $10.08/weekly drop-in.
Please get in touch if you would like to offer a donation for someone else to attend, arrange a payment plan, or request a scholarship.
JAI HANUMAN!
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa
A 13-WEEK ONLINE WORKSHOP
Tuesdays Sept 19th-Dec 5th, 2023
5pm-6pm OR 10am-11am. All times Pacific
The Hanuman Chalisa is a 40-verse song to Hanuman, the most devoted servant of Ram, praising his exploits from the spiritual epic 'The Ramayana.' The practice of chanting the Chalisa is a life-changing journey into one’s own heart space, opening us to the love within and without of which we are all a part.
In this online Satsang, we will meet each week to cover another section of the Hanuman Chalisa adding on to what we have learned in previous weeks. The rhythmic cadence of the song is a way to unlock the practice and with this in mind, we will practice both singing & saying the words. Attention will also be given to pronunciation and meaning.
No experience necessary, ALL are welcome. Chant sheets will be sent out prior to the first class.
ALL are welcome to join in on any Tuesday session as a drop-in.
Suggested donation $108 for the 13 week course or $10.08/weekly drop-in.
Please get in touch if you would like to offer a donation for someone else to attend, arrange a payment plan, or request a scholarship.
JAI HANUMAN!
Bhaktifest! September 27-29 2024
Join Kavita and a host of other world renowned artists, teachers & practitioners to sink into the BHAV during these 3 special days in the Southern California desert of Joshua Tree.
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa
A 13-WEEK ONLINE WORKSHOP
Tuesdays Sept 10th-Dec 3rd, 2024
5pm-6pm OR 10am-11am. All times Pacific
The Hanuman Chalisa is a 40-verse song to Hanuman, the most devoted servant of Ram, praising his exploits from the spiritual epic 'The Ramayana.' The practice of chanting the Chalisa is a life-changing journey into one’s own heart space, opening us to the love within and without of which we are all a part.
In this online Satsang, we will meet each week to cover another section of the Hanuman Chalisa adding on to what we have learned in previous weeks. The rhythmic cadence of the song is a way to unlock the practice and with this in mind, we will practice both singing & saying the words. Attention will also be given to pronunciation and meaning.
No experience necessary, ALL are welcome. Chant sheets will be sent out prior to the first class.
ALL are welcome to join in on any Tuesday session as a drop-in.
Suggested donation $108 for the 13 week course or $10.08/weekly drop-in.
Please get in touch if you would like to offer a donation for someone else to attend, arrange a payment plan, or request a scholarship.
JAI HANUMAN!
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa
A 13-WEEK ONLINE WORKSHOP
Tuesdays Sept 19th-Dec 5th, 2023
5pm-6pm OR 10am-11am. All times Pacific
The Hanuman Chalisa is a 40-verse song to Hanuman, the most devoted servant of Ram, praising his exploits from the spiritual epic 'The Ramayana.' The practice of chanting the Chalisa is a life-changing journey into one’s own heart space, opening us to the love within and without of which we are all a part.
In this online Satsang, we will meet each week to cover another section of the Hanuman Chalisa adding on to what we have learned in previous weeks. The rhythmic cadence of the song is a way to unlock the practice and with this in mind, we will practice both singing & saying the words. Attention will also be given to pronunciation and meaning.
No experience necessary, ALL are welcome. Chant sheets will be sent out prior to the first class.
ALL are welcome to join in on any Tuesday session as a drop-in.
Suggested donation $108 for the 13 week course or $10.08/weekly drop-in.
Please get in touch if you would like to offer a donation for someone else to attend, arrange a payment plan, or request a scholarship.
JAI HANUMAN!
September Sacred Chant Concert ~ Portland!
September Sacred Chant Concert! Kirtan with Kavita Kat Macmillan and the Open Heart Sangha Band
Corvallis Friday Night Kirtan Series!
Corvallis Friday Night Kirtan Series, Corvallis, Oregon
We are thrilled to be returning to the community in Corvallis to share a night of Kirtan and Sacred Chant!
