Music

Find Kathleen Karlsen’s music on her extensive YouTube channel or explore her music through her Digital Songbook. If you are in the area or want to travel to beautiful Montana, please join us to experience mantras as powerful tools for self-transformation! 

What Is a Mantra?

A mantra is a word or term of power. Every mantra has a specific and exact potency. The word “mantra” is derived from two Sanskrit words. “Man” is from “manas” or mind. “Tra” is from “trai” meaning to protect or free from. Ultimately, the idea is that a mantra will free the seeker from the limitations of the mind.

What is Kirtan?

Kirtan is a form of devotional singing in a group, sometimes in a call and response format. Although singing is part of every spiritual tradition, this particular form originated in India. Kirtan is now gaining popularity in the Western world. Kathleen calls her kirtan “Vocal Medicine” in honor of the healing power of sound.

No prior experience required. Lyrics and instruction provided as needed. You do not have to be a singer or musician to participate. In fact, you are welcome to meditate silently if you like. Learn more about kirtan in the article Everything About Kirtan.

Workshops & Retreats

Come to experience a combination of research, stories, and music. Class days and times vary. Contact Kathleen Karlsen at 406-599-3235 or kathleenkarlsen@msn.com to be added to emails and text notifications.

Mantra workshops and retreats are an opportunity to take a deeper dive into the power of mantras such as the building blocks of mantras, stories from the Vedas, or the connection between sacred geometry and sound.

Workshops are a chance to ask questions and have the intimacy of discussions in a small group format. Workshops are generally 90 minutes to three hours depending on the topic. Learn more about Mantras in Montana.