JAI UTTAL: Kirtan!: The Art and Practice of Ecstatic Chant

Jai Uttal

Kirtan!: The Art and Practice of Ecstatic Chant

© 2003 Jai Uttal (600835074025)

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A stimulating and exotic multi-cultural fusion that is truly world spirit music

tracks

1 Ganesha Sharanam
2 Invocation/Introduction
3 Radhe Govinda
4 Sita Ram
5 Nataraj
6 Durga Pahimam
7 Hara Hara Mahedev/Om Namah Shivaya
8 Jaya Radha
9 Radha Rani
10 Shri Krishna Govinda
11 Kali Bolo

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2 CDS / 2.5 HOURS

Kirtan is the calling, the crying, the reaching across infinite space-and digging into the heart's deepest well-to touch and be touched by the Divine Presence," teaches world music pioneer Jai Uttal. On Kirtan! The Art and Practice of Ecstatic Chant, Jai guides listeners through the practice of Kirtan-singing the many names of God and Goddess-an essential part of Bhakti yoga, or the yoga of devotion. This sacred music form is for all people; there are no experts, nor beginners, and the practice itself is the teacher, guiding us to ourselves.

Listeners join Jai Uttal to explore:
* The power of ancient Sanskrit syllables in chant to invoke the Divine
* How to open the voice and learn to love the sound that comes from our bodies
* More than two hours of music recorded by Jai Uttal to commune with the Divine through sacred chant
* The path of Bhakti and Kirtan, the journey of surrender, and much more
For Jai Uttal's many fans, finally here is a chance not only to hear a new release from this legendary world music artist, but to participate with him in blissful spiritual devotion on Kirtan! The Art and Practice of Ecstatic Chant.

Jai Uttal, a sacred music composer, recording artist, multi-instrumentalist, and ecstatic vocalist, combines influences from India with influences from rock, folk, hip-hop and jazz creating a stimulating and exotic multi-cultural fusion that is truly world spirit music. "Mondo Rama", Jai's latest album with his band the Pagan Love Orchestra was nominated for a 2003 Grammy award as "Best New Age Album".

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  • This is a wonderful album!
    author: Genevieve Monahan

    Thank you Jai for this wonderful music. I love to start each day with Ganesha Sharanam.

  • one of the best kirtan cd´s I
    author: andres

    the sound´s quality is very good & the songs full of devotion. An excelent fusion of devotional singing with western taste

  • channel to the heart
    author: winnie star

    the severed head of ego is revealed on this finely crafted CD. chanted song & prayer offerings of love - motives, desires, and will channeled right to the heart of god. hari om.

  • happy life music
    author: Elise Sheridan Arnold

    What I like about this CD is Jia Uttal's thoughts on his coming to being with Kirtan and of course the music is emotional and transending and now a part of me. namaste

  • author: Mark Banks

    As somebody who has been involved with chanting and kirtan for almost thirty years now,I have attended and listened to alot of kirtan.Also being a music fan in general,this cd hits the spot for me.It has great music and heartfelt vocals that open my heart as I listen.

  • Juicy blissful kirtan
    author: Bhawani

    Jai really created a masterpiece of joyful kirtan. He sings the sacred words that fresh and in such a variety of melodies, it is amazing! It opens my heart and makes me dance and sing. This playful kirtan is like a blissful musical rain. It makes you feel Bhakti.Thank you!

  • fabulous...not to be missed!
    author: meg rinaldi

    the kirtan double cd has brought me such joy and healing. jai uttal's love and devotion is palpable. the hip mix of musical styles keeps the mantras rolling through my heart and head for days!

  • Makes my heart sing!
    author: SusieQue

    Jai brings the beauty of kirtan to everyone. I didn't even know what kirtan was, but when I heard a track from this CD and my heart began to sing, I knew that I wanted to hear more and more. Now my commute to work is too short when I'm singing along with Jai in my car!

  • Amazing! Uplifting! Mystical! Enchanting!
    author: Mazzyboy

    I absolutely love this cd. As my first introduction to Kirtan, I have now started attending kirtan at a local ashram monthly. I listen to this cd on my way to yoga every morning. The power of this cd is amazing. It evokes so many emotions and uplifts ones mood. Fingers crossed more is to come from this talented, devoted artist.

