Chanting is Pranayama with Dr. Sundar Balasubramanian
Schedule
Sun, 14 Sep, 2025 at 02:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
915 A North Lake Park Blvd , Carolina Beach, NC, United States, North Carolina 28428 | Carolina Beach, NC
Explore the powerful synergy of breath and sound with this unique workshop on chanting and kirtan. Combining regulated breathing with vocalization, these practices are integral to the yogic tradition. Dr. Sundar Balasubramanian, a pioneer in Pranayama research (including studies on salivary biomarkers) and an expert on the ancient Siddha tradition, brings a unique perspective to this workshop. Drawing from his firsthand research and published work on the Thirumanthiram of Saint Thirumoolar, this workshop blends ancient wisdom with modern science.
Participants will:
Explore ancient texts on chanting.
Practice key chanting methods from the Pranayama tradition and innovative techniques developed by Dr. Balasubramanian.
Understand the biological mechanisms of chanting.
Learn about the clinical and social applications of chanting.
This workshop is ideal for anyone interested in chanting, kirtan, and Pranayama, from those seeking stress relief to patients and caregivers looking for complementary symptom management strategies.
$45 before Aug 24th, $50 after. A portion of proceeds are donated to the Tamil Chair charity.
Where is it happening?
915 A North Lake Park Blvd , Carolina Beach, NC, United States, North Carolina 28428Event Location & Nearby Stays: