Welcome to Art of Kirtan
What You’ll Learn
Learn to sing kirtan and to play these traditional instruments to accompany kirtan:
Dive into the art of kirtan with our in-depth courses
Simple to complex techniques
Learn to accompany any basic kirtan on the kartals, with variations, build-ups, tempo changes, and decorations.
Learn to accompany any basic kirtan on the kartals, with variations, build-ups, tempo changes, and decorations.
FREE course
Everything you always wanted to know about kirtan: its origins, the teachings behind it, the meanings of the sacred mantras, and the benedictions they bring.
Everything you always wanted to know about kirtan: its origins, the teachings behind it, the meanings of the sacred mantras, and the benedictions they bring.
Gain inspiration to lead kirtan
In this course, we analyze the progression and variations of melodies and rhythms of 12 kirtans, and discuss other subtle aspects of kirtan.
In this course, we analyze the progression and variations of melodies and rhythms of 12 kirtans, and discuss other subtle aspects of kirtan.
Bundle two or more courses and save!
What to Expect
Excellent teachers who enjoy helping you excel
Encouragement from your peers
The convenience of learning at your own pace, on your own schedule
An engaged community to share and learn with
Connection – with your teacher and fellow students to help you keep moving forward
Certificate of Completion signed by your teacher
Testimonials
What our students say
Bada Haridas is an exemplary Vaishnava and musical guru. He taught me and my two daughters (ages 11 and 7). Now, we have the joy of singing kirtan together at home as a family, bringing immense happiness into our lives. Bada Haridas is extremely patient, and imparts knowledge and skill in a mood of service. We feel extremely honored to be taught by such a great soul.
My first and most influential mridanga teacher is Vish. His knowledge and application of that knowledge is so incredibly deep and heart felt. To have a teacher like Vish, who is patient as well as kind, is invaluable.
Millard Roper, Founder of Funky Om Yoga
Learning harmonium with Bada Haridas has been a journey of growth, both musically and spiritually. With his patient guidance I have progressed in my harmonium skills and in my confidence. One of the highlights was learning the Saranagati prayers and experiencing a deeper connection with Krishna through kirtan. I am extremely grateful to have Bada Haridas as my teacher.
Visvambhar was my first mrdanga teacher. Until that point, I just knew enough to play in kirtans, but I hadn't learned properly. It was always fun, challenging, and exciting to learn from Vish, My brother and I always looked forward to learning the next beat. Vish was a catalyst in setting us up for success in playing mridanga and I'm always proud to say he's my teacher.
Kishor Gopal Das, Traveling Kirtaniya
Help us build Art of Kirtan
Kirtan Library
Volunteer to help build our searchable library of devotional music
Scholarships
Contribute to Art of Kirtan school scholarships for others
Become a Patron
Fund the expansion of Art of Kirtan through donations or being a Patron