About Ann Arbor Kirtan
Ann Arbor Kirtan is a collective of volunteer musicians, vocalists, and practitioners from diverse yoga backgrounds united by a shared devotion to chant as a spiritual practice. We offer free public devotional music events as a service to our local and global communities, creating an open, welcoming space for people from all backgrounds to experience the uplifting power of kirtan.
Most of all, Ann Arbor Kirtan is about you—the community of participants whose heartfelt voices complete the experience. In essence, you are the Ann Arbor Kirtan Choir, and we wouldn't exist without your presence and energy. We warmly invite you to share your voice and help us spread the joy of kirtan with others.
The Practice & Tradition
Practiced for centuries, kirtan uses call-and-response chanting to quiet the mind, foster deep meditation, and build strong community bonds. A lead vocalist sings the call-line, the community responds in unison, and the chant flows onward—often building in rhythm and tempo—until gracefully brought to a close.
Book Us for Your Community
To make kirtan accessible to as many people as possible, members of Ann Arbor Kirtan are available to facilitate programs for local communities, yoga studios, festivals, and organizations. Please
