You will be delighted to hear that you do NOT have to learn Sargam (Indian Classical Music) to learn to play/sing chants from your favorite Western Kirtan Artists like Krishna Das and Snatam Kaur.

You will also be glad to know that you do not have to learn to read or understand Western music to learn to chant using our system.

Fifteen years of learning with, and from, amazing Kirtan Leader Institute students have allowed us to create and hone an incredibly intuitive and user-friendly learning system. We show you exactly what to play in a way that is not mediated through an abstract and non-intuitive system like Sargam or Western music. You will be playing 1-2 chants by the end of your first class or lesson. It's so easy, you will LOVE it.

Curious to learn more? Here's an article that I wrote on the topic titled: You Don't Need Sargam.

Unfortunately, not all harmoniums are created equal. Matter of fact, most of the harmoniums out there are downright awful! Check out the Harmonium Taste Test where I compare 5 different harmoniums.

There are many “junker” harmoniums on the market! Trying to chant on a bad/broken harmonium is like trying to ride a bike with two flat tires—so frustrating. If you have a “junker” you will unfortunately spend so much time, energy, and attention fighting the instrument that it will be challenging to learn, and difficult to enjoy your chanting practice.

The best place to start is by reading this article, Buy a Harmonium, Not a Headache. My intention is to help you get a great harmonium so you can easily dive into this amazing practice.

Our recommended harmonium distributor is Old Delhi Music. When it comes to harmoniums, they are the best in the business. They know their builders personally and their products even more intimately. Their Bhava harmoniums are my favorite. Interested students can email [email protected] to learn about exclusive offers and discounts.

You will need access to a harmonium, keyboard or piano to participate.

If you play guitar and know basic chords, you can also enroll in this program. However, there will be no guitar instruction during this class.

Our Level 1 programs are the prerequisite for advanced Kirtan training programs. If you have extensive musical experience, or have been chanting with others for some time, reach out to Mike at [email protected] to find out how you can satisfy this prerequisite through private sessions and jump ahead into a Level 2 program. Please know the amount of private sessions needed is assessed on a case by case basis.

You will have access to recorded Zoom sessions, which are stored in our course learning portal where you will have 24/7 access to them for 12 months. In addition, you will be able to connect with KLI Instructors and Level 1 alumni through our private/hidden Facebook group. This is a great place to ask questions, share victories, and learn.

This beginner-friendly program is designed for ultimate newbies, harmonium explorers, and anyone seeking an accessible, entry level immersion into Western Kirtan:

• PDF lyric + melody sheets for 7 Western Kirtan chants from the Sanskrit or Kundalini Yoga traditions
• Guidance on using appropriate fingers as you play chant chords
• 7 modules with instructional videos taught by Mike Cohen
• 8 bonus classes to practice, review, and more
• Voice training videos with KLI instructor Dawnia Dresser
• Private Facebook Group of current participants + course alumni

Learn 7 Exquisite Healing & Ceremony Songs for:
Mother Nature, Divine Feminine, Compassion, The 5 Elements (Earth, Water, Fire, Air, Sky), Light/Love, Gratitude, Peace, Unity & Ancestors.

The songs you will learn are those you might hear or share in Sound Healings, Breathwork or Cacao Ceremonies, Song Circles, Rites of Passage, Rituals of Freedom or Binding, Blessings, Weddings, Births, Funerals & other ceremonies.

This beginner-friendly program is designed for ultimate newbies, harmonium explorers, and anyone seeking an accessible, entry level immersion into Western Kirtan. Class participants are provided with everything they need to launch their home chant practice, including:

• PDF lyric + melody sheets for 7 Healing & Ceremony Songs in Sanskrit, Spanish, English, and Mashups (English + Mantra)
• Guidance on using appropriate fingers as you play chant chords
• 11 pre-recorded modules with instructional videos taught by Mike Cohen
• 8 recordings of group Zoom sessions where we practice, review and hold Q&A (+ voice training with KLI instructor Dawnia Dresser)
• Private Facebook Group of current participants + course alumni

All sales are final. No refunds will be granted.

As of Aug 16, 2022, all new students will have access to HYBRID Sanskrit & Kundalini Yoga Chants Level 1 for 12 months post course closing, and may repeat the livestream Sanskrit & Kundalini Yoga Chants Level 1 one time for free within that same 12 months. Participants may repeat this course after the 12 months for 50% off regular tuition.