Kavita Kat Macmillan & the Open Heart Sangha band
Friday September 13th
7pm-8:30 pm
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
2945 NW Circle Blvd. Corvallis, OR
$25 day of suggested donation / $23 reserved
TICKET LINK : https://ticketstripe.com/corvallissept2024
ALL are welcome - donations at the door / offer what you can appreciated
With : Kavita Kat Macmillan (harmonium & Voice )
+ Alex Milsted (guitar & voice) Jeanettee Kangas (tabla) & Alexa Lux (harmony vocals) Dave Hoover (harp & flutes)
Seva is always available, reach out if you would like to volunteer to help and exchange that way. ( :
info@kavitakatmacmillan.com
Sacred Chant & Kirtan in Roseburg with Kavita Kat Macmillan & the Open Heart Sangha
Roseburg Kirtan with Kavita Kat Macmillan and the Open Heart Sangha Band at the Umpqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation
Ashland Kirtan Collective hosts Kavita Kat Macmillan & the Open Heart Sangha + special guests
Ashland Kirtan with Kavita Kat Macmillan and the Open Heart Sangha Band
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa!
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa
A 13-WEEK ONLINE WORKSHOP
Tuesdays Sept 19th-Dec 5th, 2023
5pm-6pm OR 10am-11am. All times Pacific
The Hanuman Chalisa is a 40-verse song to Hanuman, the most devoted servant of Ram, praising his exploits from the spiritual epic 'The Ramayana.' The practice of chanting the Chalisa is a life-changing journey into one’s own heart space, opening us to the love within and without of which we are all a part.
In this online Satsang, we will meet each week to cover another section of the Hanuman Chalisa adding on to what we have learned in previous weeks. The rhythmic cadence of the song is a way to unlock the practice and with this in mind, we will practice both singing & saying the words. Attention will also be given to pronunciation and meaning.
No experience necessary, ALL are welcome. Chant sheets will be sent out prior to the first class.
ALL are welcome to join in on any Tuesday session as a drop-in.
Suggested donation $108 for the 13 week course or $10.08/weekly drop-in.
Please get in touch if you would like to offer a donation for someone else to attend, arrange a payment plan, or request a scholarship.
JAI HANUMAN!
August Sacred Chant Concert with special guest Sitaram Dass
Join us friends on this August evening for a heart-filled celebration of Bhakti Yoga & devotion!
Chant leaders Sitaram Dass & Kavita Kat Macmillan will offer call and response
and unison chanting of Sanskrit mantra and heart songs!
No experience necessary, come as you are, chant sheets will be provided and / or mantras will be taught.
With:
Sitaram Dass
Kavita Kat Macmillan
and the Open Heart Sangha band: Jeanettee Kangas (tabla) Alex Milsted (guitar) Alexa Lux (response voice)
plus special guest Clark Stacer (bass)
Saturday, April 27th: 7-9 pm
Portland Insight Meditation Center
6536 SE Duke Street
Portland, OR 97206
Please reserve in advance to help organizers plan!
$23 reserved / $25-30 suggested door (all are welcome, NOTAFLOF)
Get in touch for Seva opportunities: info@kavitakatmacmillan.com
about your hosts:
Sitaram Dass (K. Sandin, LCSW) spent several years serving his beloved teacher Ram Dass on Maui, where he was shown the path of Bhakti Yoga, the yoga of service and devotion to God. As the Director of the Sacred Community Project he works to lower the barriers of access to contemplative and devotional practices through affordable, free, and donation-based offerings, spiritual support, and prison outreach. His book, From and for God, is an intimate and contemplative collection of writings on the spiritual path. For more info and links : sitaramdass.com
Kavita Kat Macmillan is a devotional musician and transformational creative guide. Kavita brings over 20 years of deep study and personal practice in Naad (Sound) Yoga, Hindustani Classical music, Classical Yoga, and Bhakti devotional practices to her offerings. Inspired by her own journey in Sacred Sound practice, Kavita is a dedicated passionate guide, sharing the healing power of Kirtan and the authentic voice with others. Kavita offers group and private courses as well as in-depth mentoring programs and presents at spiritual festivals and retreats Internationally. For more info and links: kavitakatmacmillan.com
July Outdoor Sacred Chant Concert
Come out and celebrate the beauty of Summer! Let’s sing the names together!
It's the height of summer friends, let's gather to sing the names!
As part of the garden concert series hosted by Elie Cole, Kavita Kat Macmillan & the Open Heart Sangha band will be offering an Outdoor Sacred Chant Concert in July. We are so excited to return to Elie’s beautiful garden!
We will share Sanskrit chants and spirit songs, bathing in the love and light felt when we connect with 'Bhakti' the heart of devotional practice.
Kavita Kat Macmillan (harmonium & vocals)
Alex Milsted (guitar and voice), Jeanettee Kangas (tabla), Dave Hoover (harp & flutes), & Alexa Lux (harmony vocals)
ALL are welcome!
