High Park, Toronto
Blue Moon
What keeps me sober these days is my physio sessions, shiatsu treatment, composing the blog, chanting and most indeed the outdoor kirtan sessions. Today the kirtan was at our usual Hyde Park location. The fruit or result of this endeavor is the attention drawn by the public.
Nicol came to join us for the first time. She just slid right into our kirtan circle. A young family, with origins from Bangalore, also cozily sat on the grass to partake in this positive sound. Of course, Anna Purna and Madhava are a real plus to our team — musically. Madhava is attached to his guitar playing for Krishna. Also, Billy returned from Philly to prove his dedication to the weekly cause. I was also impressed with Nick’s musical ability. He’s shifting from kartals (hand symbols) to mridanga drum and harmonium.
In regard to the use of the harmonium, it really drew the attention of one young cyclist. “What is that? It sounds so exotic.” He was glued to the shape and the sound of this lovely instrument.
People with their baby strollers stopped by for a mystical moment. For babies, well, they usually become stilled or stunned at the mellow, collective sound.
As I complete this writing, I catch a glimpse of tonight’s blue moon. This moon falls on the birthday of Balarama, Krishna’s brother. Now, that disc is mystical.
May the Source be with you!
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