What is kirtan?

​Kirtan (pronounced as ‘keer-tun’) is a call-and-response musical meditation that takes a minute to learn and makes you feel good just as fast. Combining the chanting of Sanskrit mantras, invigorating drum beats, instruments and full body, mind and heart participation, kirtan offers a rich, immersive experience.

This practice goes back thousands of years and can be enjoyed by anyone. You don’t need to be a good singer, a yoga expert, or a follower of any religion to experience the power of kirtan. Kirtan unites the voices and souls in a beautiful synergy that has the power to change the world, one heart at a time.

About Kirtan London

Kirtan London is a not-for-profit community dedicated to creating accessible, enriching kirtan experiences and sharing this musical form of meditation with diverse audiences all over London.

Our volunteer-based team consists of bhakti practitioners who run sessions in yoga studios, hospitals, schools, businesses, at festivals and celebrations, and also host two weekly kirtan events in the heart of the city.