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The kirtan movement was inaugurated in Mayapur, which lies along the banks of the Ganga in West Bengal, India. This special place is very close to our heart. My brother Bali and I studied and lived in the ashram there, … Continue reading →

After pretty much going non-stop since Thursday at Bhakti-fest, I wasn’t quite prepared for Saul’s Monday morning workshop. I woke up with a frown “No! Not another thing to do!” at the thought of yet more interactions with the world…Fortunately, … Continue reading →

RockOm Strumming the strings that connect music and spirituality Meet The Mayapuris By Tom Crenshaw, tom@RockOm.net Who are the The Mayapuris? They are an eclectic group of talented musicians who share their love of the sacred culture of kirtan through … Continue reading →

“People think they have to sing fancy tunes, and change them around so many times, and try to control the kirtan to make it work. The Holy Name is a person. You have to be patient and let Him manifest … Continue reading →

The Mayapuris were honored to play at the Chant4Change Event in DC. This event was the brainchild of GauraVani and Shiva Rea. Chant4Change took place the day before the inaugaration of President Obama to invoke blessings on the new Government of the USA. The Mayapuris played alongside Jai Uttal, David Stringe, Saul David Ray, and GauraVani & AKS. Continue reading →