Online Kirtan Camp
with Jai Uttal:
The Colors of Love
In-depth learning
This course helps you to nurture a more regular practice of kirtan, developing both the craft and devotion of wholeheartedly singing the names.
Starts March 23, 2025
As soon as you sign up you will have access to the first episode.
LET'S CHANT...
THE COLORS OF LOVE!
Online Kirtan Camp: The Colors of Love with Jai Uttal combines 8 online modules (or episodes as we like to call them), live online group classes, as well as access to special bonus rhythm, voice and harmonium practice videos.
To practice the ancient yoga of devotional chanting all you really need is your tender heart, your natural voice and the willingness to explore the inner realms of deep feeling. As we repeat the names of the Gods & Goddesses with melody and cadence we open ourselves to the very real and ever present flow of divine grace.
In Jai's Kirtan Camp, you will gain tools to enhance your personal practice and transform your kirtan sadhana into an artful and inspired soul expression.
KIRTAN TRAINING WITH
JAI UTTAL
Jai has been leading Kirtans worldwide for close to 50 years, creating a safe environment for people to open their hearts and voices. No previous experience is needed. This is an exploration and expression of the heart and the spirit.
Join a stream of devotion that has been flowing for centuries
Jai Uttal creates a space of invocation, prayer, and heartfelt expression. “These ancient chants” says Jai “contain a transformative power and healing energy. By singing these prayers we join a stream of consciousness and devotion that has been flowing for centuries.”
With this course, you’ll learn how to:
- Learn kirtan melodies
- Nurture the seed of Bhakti
- Develop a regular practice
You will journey into the healing power of sound and learn how our offerings in Kirtan can benefit us, our homes, others around us, (and all of creation)!
Episode 1
Bajrangbali Hanuman Ki Jai!
May we follow in the footsteps of Bhaktas from time immemorial who have begged Spirit to open Her/His gates and allow us to enter the realm of divine love.
This episode includes:
- 5 Lessons
- Invocation & welcome
- Bajrangbali Hanuman tutorials on guitar and harmonium
- Introduction to Bajrangbali Hanuman sargam
Hanuman, the divine monkey, is forever the bhakta and servant of his beloved Rama.
EPISODE 2
Hanuman Chaleesa
The Hanuman Chaleesa is a 40 verse prayer and invocation to Lord Hanuman composed by Tulsi Das in the 16th Century. Is one of the most popular prayers in the world-wide bhakti community.
This episode includes:
- 4 Lessons
- Introduction to the Hanuman Chaleesa
- Hanuman Chaleesa Harmonium Tutorial
- Hanuman Chaleesa Guitar Tutorial
Maharajji loved the Hanuman Chaleesa. It is still sung 24-7 in all of his ashrams. It has been part of my daily practice for decades. It can be sung in almost every melody and meter.
EPISODE 3
Ram Nam!
Ram Nam has been the cornerstone of my inner life since I met my guru in 1970. That’s 50 years. When I say or sing ‘Ram’, I feel connected to home!
This episode includes:
- 5 Lessons
- Invocation
- Learn to sing Ram Ram Ram (plus tutorials for guitar and harmonium)
All the practices of Bhakti Yoga float on the ocean of the holy names. All the divine names revolve in orbit around the simple word, ‘Ram’. This is totally personal and subjective; to a devotee of the mother all the mantras revolve around ‘Ma’; to a Krishna bhakta all the names revolve around ‘Krishna’; etc….
EPISODE 4
The Ocean of Auspiciousness!
I bow again and again to Lord Shiva, the cosmic dancer, the God of destruction and transformation, the ocean of auspiciousness; Who sits atop Mount Kailash, adorned by the crescent moon, snakes and the Ganges river, with Goddess Parvati by his side. 💓 This episode includes:
- 6 Lessons
- Introduction to Om Namah Shivaya
- Om Namah Shivaya tutorials for harmonium and guitar
Immerse yourselves in the mantra ‘Om Namah Shivaya’, sung in Raag Bhairavi. This mantra, called the Mahamantra by Shiva devotees, has many meanings. To me it means ‘I offer myself to you, oh benevolent ocean of auspiciousness. May thy will be done....’
