Vocal MedicineTM is the use of mantras and sacred sound to recharge, uplift, and heal the body, mind, and spirit. Vocal Medicine facilitates personal growth and wholeness through sound, primarily through the intrinsic power of the human voice. Offerings include workshops, kirtan, books, courses, and special events. Kathleen has led over 750 events and workshops in recent years, sharing sacred music in Eastern and Western traditions.
Upcoming Events
Join us to experience mantras as powerful tools for self-transformation! No prior experience required. Lyrics and instruction provided as needed. Kirtan is a form of devotional singing in a group, sometimes in a call and response format. Led by Kathleen Karlsen. Learn more on the In-Person Events page.
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Kathleen Karlsen shares her life experiences, research, and thoughts in nearly 200 published articles. Kathleen’s articles have been viewed online over 500,000 times. A list of the dozens of articles included on this website can be found on our Site Map.
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Watch over 300 videos on the Vocal Medicine YouTube channel!
Albums on Spotify
Click to explore 108x Around the Heart on Spotify!
The human body has 108 energy lines or nadis that form the heart chakra. Chanting a mantra 108x activates these energy channels.
Includes Durga’s Mantra, Hanuman’s Rudra Mantra, Rama’s Mantra, Tripura Sundari and the Mahalakshmi Mantra.
Click to explore Vocal Medicine on Spotify!
“Vocal Medicine” is a reference to the benefits of devotional mantras and chanting on all levels.
This album includes Sita Ram, Padmadevi Chant, Lalita Shanti Om, Om Tare Tuttare, Devakinandanda Gopala, Parvati Parashakti and Lokah Samastah.
Books by Kathleen Karlsen
Kathleen Karlsen is a composer, vocalist, and artist exploring the powerful connections between sacred sound and symbols. Her books are the result of her lifelong passion for sacred art and healing music. Kathleen’s artwork is on the cover of each of her books. More about Kathleen on our About page.
Vocal Medicine: Find improved wellness, create a happy brain and experience emotional balance with mantras! Over 30 illustrations. 186 pages
Buy PDF $5.95
Flower Symbols: Fascinating stories of the folklore, symbolism & uses of the world’s most beloved flowers with over 100 flowers. 112 pages.
Buy PDF $2.95
Color-Music Connection: Explore the parallels between sound and color from historic, scientific and artistic perspectives. 60 pages
