Kirtan is based on ancient chants. It has the ability to quiet the mind and bring your mind into your heart. Everyone experiences kirtan differently. You can think of it as a sing-along. People sit on the floor or in chairs. The wallah (leader) sings the mantra, and the audience sings it back as a call and response chant. A single chant can go on for up to ten to forty minutes. As you sing with each other you experience a deep connection with the musicians, the other members and yourself. When the music stops, your mind is quiet. Dress comfortably, bring a cushion, blanket or mat to sit on, and a shaker or two if you’d like.