In-Person Events

Kirtan (Monthly)

Come chant with us! Perfect for beginners and experienced mantra lovers. Lyrics and explanations provided. Experience the bliss of mantras and sacred sound.

Kathleen Karlsen leads original and traditional chants, focusing on sacred sound and healing.
Jake Fleming is a composer, producer, educator, and staple musician in the Bozeman community.
Andrew Karlsen adds a variety of percussion instruments to Vocal Medicine kirtan.
Julie Southwell has toured with prominent kirtan artists including Dave Stringer, Jai Uttal, Girish, etc.

Please join us Saturday, March 28, at Strength & Grace Yoga, 4055 Valley Commons Drive, STE B2, Bozeman. $15/person, kids 16 & under free.

Info: 406-599-3235 All are welcome! No prior experience required. Lyrics provided. Live near Bozeman, Montana? Sign up for text message event notifications!

Kirtan Testimonials

“On Friday evening, the studio swelled with sound and spirit as Vocal Medicine offered their monthly kirtan—a nearly full-house gathering in joyful, reverent song. Drums, harmonium, violin, saxophone, guitar, and more wove together with chanting voices, creating an intimate, heart-opening experience.

Several of the chants honored Ganesha (also known as Ganapati), the joyful, elephant-headed deity known for wisdom, playfulness, and a bit of mischief. He’s often called the “remover of obstacles,” but more accurately, Ganesha helps us see what’s in our way—so we can meet it with awareness and grace.”
Turi Hetherington, Strength & Grace Owner

“What a joy to see people of all ages and backgrounds coming together to share an evening of mantras and kirtan! I am so grateful to be able to attend!”

NM, Bozeman, MT

“About six years ago when I was in a time of very deep grief, a dear friend invited me to attend Vocal Medicine kirtan. We went to a couple of Kathleen’s events, and then to a series of her workshops–and I have been a Vocal Medicine “regular” ever since! The healing power of sacred mantras has changed my life, and the wonderful community is an added gift. I love to join my voice with others in this joyous spiritual practice. I am profoundly grateful for the wealth of information on Kathleen’s website and for the opportunity to chant every day with the beautiful music on her YouTube channel. Thank you, Kathleen and friends!”
DMW, Bozeman, MT

“I’ve learned that singing mantras presses the tongue to the roof of the mouth, stimulating the hypothalamus…. I’ve been singing mantras for years and this is the first time I’ve experienced healing a specific condition [headaches] with one. I am in awe!”
A.C., Bozeman, MT

Mantras & Tibetan Bowls (Quarterly)

Come experience a combination of healing mantras with Kathleen Karlsen and Tibetan bowls with Brian Sparks followed by a relaxing, therapeutic sound bath. Join us once a quarter for this special offering. Next event to be scheduled in 2026.

Location

Weekly mantra events, workshops, and kirtan are held at Strength & Grace, 4055 Valley Commons Dr, STE B2, Bozeman, MT. Come join us any time! All events are open to beginners. Contact Kathleen Karlsen at 406-599-3235 or kathleenkarlsen@msn.com for more information about specific events.

Pricing

$15 Per Class OR
$50 for 5x Multi-Event Card

Event Payment

Payment for classes, kirtan and other events can be made at the door (same pricing) or through the buttons below. $15/single event, $50 for 5x multi-event pass.