Gaura Vani — Bhakti Yoga Conference at Harvard Divinity School
Gaura Vani speaks on kirtan and devotional music at the Bhakti Yoga Conference at Harvard Divinity School.
Bhakti · Kirtan · As Kindred Spirits
Kirtan musician and storyteller raised in temple communities within the Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition, known for blending traditional Indian devotional music with Western instrumentation.
Gaura Vani was raised from early childhood in temple communities in the Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition, later co-founding the group As Kindred Spirits, whose music blends kirtan with elements of gospel, rock and hip-hop. His recordings and performances have taken him to venues ranging from yoga studios and temples to major festivals.
He continues to teach and perform, including through community gatherings and mentorship of younger kirtan artists, though a recent health setback has led to some performances being postponed; his current touring schedule should be confirmed directly.
“Kirtan is just the process of using chant and music to clean the heart. It's like an ancient can of Scrubbing Bubbles to clean our hearts and help figure out who we are beyond the body.”Gaura Vani
Talks, day programmes and retreats currently listed in the Paths Are Many calendar.
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Gaura Vani speaks on kirtan and devotional music at the Bhakti Yoga Conference at Harvard Divinity School.