Kevin and his partner Susana have been travelling the globe with the intention of joining hearts with mantra and heartsong, to reconnect and remember who we are beyond the illusions of ego.
Weaving ancient Mantras with his own HeartSongs, Kevin’s music is a global fusion of devotional chanting. He draws influence from traditional Indian Kirtan and Rainbow Bhajans, as well as Celtic and Sufi chants mixed with western folk sounds.
Kevin's chanting circles are a co-creative and empowering experience that can have you singing your heart out, dancing in bliss and diving deep into the profound silence that follows.
About this experience:
Sit back and take in the vibes or sing soft sweet simple melodies and let your voice fly with ascending choruses. After a session of devotional chanting and heartsong, Kevin will lead us into a blissful flute meditation taking us on a sound journey through the Himalayas.
A bout your facilitator - Kevin James:
Kevin is a devotional singer, Shakuhachi flute player, and chant leader from Australia. He travels the world in the spirit of oneness, with his wife Susana, going where the invitation and heart lead, sharing ancient mantras and chants from various traditions with his own prayers and heartsongs.
"My intention to assist the movement toward the connection to the heart as a way to find peace & harmony in our lives and the world." Kevin
What others are saying:
"Kevin James’ voice is touching, warm and loving at each moment – authentic and straight from the heart. He sings to your soul, and you will feel an immediate warm embrace that lets you feel cosy, protected and within a realm where sorrows have no weight anymore." – Sat Nam Europe
“Beautiful honest uplifting mantra-based heart songs. I do Love the original Sanskrit translations. It brings a true, recognizable comforting homecoming energy for me. Thank you both very much for sharing your beautiful music.” Saskia Van Tilborg
“Kevin James' Music is so healing and beautiful, so divine. His songs held me through some of the most challenging times in my life and always helped me to stay in my heart and reconnect to my truth and light. Forever grateful.” Mariana Rei
Very uplifting. You can feel the connection with people chanting from around the world. Love the spiritual divine connection that swells from within…” Annie Benfield
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Arrival: This event is a whole experience and presence throughout is intended. Doors open at 6:30pm for a 7pm commencement. Endeavour to arrive with enough time to visit the bathroom and settle in. To preserve the sacred container, doors will close upon commencement.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: C entre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in. It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out to grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM on Centre of You Instagram. Together we will find a way for your heart to receive this beautiful experience.
Tickets: $35 + bf (community rate), $45 + bf (sustainer rate) and $55 + bf (supporter rate). A limited amount of tickets may be available at the door for $50 each depending on remaining capacity as the event drawers nearer.
***IMPORTANT NOTICE BEFORE BOOKING YOUR TICKET - TICKETS ARE NOT REFUNDABLE***
If you wish to transfer your ticket to another person, advise Grace of any name change via grace@centreofyou.com.au so we have the correct information on the door. Please do not reach out to Kevin or Grace of Centre of You to manage finding someone to sell your ticket to.