A space to pause, to listen, to chant.
Krishna Yajurveda Vedic chanting, mantra and yoga, shared with gentleness, attentiveness and respect for tradition.
Sometimes, listening itself is the first form of practice.
Listen
Before we learn to chant, we learn to listen.
Vedic chanting has lived through an oral tradition for generations: heard, repeated, remembered and transmitted from teacher to student. This tradition of śruti is at the heart of Vedic learning.
For me, listening is where the journey begins.
The sound of a mantra is not simply a sequence of words. There is a certain precision to the way each syllable is formed, the way the breath supports the voice, the way sounds follow one another, and the way rhythm and intonation are maintained.
In Vedic recitation, sound itself is part of the discipline. Pronunciation and svara (the movement and intonation of the voice) are carefully preserved because the integrity of the chant lies not only in what is being said, but in how it is transmitted.
This is why I invite you to begin simply.
- Listen before you repeat.
- Listen before you interpret.
- Listen before you try to perfect.
- Hear the cadence
- Notice the breath
- Notice the pauses
Let the sound become familiar. You do not have to understand everything immediately.
What you will find here
A growing collection of chants and mantras from the traditions I am studying and practising, offered as an invitation to listen with attention and curiosity.
There is more to listen to.
Please check our other chants and recordings on Spotify and YouTube.
Chanting can also hold a meaningful place at the end of life. In many families and spiritual traditions, prayers, mantras or familiar chants are offered as a way of accompanying a person in their final days or hours. For loved ones gathered nearby, the sound may offer a familiar presence, comfort and a way to express care when words feel difficult to find. The practice is approached with sensitivity to the person, their wishes, and the beliefs of the family.
About me
Yoga came into my life as a practice, but over the years, it became a way of listening: to my body, my breath, my thoughts, and eventually, to the quieter spaces within me.
My journey with yoga has been unfolding for over 20 years. What began with a desire to understand the practice more deeply gradually became a personal journey of exploration, learning and inner discovery.
Along this journey, I found myself drawn to the profound world of Mantra and Vedic Chanting, where the relationship between sound, breath, rhythm and awareness holds a special significance for me.
The journey so far
A practice begins
Yoga begins as a practice and slowly becomes a way of listening.
RIMYI, Pune
Studying at the Ramamani Iyengar Memorial Yoga Institute.
YogaVahini, Chennai
Completing the 500 hour RYT Teacher Training Course.
Vedic chanting
Krishna Yajurveda chanting within the Krishnamacharya Desikachar tradition.
There is something beautiful about chanting. A sound is spoken, repeated and heard, and slowly, it begins to create a sense of stillness within.
For me, it is not only about learning the words correctly, but about experiencing what happens when we become truly present with them.
My approach to teaching
I don't see teaching as simply passing on something I have learnt. I see it as creating a space where each person can discover their own relationship with the practice.
We all arrive with different bodies, experiences, questions and needs. I therefore encourage my students to approach yoga and chanting with:
My teaching is rooted in gentleness, attentiveness and respect for tradition. I encourage students to listen to their:
- Breath
- Body
- Voice
- Inner experience
With Vedic chanting, I place particular care on pronunciation, rhythm, breath and the integrity of the tradition, while keeping the learning environment warm and accessible.
For me, the most meaningful teaching happens when a practice slowly moves beyond the class and becomes a part of how we live, breathe, listen and connect.
Mantra Yog is my way of sharing this journey, a space to pause, to listen, to chant, and perhaps discover a little more of ourselves along the way.
Watch & listen
Moments of practice: breath, sound and stillness. Press play and listen along.
Learn
Vedic chanting is an oral tradition. Traditionally, knowledge has been carried from teacher to student through attentive listening, repetition and sustained practice. This is the essence of guru śiṣya paramparā, learning through a living relationship with the practice.
My own approach to learning and teaching chanting is rooted in this respect for the tradition.
I practise Krishna Yajurveda Vedic Chanting, and my exploration is informed by the Krishnamacharya Desikachar tradition.
The Krishna Yajurveda includes the Taittiriya Samhita, one of its principal Samhitas. The tradition encompasses not only mantra but a larger body of knowledge and practice, including the Taittiriya Brahmana, Aranyaka and associated Upanishadic texts.
It begins with the ear
- ListenWe listen carefully to the teacher.
- RepeatWe repeat what we hear.
- FamiliariseWe gradually develop familiarity with the sounds and their patterns.
What does learning involve?
Depending on the programme, our learning may explore:
The chant
- Mantra and Vedic chanting
- Krishna Yajurveda chanting
- Meaning and context of selected chants
The sound
- Pronunciation and articulation
- Svara and intonation
- Rhythm and continuity
The practice
- Breath and voice awareness
- Listening, repetition and memorisation
- Developing a regular personal practice
I don't approach chanting as performance. I see it as a practice of attention. My way of teaching
The emphasis is not on rushing to complete a chant. It is on learning carefully and respectfully.
We learn to hear before we speak, to notice before we correct, and to repeat until the sound becomes familiar to the body and voice.
I believe that a beginner should feel welcome and that a sincere learner should have the space to ask questions, listen repeatedly and practise without fear of making mistakes. My intention is to preserve the discipline of the tradition while creating a learning space that feels warm, patient and accessible.
Listen deeply. Learn respectfully. Practise patiently.
Books
Reading that has shaped the practice.
A few books from the traditions I have studied, companions for anyone who wishes to go deeper into yoga, breath and the teachings of Krishnamacharya and Iyengar.
Likhita Japa: Lord Vishnu
Step into a transformative spiritual journey with Likhita Japa: A Pathway to Divine Connection and Inner Transformation.
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Likhita Japa: Lord Shiva
Embark on a deeply transformative spiritual journey with Likhita Japa, the sacred practice of writing mantras.
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Likhita Japa: Lord Ganesha
Embark on a transformative spiritual journey with Likhita Japa. This beautifully crafted book invites you to connect with the divine through the power of the written word.
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Bring the experience of chanting into your space.
There are moments when we naturally come together: to celebrate, to learn, to mark an occasion, or simply to pause. A chanting session can create a different kind of gathering.
I offer Vedic chanting and mantra sessions for many kinds of gatherings, listed below. Each session can be shaped around the nature of the gathering and the participants.
Sessions for
- Intimate gatherings
- Cultural and educational spaces
- Institutions
- Retreats
- Community groups
- Special occasions
What a session may include
Listening
An introduction to the sound and character of Vedic chanting.
Understanding
Context around the selected mantra or chant and its place within the tradition.
Learning
An opportunity for participants to listen and, where appropriate, learn simple portions through guided repetition.
Chanting together
Experiencing the rhythm and resonance of collective chanting.
The sessions are approached with respect for the oral nature of the Vedic tradition, where listening, accurate repetition, pronunciation and continuity are central to learning.
Invite Mantra Yog
If you would like to invite me for a chanting session, I would love to understand your gathering first.
Every gathering has its own character. I would be happy to explore what kind of chanting experience would be appropriate for yours.
A gathering can begin with many things.
Sometimes, it can begin with a sound.