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Gina Salá Gina Salá, just back from a 19-city west-coast tour, and leading retreats in Maui and Mexico, has been chanting for 4 decades, studying cross-cultural vocal and sound healing styles for 20 years, and teaching for over 15 years.  With gratitude, inspiratioin, deep commitment and humor, Gina loves to share the power and pleasure of singing for wholeness, awakening, revelation and joy.. She brings songs, chants and sound wisdom from her travels, studies and singing in Egypt, Japan, Barbados, Bali, Ecuador, Costa Rica, Mexico, Barbados, Trinidad, India and beyond. With gratitude to her teachers, students and the inner guidance within, Gina welcomes you to come experience directly how your own voice can deepen your experiences to experience your inner magnificence and the capacities for freedom, joy and empowerment and love in this life. The benefits ripple out to all. test.

Current calendar below. Hari Om! UPDATED  5/28/13

"Singing is a path of freedom, empowerment, beauty and love. No one's voice can take the place of yours. You can sing."- Gina Salá


INDIVIDUAL VOICE/Harmonium/Sanskrit Mantra/Sound Wellness Sessions in person or via Skype: Experience greater freedom and expression in singing and speaking tailored to your needs, interests and timing. As we release and transform blocks to our own vocal expression, we experience the freedom in mind, body, spirit and emotions. Clear mantra pronunciation of mantra allows for great transformation. Your own voice is a direct pathway to integration of all aspects of our being and for deepening easy connection with others- which enhances the pleasure of our life and our effectiveness in our work.For more information/to schedule: (206) 412-3745 or emaill


Do you want to give a memorable gift that really makes a difference to someone?

GIFT CERTIFICATES and CDS: Give a gift that keeps on Giving (and Living)! You can purchase a gift certificate in any amount for sound healing sessions, kirtans, workshop series, group lessons with Gina Salá. Let your friend or loved one experience the pleasure of greater vocal empowerment, confidence, delight or just the great vibes of kirtan. For info: info@ginasala.com

 
 

May 23-June 10, 2013

Japan Workshops/Kirtans/Concerts. Yokohama, Tokyo, Shizuoka, Kyoto

Please write gina@ginasala.com for details.

 


MONDAYS -ROCKIN THE BHAKTI - KIRTAN& HARMONIUM CLASSES-Seattle area
WHEN: Mondays Harmonium Class 6:10-7:15, Kirtan Class 7:30-9ish.

Limited Seattle Schedule: Monday June 10, June 17, July 8-- $20
(10% discount if you take 2 series simultaneously- eg harmonium and chant, or chant and voice).

***6:15- 7:20- Harmonium class: (harmoniums available too) Learn to play this fun, supportive. relatively easy-to-play instrument! Harmoniums available to borrow or buy.

                                  and/or

***7:30pm-9pm "Rocking the Bhakti Kirtan and Mantra Class"-

Bliss, Depth, Heart Opening- EMPOWERMENT- Transformation!

Welcome - whether you have chanted or not to this blissful community and class. Kirtan is an intentionally simple but luscious way to open the heart  and let the mind rest back in Who you are. Rest in love, as it pours through your heart and voice. Many people who have taken this class are alread leading chanting. You can, too.

* Bhakti Yoga (path of Devotion)  *  Kirtan Repertoire and Fundamental (groove, empowerment, bhav)   *   Mantra and Divine Names (meaning and pronunciation) along with stories and relevance   *   Voice coaching along with tips on sharing kirtan with greatest ease and joy and effectivenesa

Drop-ins welcome. FEE: $20 drop-in/class. Discount if you take both classes.

Please contact Gina for  info or special arrangements and please RSVP if you plan to come, and for address and directions.

(206) 412-3745 or ginasala@gmail.com   Hari Om.....


Open Heart/ Open Heart Voice Classes in Seattle. Freedom, Empowerment, Delight!

When: Tuesdays 7:40-9:10pm

LIMITED SEATTLE SCHEDULE: June 18, July 2, and July 9. You can sing!

Whether your goal is the stage or simply rejuvenation, inner confidence, stress relief, community, and the ability sing-along in the holidays, you are welcome here!

In ths series, we’ll focus on the physical body (our instrument) postures, along with supportive excercises, warm ups, techniques in tone, tuning and harmony that are fun and relaxing. Then Gina shares repertoire and jams (from east and west) that allow us to practice the techniques and gain confidence in our one-of-a kind voices! es. Come bring your voice into the warm glow of our classes.