Episode 5
Dance & Rest in his Presence
We’ve all had a taste of the nectar of devotion; otherwise we wouldn’t be here! Let us add more light and passion to our practice and drink deeper from the well of grace. Shiva says: Fear not…. Take shelter at my feet…This episode includes:
- 4 Lessons
- Introduction to Hara Hara Hara Mahadev
- Learn to play Hara Hara Hara Mahadev (Plus guitar and harmonium tutorial)
- Odissi Dance and Prayer with Nubia
It's about finding the most vulnerable place inside ourselves and singing from that place. Then, whatever comes, comes. Who knows what will happen?
EPISODE 6
Radhe, Radhe!
Maharajji once said: “The only thing that is important is how much you love God.” And when he was asked: “What is the best form to worship God?”, he answered: “Every form!”. This episode includes:
- 5 Lessons
- Learn Radhe Bolo (Harmonium, Guitar or voice alone!)
Very often I often ask myself: What is bhakti? What is devotion? And each time this question arises, I have to explore deeper within to seek a new and more authentic response.
Episode 7
The House of Bhakti
We bow to She, who creates, preserves and destroys the universes. This episode includes:
- 6 lessons
- Invocation
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Learn Twameva on harmonium and guitar or voice!
EPISODE 8
The Ramayana
The amazing epic! This episode includes:
- 5 Lessons
- Story time with Jai: The Ramayana
Now is the perfect time to spread these seeds of bhakti far and wide.
LIVE ONLINE CLASSES TO SUPPORT YOUR LEARNING
4 LIVE ONLINE CLASSES WITH JAI UTTAL
WITH AMPLE TIME TO ASK QUESTIONS ABOUT THE COURSE MATERIAL AND IMMERSE OURSELVES IN THE NECTAR OF KIRTAN
All LIVE online classes with Jai take place from 1-2:30 pm Pacific Time
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March 23, 2025
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April 27, 2025
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May 25, 2025
- June 8, 2025
As we practice, our relationship to the mantras and the deities gets deeper and deeper. It is important to be authentic in our singing and to express what we are feeling in each new moment. Kirtan is like an oil rig, digging into the vast well of feelings, vulnerabilities, wounds and dreams and joy. As we slowly develop the art of chanting we become more able to reach those places of openness and connection.
ALL ART EXISTS TO ENHANCE DEVOTIONAL PRACTICE...
"THE UNIVERSE IS FILLED WITH COLORS AND MELODIES. THEY’RE JUST EVERYWHERE, IF ONLY WE COULD SEE AND HEAR THEM MORE CLEARLY. I FEEL THAT ALL ART EXISTS TO ENHANCE DEVOTIONAL PRACTICE AND DEVOTIONAL EXPRESSION."
In Bhakti we don't usually think of what we can take - our focus is more often on what we can give. That being said, how can we give fully when our vessel feels empty? The hope is that each and every participant in Level 1(+) Online Kirtan Camp will leave with a renewed sense of presence in their lives; with the heart fire of longing fully ablaze; with a connection to a sweet new community of friends and Bhaktas; and filled with equal measures of joy, peace and hope. And, perhaps most important, new insight into the practices that nourish and nurture the seed of love.
It is something I will cherish and never forget. Online Kirtan Camp with Jai was a wonderful experience. It helped me to deepen my Kirtan practice and inspired me to use my own voice to share these beautiful prayers with the world. Deep bows Jai for all you have done to pave the way for so many!
- Marti Nikko
Jai's kirtan camp is life changing! this training fully opened up the path of kirtan and Bhakti for me. I give the highest recommendation to anyone wanting to dive deeper into kirtan and Bhakti to take this training! - Govind Das
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ONLINE KIRTAN CAMP
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Our first LIVE online class is March 23, 2025
If you have already taken Level 2 with Jai reach out to us to learn about our special alumni offer!
