Self Realization Shala Order

"Chanting (Kirtans) is the repetitious singing of devotional poems, prayers or affirmations set to simple melodies. To sing in this way awakens the natural love of the heart and prepares the way for meditation. If you have difficulty stilling your mind for meditation, devotional chanting may be just what you need. Perhaps this is why Paramahansa Yogananda said "Chanting is half the battle." In India they call these events "Kirtans." The chants are usually accompanied by harmonium, guitar, kirtals, and drums.