Satsang Concert with Krishna Das
Satsang Concert with Krishna Das
Up to 30 in group
May 24, 2025
Retreat Highlights
- Experience a meditative soundscape with rare indigenous instruments
- Engage in mindful rhythm practices using professional-grade drums
- Learn about the cultural history of sacred and organic sound tools
- Participate in hands-on opportunities to play curated instruments
- Deepen your connection to music, meditation, and cultural traditions
About this Retreat
Your Guides
Krishna Das has been called Yoga’s “rock star,” layering traditional kirtan with instantly accessible melodies and modern instrumentation. With a remarkably soulful voice that touches the deepest chord in even the most casual listener, Krishna Das—known to friends, family, and fans simply as KD—has taken the call-and-response chanting out of Yoga centers and into concert halls, becoming a worldwide icon and the best-selling Western chant artist of all time. His album, Live Ananda, (released January 2012) was nominated for a Grammy in the Best New Age album category.
KD spent the late 60’s traveling across the country as a student of Ram Dass, and in August 1970, he finally made the journey to India, which led him to Ram Dass’ own beloved guru, Neem Karoli Baba, known to most as Maharaj-ji.
Given the name Krishna Das, KD began to chant as part of following the path of Bhakti Yoga—the Yoga of devotion.
Details of this retreat
Start Time 7:30 PM
Join Grammy-nominated and world-renowned musician Krishna Das for a night of transcendental kirtan with the Yogaville community. Krishna Das is a down-to-earth yogi as well as a beloved figure in the world of spirituality and music. All are welcome to join in on this celebration of community and connection.
Enjoy sacred devotional chants while exploring the transformative power of mantra and kirtan (chanting names of the divine). This evening experience is designed to make chanting mantras simple and accessible to all, facilitating a deep connection with oneself and igniting the fire of Bhakti (devotional worship) within your heart.
Krishna Das will host this Saturday Satsang Concert as part of a three-day Bhakti Yoga retreat. Experience a full weekend of bhakti bliss by joining the Yoga of Devotion with Krishna Das retreat, May 23-26, 2025, at Yogaville.
Testimonials
KD is the perfect combination of compassion, insight, humor and truth-telling. — Lalita Lynn Taylor
KD is a master at sharing big things in a simple way and being kind and patient with all our questions. Of course, the chanting was beautiful, sacred, and so healing, especially right now. — Elizabeth Wasserman
My heart is overflowing with love. My deepest gratitude. — Katherine Kasey Conklin
The whole weekend — the talks, the sessions with KD, the life yoga practices, all of it got me back in touch with my practice that had fallen away with the closing of my yoga studio. KD knows what he is talking about! It was my first experience with him (outside of recorded music) and it was neat to just hang out with him and listen to his stories and explanations. This online retreat helped me reconnect with my personal practice and expand it at home. — Melissa Amory
KD is a master storyteller. He is authentic and speaks from his heart and tells it like it is. He is transmitting the teachings of the ancient masters in a simple, easy to understand way. — Kate Doran
KD is my favorite. His kirtans are fresh and contemporary, but they still have a traditional flavor. It makes me happy to listen to him, and to sing along. Krishna Das has a fresh, contemporary take on Kirtan that retains a warm, traditional flavor. He is also a down to earth and accessible teacher. It was a treat to get to ask him questions, and to listen to his answers to other people's questions. It is always a treat to hear him play and sing. — Maria Puente-Duany
Join Grammy-nominated and world-renowned musician Krishna Das for a night of transcendental kirtan with the Yogaville community. Krishna Das is a down-to-earth yogi as well as a beloved figure in the world of spirituality and music. All are welcome to join in on this celebration of community and connection.
Enjoy sacred devotional chants while exploring the transformative power of mantra and kirtan (chanting names of the divine). This evening experience is designed to make chanting mantras simple and accessible to all, facilitating a deep connection with oneself and igniting the fire of Bhakti (devotional worship) within your heart.
Krishna Das will host this Saturday Satsang Concert as part of a three-day Bhakti Yoga retreat. Experience a full weekend of bhakti bliss by joining the Yoga of Devotion with Krishna Das retreat, May 23-26, 2025, at Yogaville.
Testimonials
KD is the perfect combination of compassion, insight, humor and truth-telling. — Lalita Lynn Taylor
KD is a master at sharing big things in a simple way and being kind and patient with all our questions. Of course, the chanting was beautiful, sacred, and so healing, especially right now. — Elizabeth Wasserman
My heart is overflowing with love. My deepest gratitude. — Katherine Kasey Conklin
The whole weekend — the talks, the sessions with KD, the life yoga practices, all of it got me back in touch with my practice that had fallen away with the closing of my yoga studio. KD knows what he is talking about! It was my first experience with him (outside of recorded music) and it was neat to just hang out with him and listen to his stories and explanations. This online retreat helped me reconnect with my personal practice and expand it at home. — Melissa Amory
KD is a master storyteller. He is authentic and speaks from his heart and tells it like it is. He is transmitting the teachings of the ancient masters in a simple, easy to understand way. — Kate Doran
KD is my favorite. His kirtans are fresh and contemporary, but they still have a traditional flavor. It makes me happy to listen to him, and to sing along. Krishna Das has a fresh, contemporary take on Kirtan that retains a warm, traditional flavor. He is also a down to earth and accessible teacher. It was a treat to get to ask him questions, and to listen to his answers to other people's questions. It is always a treat to hear him play and sing. — Maria Puente-Duany
Getting Here
Directions
Yogaville offers transportation from the airport, train and bus stations in Charlottesville, VA. If you are driving Google Maps has reliable turn-by-turn directions.
Accommodation
Availability of complimentary accommodations is determined by the order of booking.
Dormitory
The most popular accommodations we have are Dormitory Accommodations – shared room and shared bath. We have two dormitories, Vivekananda Vihar and Ramalinga Nilayam, which are centrally heated and air-conditioned and convenient to meals and programs.
Lotus Guest House (Private Room)
Each room in our six unit guest house is equipped with a small refrigerator, queen size bed and full bath. Each room in our nine unit guest house is equipped with a queen sized bed and full bath, and no refrigerator.
Tenting
Set off in a quiet, wooded area adjacent to the Lotus Guest Houses are twelve campsites. Campers have use of the bathroom, shower, and laundry facilities nearby Vivekananda Vihar dormitory. Camping is available from March 15th to December 1st.
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Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
Yogaville is home to the Light of Truth Universal Shrine (LOTUS). The LOTUS is a unique temple dedicated to interfaith understanding and the Light within all faiths. Individual altars represent and honor the different world faiths and spiritual paths. The vision, design and inspiration of Sri Swami Satchidananda, LOTUS was dedicated in 1986. It demonstrates, “Truth is One, Paths are Many.” In the peaceful countryside of Virginia, the doors of LOTUS are open to welcome people of all backgrounds and beliefs.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Organic, vegetarian/vegan food
Labeled ingredients
Lacto-vegetarian
Gluten-free and vegan options
Salad bar
Large herbal tea selection
Coffee is available for purchase at Mandala Cafe
What's Included
- Accomodations
- Meals
- Meditation Sessions
- Yoga Classes
What's Not Included
- Transportation
- Airfare
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