Kirtan
Kirtan - Mantra, Music & Story
The Herdman Healing Sanctuary, Froxfield
£20
Next date:
Friday 17th July 2026, 7:30pm - 9pm
Future dates: Thursday 1st October &
Friday 13th November
Kirtan
A journey, through sound, to the heart of Yoga
Kirtan is a group meditation based on sound. Together with our voices, and instruments such as the Indian Harmonium, we will chant simple sounds and mantras (repeated Sanskrit phrases). These can allow us to access a deep state of peace and connection with ourselves.
Holly leads a call-and-response style of Kirtan, where she will sing the sounds and the group echoes it back. You don’t need any musical experience to join in, just a willingness to explore. Holly invites you to participate as much or as little as you like, whether by singing, clapping, or simply listening.
Kirtan has been shown to lower cortisol levels and increase feelings of wellbeing and peace. Holly weaves mythology, stories and poetry into her Kirtan so that the mantras are brought to life and applied to a modern context.
Benefits of Kirtan
Kirtan offers a unique experience for everyone.
It allows you to express yourself freely through your voice, promoting relaxation and activating the parasympathetic nervous system.
This practice supports quieting the mind fostering a sense of community as you meditate together.
Discover the beauty of mantras and melodies, explore lesser-known aspects of Yoga, and your own power through this practice.
You are very welcome to get in touch in advance if you have any specific questions:
I have the utmost respect and honour for this practice. I am always a student.
With sincere thanks and love to the people of India for this practice.
I have previously led Kirtan at:
BoCo Yoga and Pilates Surbiton
Kingston Yoga and Vegan Festival
All Love festivals
Heart Twickenham Yoga Studio
Bhuti Richmond
And alongside my teacher Nikki Slade at:
Latitude Festival
World Yoga Festival
Tribal Earth Festival