Chant for Kids 12/01/2011
 Kirtan Kids: The Elephant, The Monkey and the Little Butter Thief (CD) by Jai Uttal Join in our delightful CD giveaway just in time for holiday giving! "World music," explains composer and chant master, Jai Uttal, "is music from everywhere. Music that creates bridges. Music that unites hearts and cultures. Music that brings peace." This gifted musician indeed inclines the heart toward love and unity with his newest offering, this time created for our children. "Kirtan Kids" is pure delight. One quick listen and I'm sure you'll agree. Not familiar with Kirtan? Kirtan is chant, singing the names of God, sourced in the Hindu (yogic) tradition, but prevalent in various forms in many spiritual traditions around the world. Considered a very simple spiritual practice in which anyone can engage, on the surface it appears that one is simply naming names. But kirtan was designed (who knows how long ago) to open the heart, stir the mind, and incline the spirit toward the Divine so inner movement can occur, opening, healing, ushering in a profound and "felt" experience of the Holy. Artist Jai Uttal (a lifelong musician and student of yoga, including being a disciple of Neem Karoli Baba in India) is renown for his chant albums for adults, but this time around he's offering a unique and upbeat—and full of humor—approach to chant that kids and their parents will enjoy. "Kirtan Kids" begins with a wonderful personal invitation from Jai Uttal explaining in kid friendly language how this all works and what fun we will have listening to the songs and stories on this CD. Nine chants in both Sanskrit and English, backed up by five choirs of children of various ages, and three playful stories, really do make listening pure delight. The energy conveyed encourages little ones to get up dance, sing, clap and play, all in the spirit of unity. "Poppa Jai" invites us to sing along with our little ones, "and to keep our hearts and minds ever more open to the mysteries, the miracles, and the infinite love that always surrounds us." Listen to samples here, including Poppa Jai's Introduction and welcoming words. Get ready to enjoy! http://www.soundstrue.com/shop/Kirtan-Kids/3667.productdetails We are extra delighted to have TWO copies of this CD to Giveaway, courtesy of its label, Sounds True, just in time for holiday giving.Leave your thoughts here, about this CD, Jai Uttal, or your experience with kirtan or chant, and you'll be entered into the drawing to be held Dec. 15—just in time for pre-holiday mailing so you can wrap it up and give it as a gift! Fun! Upon opening, be prepared for the little ones in your house to chant and dance around the Christmas tree. Merriment abounds with Jai Uttal and "Kirtan Kids." As Poppa Jai says, "Whether or not we understand the meanings of these words, these chants become vessels to carry our deepest unspoken prayers to the infinite soul of God." We'd add—and from the mouths of babes are we so blessed. Learn more about "Kirtan Kids" here. Buddha Chick Life is an affiliate of Sounds True and is honored to feature their transformational products. We receive no renumeration for doing so. Our joy is to receive their products to review, then pass them along to you as gifts.  Jai Uttal is a pioneer in the world music community. His eclectic east-meets-west sound has put his music at the forefront of the world fusion movement. Jai Uttal's musical roots embrace a rich variety of cultures and traditions that span the globe and the centuries. From the hillbilly music of the Appalachian mountains to the passionate strains of Bengali street singers, from the haunting rhythms and melodies of ancient India to contemporary electric rock sounds, Jai's music distills the essence of diverse musical forms. Read more here and here. Comments12/02/2011 3:14pm
Very excited about this giveaway, would love to introduce my kids to kirtan. I do a fair amount of chanting in my own practice, and it is the vibrational level, as sound therapy, that really speaks to me. My kids will sometimes join in a bit, and I think it is an especially powerful tool for kids, because it is physical in a way - they can feel it in their bodies. I've been to Jai's winter solstice event at Spirit Rock. There's something hauntingly beautiful and divine in his voice. I feel like it awakens my own divinity that is often sleeping. Danielle 12/05/2011 12:58pm
I cannot tell you how big my smile gets when I see creations such as this. I tried all of the "conventional" ways to calm my daughter in her early years. I listened to all the doctors, family and friends tell me their "shoulds". I listened for awhile until I realized their shoulds for me just never worked. As soon as I stepped out of the box and started doing what my intuition was guiding me towards my house, my child and myself became more peaceful. We chant at night before and after our meditation to help calm our minds and bring attention to the "happy thoughts". I have never heard of a kids chant CD and this excites me :) 12/05/2011 1:25pm
One of the greatest joys of raising my daughter is watching her two year old consciousness evolve to welcome so many different ways to greet the sacred - greeting the moon, pointing out statues of Mary... I would love to share sacred chant with her too! Melissa 12/05/2011 3:56pm
Listened to snippets of this CD during an interview with Jai Uttal. Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful!! Thank you for your generous giveaway. nanda 12/05/2011 4:25pm
Yay! Love playing our Jai CDs for our kidlets ...must pick this one up regardless. sumati bellsey 12/05/2011 4:40pm
I have loved Jai's collection of work for so long. From what I've heard so far of this CD is the kids AND grownups will revel in singing along with this CD. It would be so delightful to be the recipient of a free copy!!! Sager Whitney 12/05/2011 5:09pm
Jai's joyful presentation of kirtan for the youngsters among us is a blessing. Would love to gift this to my grandchildren so they can join with me in the fun of song and chant. Abby 12/05/2011 6:33pm
Having had the joy of spending many hours chanting with Jai, I would love to share his Kirtan Kids CD with my friends who have kids. 12/05/2011 9:28pm
My daughter asks for a recording of Jai's almost every morning on the way to school, Rama Bolo. She is three years old. Would love something fresh to stick in so we don't wear out that cd, song #4! Namaste. Sharon 12/05/2011 9:59pm
Couldn't think of anyone else for our kids to sing/chant along with :) 12/07/2011 5:35pm
I know that my little kirtan loving grandson would love this cd. Thanks for the giveaway. OM Shanti Just delighted that so many of you are finding Jai Uttal as a great source of fun and inspiration for yourselves and your children. This CD really is special. As a mom, I have listened to plenty if kids's music CDs, but this one has such a beautiful authentic energy to it. It is a find and I'm excited we can give away two copies! Enjoy! And thanks for commenting. AnnMarie 12/07/2011 7:33pm
I would love to have this CD. just starting to get my 8 year old niece into Kirtan and she especially loves Jai! Rocio 12/07/2011 8:11pm
Since the very first time I heard Jai Uttal, he became my very favorite singer,,his music and lyrics are fabulous....it ignites the very best in me....love to hear him again and again..Kirtan is such a relaxing yet invigorating music,,I have my daily dose of it. Annie Karuna 12/07/2011 8:45pm
Jai, Jai! bringing us all together. The ideal gift for all has been found! Om Shanti! Neeka 12/07/2011 10:21pm
I have done chanting for a number of years with kundalini yoga. But when I saw Jai live a few years ago, with his gorgeous voice, and the whole audience was chanting, that was bliss. I know exactly what dad & mom I'd give this CD to. Thanks for spreading the word! 12/07/2011 11:04pm
I love this CD! I bought two for my two grandkids and forgot to get an extra one for myself! I love Jai, I love kirtan and I love you for offering this cool giveaway! Renee 12/12/2011 5:48pm
Yay a CD for kids... maybe I'll finally get mine back :) Leave a Reply | Buddha Chick Life
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