An Evening of Sankirtan

In-person with Raas Leela Kirtana

$25 Day of | $20 In advance

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A Journey of Sacred Sound, Devotion & Connection
Join us in raising the collective consciousness of the globe as we send forth the vibrations of divine love and light into the ether through the power of healing sound! Raas Leela Kirtana’s NorCal Fall Tour 2026 brings a series of sacred musical gatherings to Integral Yoga Institute, as well as yoga studios, spiritual centers, wellness spaces, and conscious communities throughout Central and Northern California.

“Sound or vibration is the most powerful force of the universe.” ~ Paramahansa Yogananda

Raas Leela Kirtana is an LA-based devotional ensemble offering immersive Kirtan experiences rooted in the Bhakti Yoga tradition.

Blending traditional mantras, bhajans, sacred chants, and contemporary musical arrangements, Raas Leela Kirtana creates participatory experiences that invite everyone to sing, connect, meditate, and open the heart through the transformative power of sacred sound.

Whether experiencing Kirtan for the first time or already familiar with the tradition, everyone is welcome.


Raas Leela Kirtana is a Los Angeles-based devotional ensemble dedicated to sharing the transformative experience of Kirtan and Sankirtan—the collective singing of sacred names and mantras. Rooted in the Bhakti Yoga tradition, the group brings together traditional bhajans, mantras, and sacred chants with contemporary musical arrangements and an accessible, heart-centered approach.
Their performances are immersive and participatory, inviting audiences to move beyond simply listening and become part of the experience through call-and-response chanting, meditation, devotion, and collective musical expression. Whether someone is deeply familiar with Kirtan or experiencing it for the first time, Raas Leela Kirtana creates a welcoming space for connection, joy, inner stillness, and the transformative power of sacred sound.
The ensemble is led by founder Gopala Bhakta and is based in Los Angeles.

Kirtan with Rasa Lila

IN PERSON Joanna Manqueros, John Kadyk and Ramana Erickson: Rasa Lila

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Joanna Manqueros on vocals and harmonium. Joanna facilitates kirtan as a medicinal experience, invoking uplifting concepts, reaching toward a higher power, and embracing the beauty of being surrounded by voices. She plays harmonium and sings with the kirtan ensemble Rasa Lila and hosts Music of the World on KPFA. Joanna has studied with Rita Sahai and Jai Uttal, and currently studies with Sukhawat Ali Khan. Joanna teaches Yoga for Trauma Recovery and feels that kirtan is a powerful way to heal, connecting the voice with others.

John Kadyk brings bass clarinet; plays with a sublime addition to the trio.

Ramana Erickson learned tabla playing in ashrams as a teen. He brings extensive experience, and has played for Krishna Das, and Nina Rao. Bring your voice and join in the fun.

Soul-Nourishing Kirtan: A Night of Inner Peace, Healing, and Community Connection

IN-PERSON with Jordan Loder

$25 Day of | $20 In advance

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Jordan Loder is a touring bhakti artist who has devoted his life to spreading the joy of inner peace through the power of music.

After nearly a decade on the road supporting beloved artists Snatam Kaur, Deva Premal & Miten, Ajeet, Simrit, & Adam Bauer, he now carries that living tradition forward.

His unique kirtan is known for its tender, authentic, and introspective quality, igniting an experience of profound healing and a genuine sense of community connection. Although we dig all the way down to the bottom of our hearts, we never take ourselves too seriously, and the entire event unfolds with an effortless lightness of being, and a childlike spirit of wonder.

He travels with professional sound, ambient lighting, and projected lyrics so every voice in the room can join in. Upcoming dates include the US, Canada, Hawaii, Mexico City, Europe, and Sivananda Ashram in the Bahamas.

“A true Bhakti yogi — his kirtan transmits unconditional love & devotion and delivers us to an ecstatic experience of the Great Universal Spirit.”
— GuruGanesha, Founder, Spirit Voyage Music

Don’t miss this special opportunity to open your heart and reconnect — through music and community.

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Jordan Loder is an international kirtan artist and devotional musician known for his raw vulnerability and heartfelt presence. Deeply influenced by the teachings of Ramana Maharshi, his music blends traditional bhakti call-and-response chanting with contemporary elements. He creates inclusive, transformative spaces centered around ancient mantras of forgiveness, gratitude, and compassion. Loder tours globally and has collaborated with prominent sacred music figures, including Deva Premal & Miten, Snatam Kaur, and Ajeet.

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A Nectar Night of Kirtan

In-person
$35 day of | $30 in advance. No one turned away for lack of funds.

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Immerse yourself in the transformational power of sacred sound in a spirit of devotion and gratitude, honoring the Divine and the lineage of spiritual teachers who illuminate our path.

Karnamrita Dasi’s kirtan style blends profound classical Indian vocal training with a deeply devotional Appalachian ashram upbringing. Her performances feature meditative, bhajan-inspired chanting in Sanskrit and Hindi, creating an enchanting, “nectar-like” atmosphere that nurtures inner stillness and spiritual connection.

Learn more about Karnamrita Dasi in the Integral Yoga Magazine feature article: “Artist Spotlight: Karnamrita Dasi.”


Karnamrita Dasi was raised on music, Sanskrit, Vedic teachings, kirtan, japa meditation, and a vegetarian lifestyle in an ashram community in West Virginia’s Appalachian Mountains. She studied Indian classical music in India for 10 years and sings worldwide, offering the blessings handed down by her teachers. She has tried to incorporate the meaning of her name — karn (ear) and amrita (the nectar of sound to the ear) into her life’s purpose.

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