Yes. Call the front desk at Drala Mountain Center and ask them to add two early nights (Aug 7 & 8) before the Singing into Wholeness retreat, and they will update your reservation.

Drala Front Desk: 970-881-2184

After adding the nights, you can complete your Pre-Immersion tuition contribution through the link above. 

Arrival time is between 2 - 5pm on Friday, Aug 7th, and the first session begins at 7pm that day (after dinner).

Although Drala's registration system allows arrival on Aug 8, arriving on the 7th ensures you can attend the full immersion.

Yes. If they are not participating in the retreat, they may register for lodging and meals only. They can choose their dates — either the main retreat days or the retreat plus two early nights.

Please email our Drala program administrator to set this up: 

Patrice DiChristina
pdichristina@dralamountain.org 

Guest Services will then send you a registration link for lodging and meals only.

No. The Harmonium Pre-Immersion is offered exclusively as an add-on to the Singing into Wholeness retreat.

✈️ Can I fly with my harmonium?

Yes! You are allowed to fly with your compact or collapsible harmonium as a carry-on item on U.S. airlines—as long as there is space in the overhead bin or under the seat when you board. This is protected by U.S. Department of Transportation Regulation 14 CFR § 251.3, which requires airlines to allow passengers to bring small musical instruments into the cabin under standard carry-on policies.
➡️ View the official regulation »

✅ Tips for Flying Smoothly with Your Harmonium (Carry-On Option)

• Limit yourself to 2 carry-ons:
  Your harmonium counts as one carry-on item. You are allowed one personal item (like a backpack or purse). 

• Board early:
  Overhead bin space fills quickly. We strongly recommend purchasing priority or early boarding (Group 1 or 2) to secure space. 

• Be kind, but confidently assert your rights:
  If someone asks you to check your harmonium, say:

  “This is a musical instrument. According to DOT regulation 14 CFR § 251.3, I’m allowed to carry it onboard if there’s space when I board.”

• If overhead bins are full:
  Politely ask the flight attendant:

  “Would it be possible to store this instrument somewhere safe—perhaps in a coat closet, crew compartment, or against the bulkhead wall? It’s fragile and cannot be gate-checked.”

  These options are not guaranteed, but flight attendants often try to help when you ask respectfully.

🎹 Only Bring Compact Harmonium Models

Only fly with harmoniums that are small and cabin-friendly, such as:

• Bhava Mini Kirtan Harmonium

• Bhava Lite Travel Harmonium

• DMS 4B (compact and collapsible)

• Raga Mala Peti (lightweight and slim)

🧳 Prefer Not to Carry It On? You Can Check It—Carefully.

If you'd rather not carry your harmonium onboard, you can check it in a suitcase if you pack it carefully:

• Use a well-padded, hard-shell suitcase

• Surround it with clothing, foam, or bubble wrap to immobilize it inside

• Mark the bag as fragile, and notify the check-in agent

• Ensure it stays under your airline’s weight limit (usually 50 lbs)

💡 Have a Larger Harmonium or Feel Unsure?

No problem! If you’re feeling uncertain about traveling with your harmonium—or if your instrument is too large—just email us ahead of time. We’ll do our best to arrange a harmonium for you to use during the retreat.

We're here to help make your musical journey to the retreat smooth and joyful. Feel free to reach out with any travel questions—we’re happy to assist! 🎶

Not at all. The Pre-Immersion is open to all levels, including complete beginners.

Participants will work in breakout groups based on experience level, so beginners and more experienced players can focus on skills appropriate for them.

If you have a harmonium, please bring it if possible. If you don’t have one yet, you may be able to try one at the Pre-Immersion and take it home with you.

Please email us at support@sacredsoundlab.com to reserve one in advance, or submit a request using the form below so we can be sure to have one available for you.

Scholarships and payment plans are not available for the main retreat days. Registration for the Singing into Wholeness retreat is handled through Drala Mountain Center, which offers three self-selected tiers of tuition instead.

For the Harmonium Pre-Immersion, partial scholarships may be available. Please email support@sacredsoundlab.com or send us a message through the form below.