Get in touch for seva opportunities, this is an all ages event - children free.
Thursday, July 25th: 7-8:45 pm
Private Residence
16885 SE Carmel Ct., Oak Grove, OR
$23 reserved / $25-30 suggested door (all are welcome, NOTAFLOF)
ticket link: https://ticketstripe.com/julyoutdoorsacredchant2024
Get in touch for Seva opportunities: info@kavitakatmacmillan.com
A Retreat for your Soul - Yoga and Sacred Sound
A Retreat for Your Soul - Yoga and Sacred Sound
June 28-30, 2024
Trout Lake Abbey Retreat Center
Quiet your mind, engage your body, and be deeply nourished in this immersive 2-night, 3-day retreat that includes yoga, meditation, breathwork, kirtan, sacred sound, intuitive healing, locally sourced organic food, nature, and so much more!
The retreat will take place at the beautiful Trout Lake Abbey, a Buddhist retreat center and organic farm, located on a 23 acre sanctuary with a stunning view of Mt Adams. The Abbey's mission is to support the well-being of all living things and provides a home for people of all beliefs to find peace.
Pricing starts at $595 per person.
Your Retreat Facilitators:
Crystal Borup, Yoga & Meditation
Crystal is a Retreat Leader, Yoga and Meditation Teacher, Reiki Master, and Author of Yoga Beyond the Physical. She is the co-founder of the Teton Yoga Festival and Leaders of Unity. She is passionate about aligning individuals with a higher purpose, that supports the well-being of our planet, and strengthens the interconnectedness of humanity. @crystalborup
Kavita Kat Macmillan, Kirtan & Sacred Sound
Kavita is a musician, performer and transformational creative guide who brings over 20 years of teaching, sharing kirtan & study of Naad (sound) yoga & Hindustani vocal practice to her classes and offerings. She facilitates at retreats, workshops, private & group classes & spiritual festivals internationally. @kavitakatmacmillan
Special Guest: Reneé Anderson, Intuitive Healer
Renee’ Anderson is an intuitive healer who specializes in easing difficult life transitions by channeling divine guidance. Through the use of symbolism, oracle cards, and crystals Renee is able to help clients clarify hard decisions, work through trauma, and release stagnant energy. Each therapy session will calm your nervous system and provide gentle guidance on your life path. @wildoregongirl
Private Sessions - Intuitive Healing with Renee' Anderson
You will have the opportunity to book private sessions with Renee' Anderson. Each therapy session will calm your nervous system and provide gentle guidance on your life path. Renee is a non denominational minister who works with all religions, races, orientations, and genders. Her goal is to heal disease through a holistic mindset, one that aligns spirit, body, and mind. Each session is custom tailored to assist the recipient with their personal goals and highest good.
Caterer: Kristen Young, Private Chef
Kristen Young started cooking at an early age alongside her mother and Grandfather. She attended culinary school in Chicago, promptly moved to San Diego where she worked as a Private Chef for over 10 years. With the help of some friends, Kristen created a pop up dinner group called Table by Destination, t.b.d., featuring themed dinners based on the seasons, the location and their whims. They partnered with farms, breweries and wineries to create unique, one time only dinner events for people to enjoy. Now here, in the Columbia Gorge, Kristen still cooks and occasionally hosts pop up dinners at her property pulling from her garden and what nature has to offer. An Advent gardener and baker, she also loves to explore nature by hiking and paddle boarding.
Photographer: Kelly Turso
Kelly Turso has been a professional photographer for over 20 years she attended university of the arts in philadelphia and received a bfa in photography. Her work includes editorial, fashion, architecture and interior design, documentary and also working with authors to help their books come alive. She has traveled all over but is currently located in the pacific northwest, although still has roots in New York City and frequents there very often. Turso remains an active professional and will always indulge in her love for photography. @kellytursophoto
Kelly will divide her time during the retreat between taking photos and actively participating in the experience. Her goal is to capture the magic of our retreat, ensuring that all participants have something to remember our special weekend. A link will be emailed to everyone after Kelly is done editing and uploading the photos. Once Kelly completes the editing and uploading process, a link to all the retreat photos will be emailed to everyone. These photos will be accessible for purchase and download.
