Harmonium & Chant Retreat:
Transform Your Practice

 

August 10-17, 2025 | Crestone Mountain Zen Center, Colorado

 

Immerse yourself in a life-changing journey of Nāda Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, and sacred sound with expert guidance in the serene beauty of Colorado.

🌟 Early Bird Special! 🌟
Save 10% when you pay in full by February 15th! 🕒
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Why Join This Retreat?

  • ✨ Deepen Your Sacred Sound Practice – Immerse yourself in daily chanting, harmonium, and mantra meditation to expand your connection to music and devotion.

     
  • 🎶 Receive Expert Guidance – Learn from renowned teachers who specialize in Nāda Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, and Indian sacred music, no matter your skill level.

     
  • 🎼 Enhance Your Musical Skills – Develop confidence in singing, chanting and harmonium playing with hands-on classes and personalized support.

     
  • 🧘🏽‍♂️ Nourish Your Mind, Body & Spirit – Experience a week of rejuvenating practices, including meditation, movement, and deep listening.

  • 💛 Connect with a Supportive Community – Join a like-minded group of seekers, musicians, and yogis, forming lifelong friendships through shared practice.

     
  • 🌿 Retreat into Nature & Stillness – Enjoy the serene beauty of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains while staying at an authentic Zen monastery.

     
  • 🍽 Savor Delicious, Wholesome Meals – Indulge in nourishing, chef-prepared vegetarian cuisine that supports your practice and well-being.

     
  • 🌟 Return Home Inspired & Transformed – Leave with a revitalized practice, new musical skills, and a deeper connection to your inner voice and devotion.

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What's Included? 

  • 7 nights of lodging at the serene Crestone Mountain Zen Center *

  • Three delicious vegetarian meals daily

  • 35+ hours of expert instruction in harmonium, kīrtan & sacred sound 

  • Optional excursions: Hot springs, hiking, neighboring Goddess (mahā-lakṣmī) temple, and other sacred sites 

  • Optional daily meditation in the incredibly beautiful on-site Zendo with Zen monks  

 * if you choose off-site accommodations you must arrange your own lodging

 

What to Budget in:

  • Flights

  • Ground Transportation

  • Outside meals, excursions, incidentals

  • Covid tests, when necessary

Retreat Experience 

🌞 Sample Daily Schedule (subject to change)
(Early morning Zazen meditation is optional)

 

5:00 a.m. - Zazen Meditation with Zen Monks (optional)

7:00 a.m. - Morning voice, chanting & therapeutic movement practices

8:30 a.m. - Breakfast

10:00 a.m. - Harmonium Classes  

12:30 p.m. - Lunch

2 - 4 p.m. - Break/Rest (optional hiking, hot springs, temple excursions)

5 p.m. - Rāga Singing & Mantra Practice 

6:30 p.m. - Dinner

7:30 p.m. - Kīrtan & Evening Concerts 

 

A Week-Long Immersion in:

✔ Sacred Sound training & harmonium study
✔ Mantra meditation & deep listening
✔ Kīrtan, Nāda & Bhakti Yoga
✔ Community connection & collective resonance

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Special Enrollment Offer 🎁

Pay in full now and receive FREE lifetime access to two of our flagship online courses:
🎶 Harmonium Magic 101 + Luminous Voice 101
($694 value)  

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Enrollment Options

Secure your spot in the retreat by choosing one of the following payment methods: 

Option 1: Pay a $500 Deposit

💠 Reserve Your Spot 

  •  A $500 deposit ensures your participation but does not guarantee your lodging preference.

  • When making your deposit, you'll be asked to select your top 2 lodging choices.

🛑 Important: Your spot is saved, but your lodging choice is not confirmed with a deposit alone.
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 Option 2: Pay in Full & Secure Your Lodging

💎 Best Value + Early Bird Discount!

Get 10% off when you pay in full by February 15th plus FREE lifetime access to Harmonium Magic 101 and Luminous Voice 101 ($694 value). 

  1. Choose Your Lodging Option Below

  2. Click "Book Now" on your preferred accommodation

  3. Complete your payment to secure your spot and lodging

⚠️ Lodging is first-come, first-served. Your spot is not confirmed until full payment is received.

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Early Bird Ends Soon!
Pay in full by February 15th and save 10% on your retreat. 

🔹 Rooms are first-come, first-served. Click “Book Now” to secure your spot!

Private Room

$3047 $2742 early-bird price

SOLD OUT

Single Occupancy Room with Twin Bed. Shared Private Bathrooms. 

Shared Room

$2397  $2157 per person early-bird price

Guest House Room, shared with 2 other people. Each room has 1 double and 2 twin beds. The Guest House has large shared Men's & Women's Bathrooms. 

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Shared Yurt

$2097 $1887 per person early bird price

 Stay in a Yurt shared with 1 other person. Twin Beds. Indoor bathrooms are a 3 min walk away. 

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Camping

$1647 $1482 early bird price

The campground is a beautiful flat sandy area on the outskirts of campus. Indoor bathrooms are a 3 min walk away. Supply your own tent, bedding & towels. 

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Sleeping Bag Space

$1647 $1482 early bird price

 Sleep in the beautiful 2800 square foot dome - our practice space for the retreat. You will use the Guest House bathrooms. Supply your own sleeping bag, bedding and towels. 

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Off-Site

$1647 $1482 early bird price

Stay off-site at accommodations of your choice and drive in each day. There are many Air BnB's in Crestone, but book early! 

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Meals

Fine & Inventive Vegetarian Cuisine  

The food at the Crestone Mountain Zen Center is a testament to creativity and freshness. Immerse yourself in three daily meals expertly prepared using the freshest ingredients, thoughtfully crafted to delight your taste buds and nourish your body. CMZC can cater to non-gluten, non-dairy, and vegan diets upon request. Let us know about any allergies, and the kitchen will ensure a seamless, delightful dining experience throughout your stay.

Hear From Past Participants

"The Harmonium Retreat was a truly powerful experience. To sing, play, learn and laugh together within that amazing sound creates an irresistible force into ecstasy and communion, with self and others. In my view it could only be that way, because we were safely held through the expertise and profound knowledge of our instructors."

- Anja Abeles

"The Sacred Sound Lab Retreat was an absolute joy! Sheela, Brent and Puja so thoughtfully create a space where every individual will be joyfully successful, regardless of their level of experience."

- Arti Sud

"As the oldest participant, I would encourage anyone of senior citizen status not to let age be a barrier. Sheela and Brent did a great job in accommodating a variety of ability levels. The setting was exquisite! A perfect place for shared spiritual practice which really opened all of our hearts; a truly beautiful experience!"

- Karima

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Your Teaching Team

Sheela Bringi

Vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and teacher of Indian sacred music

Brent Kuecker

Nāda Yoga and Bhakti Yoga teacher, bassist, and vocalist

Mx Puja Singh

Vocalist, kīrtan leader, and harmonium teacher

All 3 instructors teach daily harmonium classes.

Plus, special guest instructor Stephen Bross is coming back! (tabla & percussion)

FAQ's

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Final Reminder: Early Bird Discount
+ Special Bonuses
🌟

 

Act now to enjoy 10% off when you pay in full by February 15th! Secure your spot today and save on this transformative retreat experience.

 

Plus, get a FREE lifetime access to two of our flagship online coursesHarmonium Magic 101 and Luminous Voice 101 (valued at $694).

 

This is your chance to deepen your practice in sacred sound, Bhakti Yoga, and Nāda Yoga in the breathtaking Sangre de Cristo Mountains.

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Any questions? We’d love to hear from you, to help you make the decision that’s right for you. 

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