Yoga Chants [Audiobook, Unabridged] [Audio CD]

Richard Freeman (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 2004

Perhaps no one is more qualified to offer a program on the practice of both yoga and chant than Richard Freeman, who, for nearly a decade, lived in India mastering Sanskrit chant and how it can complement and enrich the practice of yoga. Now he shares the fruits of his intensive study with Yoga Chants, a 2-CD instructional program on the authentic meaning, precise pronunciation, and yogic application of traditional Sanskrit chant. Drawing from the Upanishads and other classical yoga texts,Yoga Chants helps listeners invoke the sacred, find deeper meaning and empowerment in their yoga practice, and reach the ultimate goal of all yoga: liberation. Through commentary on the literal translation and modern understanding of the chants, and featuring the opportunity to participate in call-and-response chants of several Sanskrit mantras, Yoga Chants presents: Why chant completes yoga practice in a way no pose alone can The science of sacred sound: proven physiological effects of chant Ancient chants from India for overcoming delusion, cultivating peace and prosperity, awakening insight into the happiness of pure Being, and much more

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About the Author

Richard Freeman has been a student of yoga since 1968. He has spent nearly nine years in Asia studying various traditions that he incorporates into the Ashtanga yoga practice taught by his principal teacher, K. Pattabhi Jois of Mysore, India. His background includes Zen and Vipassana Buddhist practice, Bhakti and traditional Hatha Yoga in India, Sufism in Iran and, starting in 1974, an in-depth study of Iyengar Yoga. He is still an avid student of both Western and Eastern philosophy, as well as Sanskrit. His ability to juxtapose various viewpoints, without losing the depth and integrity of each, has helped Richard develop a unique, metaphorical teaching style. He lives with his family in Boulder, Colorado where he is the director of the Yoga Workshop.

Product Details

• Audio CD
• Publisher: Sounds True, Incorporated; Unabridged edition (December 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 159179207X
• ISBN-13: 978-1591792079
• Product Dimensions: 0.4 x 0.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #311,411 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars amazing, January 9, 2010

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J. Gram (western New York State) - See all my reviews
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This two-disc offering is a wonderful chanting aid. Richard Freeman is so easy to listen to, and I especially like his commentary about the chants. It is beautifully done, and would be an important addition to the library of any yoga practitioner.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Yoga Chants by Richard Freeman is wonderful!, March 21, 2009

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Cheryl K. Diegel - See all my reviews
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It seems anything Richard Freeman does is of high quality. His mellifluous voice and the manner in which he offers his knowledge of the subject make one feel that you are in the presence of a master and a friend.
Richard lives this material and it is clear in his presentation.

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome workshop!, November 24, 2010

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This is a GREAT 2 cd set of a chant workshop. Chanting can be daunting for many yogis and teachers. Richard breaks it down for you, includes a lot of his personality and gives you something very approachable. It's the next best thing to being at a workshop in person (plus more affordable!)