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What is Mantra and Vedic Chant?
They are oral and meditative practices integrating the body, voice, mind and emotions in the quest for unity with the source from which sound arises.
It is traditionally called adhyayanam and is the art of listening and learning to recite at different levels with attention and care and a deep involvement of head, heart and body in the outcome.
The benefits include refining the ability to learn to listen, enhancing attention, memory, patience and confidence around the use of our voice and mind. The practice of chanting is also generally uplifting and energising.
Arising out of Mantra and Vedic chant is the possibility of inner silence, both during the practice itself because of the degree of involvement required, and in the stillness afterwards
Traditionally
Vedic chanting was taught individually and this is still the most effective
way to learn. Today it is common to run small group workshops and courses,
and chanting in a group can have a special quality. At Living Yoga
we offer both opportunities for chanting in a group and individual
work.
Sanskrit
The power of sound has been recognised and used by all the major spiritual traditions. Vedic chant is sacred sound from India, expressed using the ancient Sanskrit language. Most people agree that chanting Sanskrit has a special quality. Through learning Vedic chanting one has the privilege to also learn how to pronounce and appreciate this ancient sacred language.
Some people can be put off by imagining they have to learn Sanskrit as a language in order to practice Vedic chanting effectively. This is not the case. Learning to pronounce the sounds correctly is introduced gradually and it is far more important initially just to enjoy and experience the power of the chanting. Vedic chanting is a precise discipline that can be refined over many years, but it is mistake to lose the heart of the practice for the sake of pedantry.
Regular Vedic Chanting Group
This will be an ongoing group suitable for those interested in vedic chanting at all levels.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to give Dave a call on 01684 310884, or send an email.
When & Where
Yoga Junction
see www.yogajunction.co.uk
Tuesdays 9.30am – 10.45am
Sept 12 & 26,
Oct 10 & 24
£40 for the series of 4 sessions paid in advance
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Regular Chanting Group
This will be an ongoing group suitable for those interested in vedic chanting at all levels.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to give Dave a call on 01684 310884, or send an email.
When & Where
The Barn, Priestfields
Hanley Swan, Near Malvern
Mondays 6.15– 7.15 pm
Jan 9th , Feb 20th, Mar 27th, Apr 10th
£26 for the series of 4 sessions
(£22 if you enrolled for the previous set)
£8 on drop-in basis (subject to availability)