Tentative Schedule:
Friday
1:00 PM Check in
4:00 - 6:00 PM Welcome Class
6:00 - 7:00 PM Dinner
7:00 - 8:30 PM Class
Saturday
8:00 - 9:00 AM Class
9:00 - 10:00 AM Breakfast
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Class TBD
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Lunch
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Class
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Dinner
7:00 - 8:30 PM Class
Sunday
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Class
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Breakfast
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Closing Class
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Lunch
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Final Class TND
Checkout TBD
Registration Link: https://www.wetravel.com/trips/a-retreat-for-your-soul-yoga-sacred-sound-crystal-borup-kavita-kat-macmillan-trout-lake-73879810
Sacred Solstice Chant Celebration
Come out and celebrate the beauty of Summer! Let’s sing the names together!
It's the height of summer friends, let's gather to sing the names!
Sacred Solstice Chant Celebration with Kavita Kat Macmillan & the Open Heart Sangha band. We will share Sanskrit chants and spirit songs, bathing in the love and light felt when we conenct with 'Bhakti' the heart of devotional practice.
Kavita Kat Macmillan (harmonium & vocals)
Alex Milsted (guitar and voice), Jeanettee Kangas (tabla), Dave Hoover (harp & flutes), & Alexa Lux (harmony vocals)
ALL are welcome!
Get in touch for seva opportunities, this is an all ages event - children free.
Sunday June 23rd: 7-8:30 pm
Portland Insight Meditation Center
6536 SE Duke Street
Portland, OR 97206
$23 reserved / $25-30 suggested door (all are welcome, NOTAFLOF)
ticket link:
Get in touch for Seva opportunities: info@kavitakatmacmillan.com
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa: A 13-week online workshop!
The Hanuman Chalisa is a 40-verse song to Hanuman, the most devoted servant of Ram, praising his exploits from the spiritual epic 'The Ramayana.' The practice of chanting the Chalisa is a life-changing journey into one’s own heart space, opening us to the love within and without of which we are all a part.
May Sacred Chant! Bhakti Side of the Moon
Bhakti Side of the Moon - May Sacred Chant in Portland! May 25th 7-8:30 pm
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa: A 13-week online workshop!
The Hanuman Chalisa is a 40-verse song to Hanuman, the most devoted servant of Ram, praising his exploits from the spiritual epic 'The Ramayana.' The practice of chanting the Chalisa is a life-changing journey into one’s own heart space, opening us to the love within and without of which we are all a part.
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa: A 13-week online workshop!
The Hanuman Chalisa is a 40-verse song to Hanuman, the most devoted servant of Ram, praising his exploits from the spiritual epic 'The Ramayana.' The practice of chanting the Chalisa is a life-changing journey into one’s own heart space, opening us to the love within and without of which we are all a part.
Introduction to Bhakti Yoga & Kirtan! A donation based workshop sponsored by the Oregon Rosecrucians
Introduction to Bhakti Yoga and Kirtan with Kavita Kat Macmillan
Shatala : The Music of Benjy & Heather Wertheimer with Sean Frenette & Kavita Kat Macmillan
Get ready for a transformative evening of heart-opening music and connection on Saturday, May 11th in Portland, Oregon. Join us for "Sacred Chanting with Shantala and Friends," featuring the renowned duo Shantala (Heather and Benjy Wertheimer).
With over two decades of experience leading kirtan (sacred chanting), Shantala has captivated audiences worldwide. Their music is a beautiful tapestry of exquisite vocals, Indian instrumentation, and Western influences, creating a loving and reverent atmosphere.
Heather Wertheimer's soulful voice and profound connection to the music, along with Benjy Wertheimer's mastery of diverse instruments, will transport you on a journey of peace and self-discovery.
Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty and power of sacred chanting. Let Shantala and Friends guide you on a journey towards deeper connection and inner peace.
TICKET LINK : https://tickets.brightstarevents.com/event/sacred-chanting-with-shantala-friends-11may2024
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa: A 13-week online workshop!
The Hanuman Chalisa is a 40-verse song to Hanuman, the most devoted servant of Ram, praising his exploits from the spiritual epic 'The Ramayana.' The practice of chanting the Chalisa is a life-changing journey into one’s own heart space, opening us to the love within and without of which we are all a part.
Chant & Learn the Hanuman Chalisa: A 13-week online workshop!
The Hanuman Chalisa is a 40-verse song to Hanuman, the most devoted servant of Ram, praising his exploits from the spiritual epic 'The Ramayana.' The practice of chanting the Chalisa is a life-changing journey into one’s own heart space, opening us to the love within and without of which we are all a part.