James Boag in Glasgow

In these Sanskṛt recitation practice sessions, we will build on the work of the introductory session and practice recitation of metrical Sanskṛt verse, the form of the majority of Sanskṛt literature, as well as Sanskṛt mantra.

This six hour series is a rare opportunity to learn and practice Sanskṛt recitation in person with a teacher who can guide you into a personal, ongoing recitation practice. Sanskṛt means ‘well made, well done, well put together’. The grammar of Sanskṛt is incredibly versatile and robust, and can be studied for a whole lifetime. The pronunciation however can be grasped relatively quickly. Sanskṛt is phonetic, its sounds have clearly defined places of articulation, vowels are short or long and sounds light or heavy. Once we gain a familiarity with the principles of Sanskṛt recitation we can enhance our practice of Sanskṛt chanting and mantra immeasurably.
If you like singing or chanting in Sanskṛt, this is an invaluable opportunity to deepen your understanding and confidence and cultivate an ongoing practice.
If you are new to Sanskṛt chanting, you will be in the right place. James has studied and taught several languages over more than thirty years. He makes the rules of pronunciation and recitation clear and straightforward and works skilfully, patiently and generously to facilitate an effective learning environment for chanting and recitation. As his great masters did with him, he is ready to struggle with us as we learn to form new sounds and train our vocal apparatus to enunciate the clear, potent combinations of Sanskṛt and taste its rich beauty.

James’ immersive workshops are different from what you will find anywhere else! James’ whole life yoga approach, rooted in decades of holistic practice and study, does an amazing job of inviting us into experiential understanding of how we can work with yoga principles in all aspects of life. The weekend will be invigorating, inspiring, stimulating, challenging and fun! James has a remarkable ability to communicate the practical teachings of the yoga tradition in memorable ways and facilitate a rich learning experience that stimulates multiple intelligences and works with different learning styles.

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