WHERE: Eastlake Yoga- 2501 Eastlake Ave. E. (Seattle, near Lake Union)

FEE -$20 or special arrangements  (206) 412-3745  or ginasala@gmail.com     RSVP appreciated

 


June 20, 2013 Benefit Kirtan in Seattle along with Shantala and Steve Gorn
5-6:30-optional yoga with Rainey $25
7:30-10- Kirtan with Gina Sala, Shantala and Steve Gorn $25

WHERE:  Omculture- 2210 N. Pacific, Seattle, WA   

  stevegorn.com shantalamusic.com elizabethrainey.com  Benefit for Yoga Behind Bars!


June 23-28, 2013 -"Songlines and Raga Roads: Singing Ourselves Home"  workshop at beautiful Hollyhock Retreat Center on Cortes Island, BC

Take a refreshing trek along ancient raga roads and wild yak trails of sound. Experience the power of sound tantra, opening your energy system to greater freedom and illumination. 
Explore the vast spaciousness of the "notes between the notes” of Indian raga singing, where time expands and we distinctly feel the exquisite beauty of all the emotions and relationships in the music, and therefore in our lives.

Rejuvenate and cleanse in the cave of mantra- with Gina'sprecise guidance in mantra pronunciation (and mouth positions) and memorable stories. Learn liberating vocal techniques and dance in a caravan of vocal jams, connected to the natural world.
Gain the tools and support to discover your own heart (medicine) songs that are healing to ourselves and our community. Deep roots and belly-laughs abound. All welcome-no experience required.

 

$545 cdn (meals and accomodations extra) http://www.hollyhock.ca/cms/Gina-Sala.html

 


SOUND SCHOOL FORMING Level one and Level 2: Mantra, Tantra, Shakti, Shiva, Bliss

Contact Gina for more details info@ginasala.com


CALIFORNIA TOUR with DANIEL PAUL- details tba

July 11 Avilla Beach kirtan

July 11 Avila Beach workshop

July 13, 2013- Los Angeles, CA 1-2:30 Performance/ Kirtan at Moksha Festival
  July 14, 2013- Los Angeles, CA,
workshop 2:45-4:15pm at Moksha Festival, Topanga Canyon www.mokshafestival.com

July 17 - Integral yoga Institute -San Francisco
July 18-19- TBA
July 20-Santa Cruz
July 21- San Mateo


September 5-8, Bhakifest!
Bhaktifest.org

Joshua Tree CA, stay tuned for promocode


September 12-18 - western states tour (Washington, Idaho,Montana)

Details tba


September 20-22 Pranafest,Ashland OR

 


 

* FALL 2013 RIVER OF SOUND™  (Sound Yoga) TOUR IN INDIA- Oct/Nov 2013. Hari Om! INSPIRATION, TRANSFORMATION, INTEGRATION in SACRED VIBRATION! Contact Gina at (206) 412-3745 or info@ginasala.com to confirm dates and for more information! This is a trip of a lifetime! Sacred sounds, sites, masters, friends!

Come be welcomed in India as sadhaks on the path of sound! Mantra, Song, Chant, Gypsies, Camel excursion, Music Performances (including gypsy party) and Instruction with music masters from classical, devotional, gypsy and Qawwali traditions, Aarti Puja, Sacred Sites, (caves, temples, Ganges River, more), Rustic and Deluxe accommodations in Delhi, Varanasi (ancient city of Shiva on the Ganges) Rishikesh (Pilgrimage place, foothills of the Himalayas, ancient yoga, ayurvedic massage available), optional Taj Mahal, Rajasthan (immersing in Qawwal isinging and gypsy singing). Call or email for more information on this amazing. unique opportunity to experience India through the powerful sound vibrations within you an d via music and sound masters. If India calls you, what a great blessing to come! Please RSVP to reserve your spot.   (more details on the Retreats page).

For more info: email info@ginasala.com or (206) 412-3745


 

Be renewed and hone your skills in Paradise
Kirtan & Drum Immersion Retreat on Maui
with Gina Salá and Daniel Paul
(Includes daily yoga)
  January 23-30, 2014

For more details and rooms please visit: www.tabladaniel.com/Mauiretreat

Relax on Maui’s rural northshore in this beautiful private garden estate overlooking the ocean. There’s a salt water swimming pool, ozonated hot tubs, sauna, yoga studio, fantastic catered organic meals and a choice of comfortable private rooms, camping or off-site accommodations. Each afternoon you’ll be free to keep singing or jam in smaller groups, or explore the island, There are streams and waterfalls a short drive away and Ho’okipa (windsurfing) and Baldwin beaches are in Paia, 20 minutes away.

Our daily immersion in bhakti chanting with Gina & Daniel will also include: freeing the voice,(vocal practice) kirtan leading, harmonium, sanskrit/mantra delicious pronunciation, raga singing, yoga & tabla or simple drumming for kirtan, finding your own chants, stories.