  • Kirtan made simple
    author: TJ

    As a person who practices kirtan every week, this was a great CD. Mellow sounds, beautiful voices & an interesting discourse from Jai Uttal for those unfamiliar with kirtan.

  • sings to the heart.....namasté
    author: tori

    This music fits all sorts of moods and desires.....agony, bliss, serenity, joy, peace...it is all there. It feels like Jai is there with you the whole time.

  • Beautiful! Beautiful! Beautiful!
    author: Thirza Schaling

    It's a beautiful cd. I knew this cd already, but I bought it to give it to a friend. A very special gift for very special people....... There is a lot of love and warmth in the songs and in Jai Uttals voice. And he made me love singing kirtans.

  • Jai sets us up for a successful ecstatic experience.
    author: Melissa Frykman-Thieme

    I bought this CD to learn some beginning "how-to's" of Kirtan. I have not been led astray. Jai Uttal, in his eloquent intro, invites us to sing the names of God with him in a wonderfully unimposing and neighborly way-- sets us up for a successful ecstatic experience. The pieces range from very simple to moderately complex, giving us a variety of experiences to test ourselves with. I wanted it to go on into another CD!!! Thanks, Jai!!

  • Jai sets us up for a successful ecstatic experience.
    author: Melissa Frykman-Thieme

    I bought this CD to learn some beginning "how-to's" of Kirtan. I have not been led astray. Jai Uttal, in his eloquent intro, invites us to sing the names of God with him in a wonderfully unimposing and neighborly way-- sets us up for a successful ecstatic experience. The pieces range from very simple to moderately complex, giving us a variety of experiences to test ourselves with. I wanted it to go on into another CD!!! Thanks, Jai!!

  • Unbelieveable!
    author: Mickey Mestel

    Jai has captured the essence of bhakti like few have on a recording. His devotion comes through in a way that is unexplainable, and must be listened to to understand. There are many recordings of Kirtan out there, but there are few, if any, that convey the devotion and love that Jai does on this recording.

  • UNDERFULL ....
    author: VICTORIA ARENAS

    I didnt know what KIRTAN means, but I know now...Kirtan speaks right to the heart...All my love to Jai and all the artists!! /Victoria

  • total inspiration all his works
    author: anand nigam

    I love the simplicity and heart that comes through

  • total inspiration all his works
    author: anand nigam

    I love the simplicity and heart that comes through

  • Perfect
    author: Frank Barnett

    While his other stuff shows an interesting hybrid of Indian and western music, this one is a primer on kirtan. Whether you're new to the form or lead kirtan yourself, this is inspiring music with interesting background information.

  • Inspirational and uplifting. Makes washing the dishes into ecstatic mediation.
    author: Lisa Mase

    This compact disc is worht the purchase price. The chants are wonderfully chosen and executed, and the music that accompanies each song adds well-crafted depth to the experience of each song. There is an interesting track on the first CD, duirng which Jai Uttal talks more about kirtan. I tend to skip over this track, but I do enjoy it when I have more focused attention to listen. Thank you!

  • FABULOUS! inspires me to sing along.
    author: jane

    FABULOUS cd. great modern arrangements, but traditional enough to feel the original power of the mantra. loved the commentary also.

  • inspiring!
    author: Lauren

    Music and vocals are rich, smooth, sensual and rock the house! Ram Ram Ram Ram Ram Ram Ram Ram..........

  • The music and chants lifts me up!
    author: M James

    I can't imagine the work it took to put this together! I really love the music, and it could easily stand alone, but when you add Kirtan, it's irrestible! Jai's voice is so passionate, and it's interesting to learn more about these Sanskrit mantras devoted to the Hindu deities. I ordered a second CD set so that I can keep one in the car and one at home. This is great music for commuting. Time flies with Kirtan and by the time you get where you're going, you feel great!

  • The quality of the music on this cd surpassed all of my expectations. It is a p
    author: Dee Greenberg
  • god is not in the business of failing.
    author: ernie

    Ram is is trully merciful. He always seems to find me when I need him. Thanks Jai for being the medium thru which Ram finds me.

  • very inspiring and beautiful
    author: Richard Reiches

    This was my first exposure to the artist and his music, and I was really pleased. It is very beautiful and inspiring music which I can use for my own devotional prayer.

  • Beatiful!
    author: Ragani

    Jai's vocals bring richness and depth to these chants-- he's got a voice that shines with the traditions of India! Beautiful double album!

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