Authentic Yoga Chanting and Sanskrit Text Recordings
Authentic chanting of foundational texts to help you focus and deepen your connection to yoga philosophy.
I am excited to announce the launch of a comprehensive collection of authentic yogic text chantings. This includes the Patanjali Yoga Sutras, Hatha Yoga Pradipika, Gheranda Samhita, and 13 Yoga Upanishads, all available on major music streaming platforms.
Two of the artists from our chanting project announce the launch of our audio albums. This collection makes fundamental texts like the Patanjali Yoga Sutras and the 20 Yoga Upanishads accessible for all practitioners to listen and learn.
A behind-the-scenes look at the recording of our Bhagavad Gita chanting album, a new addition to our growing collection of sacred texts.
A preview of the Patanjali Yoga Sutra chanting for Chapter 2, Sadhana Pada. This video showcases the Sanskrit text and its transliteration to help you follow along.
A glimpse into a chanting practice session for our "Pranamami Patanjali" event, where students gather to learn and recite the Yoga Sutras together.
Bhajans and kirtan are an integral part of our community. Here is a look at one of our free Bhajan sessions, where we gather to share in devotional music.
A flyer announcing "The Chanting Collection," featuring the voices of Yoga Masters. The collection includes Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, Hatha Yoga Texts, and 13 Yoga Upanishads.
About this collection
Chanting is not a performance. It is a method of study. When you listen to these recordings and follow along with the provided scripts, you are actively engaging the mind, helping to stabilize it before meditation. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner, these albums are designed to help you integrate the rhythm and philosophy of the texts into your daily ritual.
Understanding Chanting as Abhyasa
In the Yogavijnana framework, chanting is a logical process rather than an aesthetic experience. We rely on the concept of 'abhyasa'—the consistent practice done for a long time. By chanting the Patanjali Yoga Sutras, the Hatha Yoga Pradipika, or the Upanishads, you are training your mind to focus on a single object. This is a vital preparation for 'dharana' (concentration) and eventually 'dhyana' (meditation).
The Collection
I have produced these albums to make foundational texts accessible to all. We provide scripts in six languages (Sanskrit, English, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam), ensuring that the barrier to entry is minimal. You can follow the rhythm, learn the correct pronunciation, and internalize the philosophy behind the words.
How to Use These Albums
- For Beginners: Use the chanting as a background tool while you go through the scripts to learn the sounds. This builds familiarity with the Sanskrit language.
- For Practitioners: Use the recordings to regulate your breath during your practice. The cadence of the chant helps in steadying the breath, which in turn steadies the mind.
- For Serious Students: These recordings serve as a guide for your daily study. The repetition allows you to memorize the verses, making the knowledge a part of your intellectual foundation.
My goal is to provide resources that support your journey toward self-inquiry. These are not merely audio files; they are tools for deeper understanding.
Yogavijnana
I am Vinay Siddaiah. My work focuses on the intersection of ancient yogic texts and modern scientific principles. I produced these chanting albums to help serious students engage with the foundational scriptures of yoga through direct, daily practice.
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