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MUSIC + MANTRA
KIRTAN AT UUSE

A welcoming community of music, meditation, and connection.
Sunday, March 22, 2026, at 3:00 PM

Join us for an uplifting, meditative experience blending contemporary music with the call-and-response singing of mantras.

Mantra set to music opens the heart and lifts the spirits. The MUSIC + MANTRA series is a welcoming community gathering where contemporary live music meets the ancient practice of kirtan — call-and-response mantra singing rooted in India’s devotional tradition.

No musical experience, spiritual background, or prior knowledge is required. You are welcome to sing along, dance, listen quietly, or simply be present.

WHAT YOU'LL EXPERIENCE:
• Relaxation through sound – Quiet the mental chatter and de-stress.
• A sense of belonging – Singing together fosters connection in a way that feels natural and inclusive—there's no pressure and no performance.
• Accessible participation – Sit in a chair, relax on a cushion, or move and dance—engage in whatever way feels right for you.
• Tradition shared with care – Rooted in the Indian devotional practice of kirtan and offered in a warm, contemporary community setting that honors its origins.


ABOUT THE MUSICIANS: 
HEART CENTERED KIRTAN
• Libby Volckening — vocals and keys
• Ezra Landis — guitar
• Nico D'Amico — bass
• Chris Ball — drums

Together, they offer contemporary arrangements that honor tradition while remaining approachable for newcomers.

ABOUT THE SPACE
Hosted at the Unitarian Universalist Society East — a welcoming, community-centered venue committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Scent-free space
• Chair seating provided (feel free to bring a cushion if you prefer the floor)
• Free parking on site

Whether you are spiritually curious, musically inclined, or simply seeking a peaceful and welcoming evening out, Music + Mantra offers a low-pressure way to connect—with yourself and with community.

EVENT DETAILS
Sunday, March 22 - 3pm
Free-will donation ($20 suggested) at the door. No one is ever turned away.

Kirtan is a form of participatory music that blends melody, rhythm, and meditation. Originating in the devotional singing traditions of India, kirtan invites people of all backgrounds to join in simple, call-and-response chanting. No experience is needed—just a willingness to listen, repeat, and let the music open the heart. The result is a joyful, community-centered practice that brings people together through sound and shared intention.

The Music + Mantra series at UUSE features inclusive, interfaith, and community-oriented musical gatherings designed to nurture connection and reflection. All events in the series begin at 3:00 PM and are open to the public. Admission is by free-will donation ($20 suggested) at the door.

Upcoming Music + Mantra events will take place on:
• Sunday, March 22, 2026

For more information, visit uuse.org/kirtan or connect with the community at Central CT Community Kirtan on Facebook. Or download the flyer here.

All are welcome to join this growing community celebration of music, mindfulness, and connection.