TO REGISTER/more info:

Contact Gina at: gina@ginasala.com

or Daniel at
email tabladaniel@yahoo.com
or call 808-280-2393

 

 

 

 

 

RECENT EVENTS:

Sunday, April 28, Guest Musician- Seattle Unity Church: 200-8th Ave., Seattle, WA

May 8, 7-9pm- Seattle- special workshop led by Gina Sala for Threshold Choir and those interested. $20 University Unitarian Church   6556 35th AVE NE, Seattle

 


 

Mini Tour: Global Vocalist Gina Salá with  bansuri virtuoso Steve Gorn and tabla maestro Daniel Paul in SOCAL May11-15, 2013:

 

Saturday, May 11, Encinitas, CA- Jyoti Mandir  760-635-1008

Sunday, May 12, Sherman Oaks, CA- Rising Lotus - risinglotus.com))

Monday, May 13, Temple of Love- W. Hollwood- 2110 Mt. Olympus Dr. Los Angeles 3234509083

Om Tat Sat Institute of Yoga- Refreshments will be served<3


Tuesday, May 14, Century City, CA- House Program at Randall's
2235 Linnington Ave, Century City, LA   310-367-5586
   $15


Wednesday, May 15th 7pm, Urban Yoga Center
458 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, (760) 320-7702

Friday May 17th at 5pm, SHAKTIFEST Main Stage  Joshua Tree, CA http://Bhaktifest.com/

 

 

 


 

 

*****SOUND SCHOOLS***


***"Sound School" in Seattle and N. BC, Canada with Gina Salá: Mantra, Tantra, Nada Yoga, Sound and Wellness. Let us know if you are ready for a deep and delicious dive into sound and consciousness!:
Several weekend intensives and private guidance over 12 months. A rooted, systematic approach to gaining tools for balance and transformation, freedom and stability, awakening to bliss and peace in turbulent times. The vibrations we share (in thoughts, mantra, emotions, sound) make a difference in the world. Gina has been chanting mantra for nearly 4 decades, and has been studying and sharing cross-cultural sound and wellness practices for nearly 20 years. With honor and gratitude to all her teachers, and the Source in all, she welcomes you all. Please contact Gina if you are interested in being part of this rare and wonderful experience of a year-long Sound School (Mantra, Tantra, Voice Empowerment, Sound Healing, Sanskrit, Bliss).. For more information or to reserve your space (its almost full), please contact Gina: info@ginasala.com or

(206) 412-3745

Currently there are sound schools in Seattle and BC. More possible for other communities.

 


 

March 8-15, 2014 Ocean of Devotion-Sound Wellness Retreat in Yelapa, Mexico -Benefits ripple out to all!

Delicious singing, sound healing practices, chanting, hikes, swimming, delicious healthy food, optional boat trip and snorkeling (where we see dolphins, blue-footed boobies, and more). Here you have a chance in this safe little village, free of cars, to reconnect with your self, your dreams and vision. Returning home, the rejuvenation and inspiration then ripples out into your life and to those you meet. All welcome, and families with children also easily accomodated in palapas! Paz y bendiciones (peace and blessings)! View next year's Details>>

 


 

SPECIAL GAYATHRI MANTRA IMMERSION/INSTRUCTION:  Seattle area

The Gayathri mantra, is a powerful mantra of illumination in the hindu and buddhist traditions. With clear transmission, open heart and clear pronunciation,it is a powerful healing mantra that for thousands of years was only made available to brahman males. By the grace of her gurus, most recenltly Vagesh Shastriji, Gina is pleased to share this mantra, its origins and related practices, clearly with  you so you can experience the benefits of this powerful sacred sound.


 

ABOUT GINA SALÁ:

Gina Salá has been chanting mantra and focused on spiritual studies since the age of 3 living in a hindu ashram. She leads sound retreats, workshops, chanting and tours internationally, and has been studying sound with Indian sound masters beginning in 1992, as well as with Shamans and others over the years.  With a repertoire spanning 23 languages, she has sung for Cirque du Soleil, and at venues such as the UN, Ram Nomi on Ram Ghat on the Ganges, and the US Capitol. For the past 7 years, she has focused on Sound Tantra with her sound gurus in India. With a deep love of the Divine in many forms, and a respect for the power of sound and voice that continues to deepen, her passion is singing us awake to Who we are.  www.ginasala.com  www.facebook.com/gina.sala.music

 


 


 

 

 

 

Om shanti shanti shanti Om!
Peace and blessings to all Beings!
Jai Ma!

Because the One I love lives inside of You . . . © Gina Salá, 2001 All rights reserved.