“Zoom Chant” is a special opportunity to explore the power of chant and mantra to unlock the true resonance of the voice.

We come together to explore the profound power of sound and intention. Chanting is the practice of repeating sacred sounds, words, and melody that resonate deeply within the body and mind. Drawing from world traditions, we incorporate universal mantras that carry vibrations of peace, healing, and unity. These mantras, rooted in wisdom from various cultures, create a shared space of harmony and connection. In these sessions, you’ll have the opportunity to carve out time for yourself—a sacred pause from the demands of daily life. Chanting calms the mind, balances emotions, and fosters a sense of inner peace and presence. The collective energy of the group magnifies these benefits, even when shared virtually. Whether you’re seeking to connect with others, deepen your spiritual practice, or simply find a moment of stillness, this is a space for you.

Come as you are, and allow the sound to guide you inward. Together, let’s create a rhythm of balance and harmony to carry into our lives.

We will meet via ZOOM. Once booked I will send details of how to connect. You will need to download Zoom on your phone or computer. If you are unable to make the session(s) you can watch on catchup available for one week.

Venue: Online Via Zoom. Dates: Sep 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th, Oct 30th, Nov 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th, Dec 4th, 11th, 18th. Cost: £10 per session (per person). Time: 11am-12pm.

Samhain is the ancient festival that marks the turning of the year into the darker half of the cycle, often associated with reflection, release, and remembrance. Traditionally, this time of year is said to be when the “veil” between worlds feels thinnest, making it a powerful moment for connecting inwardly and honouring those who have gone before us. Whether taken symbolically or spiritually, it offers a space to slow down, listen deeply, and acknowledge the cycles of life, death, and renewal. This online Samhain ritual on Saturday 31st October (Zoom) will be a guided space for calling in and honouring the ancestors through chant, mantra, movement, free voice, ritual, and meditation. No vocal experience is required—just a willingness to explore sound and presence in a supported way. The session is designed to be accessible and open, allowing each person to participate in their own way.

No vocal experience required.

Venue: Zoom. Date: Saturday October 31st 2026. Cost: £25 or £20 (per person) if pre-booked by Oct 24th. Payment is via PayPal or BACS. Time: 7-8.30pm.

Email gavin_frank@yahoo.co.uk for more details.

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Kirtan means "Singing the Divine Name" and is a devotional practice from India, where voice, rhythm, and repetition come together to create a meditative and uplifting experience. Traditionally, it involves call-and-response chanting of simple sounds or phrases, often accompanied by music, allowing participants to drop out of the thinking mind and into a more embodied, open state. You don’t need any vocal experience or to consider yourself a “good” singer—Kirtan is open to everyone. It’s not about performance, but about expression, connection, and discovering your voice in a supportive, inclusive space. 

Venue: Rooted In Burford,112a High St, Burford OX18 4QJ. 

Dates: Sept 11th, Oct 2nd, Nov 6th, Dec 4th 2026.

Time: 6.30-8pm.

Book here: 

https://backoffice.bsport.io/m/Rooted%20in%20Burford/5653/workshop/tabSelected=2&index=2&coaches=56724

This voice weekend invites you into a deeper relationship with your voice — not as something to be forced or perfected, but as something to be listened for, called in, and allowed to emerge. While our intention is to connect with the inner voice, there is also an invitation to call out for sounds that may feel unfamiliar or unheard, and to call in qualities that bring greater authenticity, embodiment, and aliveness. These may be sounds you have never experienced before, or sounds you already know, now arising from a deeper, more connected place. Through stillness, breath, movement, and embodied awareness, we create the conditions for the voice to reveal itself. Using a range of practices — including breathing exercises, gentle bodywork, movement, mantra, and simple melodic frameworks — we explore ways of inviting sound rather than pushing it. This work is open to everyone and reaches far beyond singing technique; it is about listening deeply, connecting body, heart, and soul, and allowing the voice to lead us toward a more authentic and vital expression of who we are. No vocal experience

required.

Venue: The Annexe at No 4,

Headington, Oxford OX3 7PJ. Dates: Saturday November 14th & Sunday November 15th 2026.

Cost: £150 or £140 if pre-booked by Oct 14th & £125 by Sep 14th. Payment is via PayPal or BACS. Times: 10.30am-4.30pm.

Email gavin_frank@yahoo.co.uk for more details.

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“Chant Out Oxford" offers a transformative monthly gathering where voices unite in a safe and sacred space, blending music, mindfulness, and community. Through the ancient practice of chanting, participants are invited to open their voices, release tension, and immerse themselves in a space of deep peace and self-expression. Accompanied by the soulful sounds of the Indian harmonium and drum, this circle becomes a shared sanctuary—a nurturing space where individuals can connect with themselves, each other, and the essence of community. Whether you’re new to chanting or experienced in its practice, Chant Out Oxford welcomes all. Together, we cultivate peace, weaving a tapestry of sound that resonates with harmony and joy. The act of chanting not only nourishes the soul but fosters a sense of belonging, grounding each participant in the power of the tribe and the circle. In this shared rhythm, voices rise and blend, reminding us of the strength and beauty of connection. Come to rest, to heal, and to leave with a heart full of light and renewal. There is parking at the venue. Go to the end of Manzil Way past the mosque on your right and the entrance is on the corner. We are upstairs in the activities room.

Venue: The Asian Cultural Centre, Manzil Way, Oxford, OX4 1GH.   Dates: Sept 12th, 26th, Nov 7th, Dec 5th 2026.

Cost: £14 or £12 per session if pre-booked. Pay full price on the door or via Paypal or BACS to get a discount.

Time: 7.30-9pm.

Email gavin_frank@yahoo.co.uk for more details.

“Winter Solstice Song" is a morning Zoom workshop designed to honour the year’s darkest day through an immersive blend of chant, mantra, body work, the Indian scale, improvisation, and ritual. Celebrating the Winter Solstice offers a profound opportunity to pause, reflect, and align with nature’s rhythms as we transition from darkness toward the returning light. By engaging in these sacred practices, participants can connect deeply with their inner selves, cultivate a sense of renewal, and draw on the solstice’s ancient wisdom to set intentions for the year ahead. This workshop is a powerful way to honor the cyclical nature of life, embrace stillness, and emerge with a renewed sense of clarity and purpose.
No vocal experience required.

Venue: Zoom. Date: Sunday December 20th 2026. Cost: £25 or £20 (per person) if pre-booked by Dec 13th. Payment is via PayPal or BACS. Time: 11am-12.30pm.

Email gavin_frank@yahoo.co.uk for more details.

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