Voice Activation & Mantra Singing
Foundations Of Vocal Activation & Devotional Singing
Sunday, January 18, 2026, 13:30 - 16:30
AthaYoga, Zurich
Join Punnu for a powerful journey into the foundations of vocal activation, devotional singing, and chanting of sacred Indian mantras.
Immerse yourself in the ocean of nāda, which means sound, and ancient mantras. Through vocal training, rhythm, and clear pronunciation, and through the repeated recitation and singing of sacred sound over a longer period of time, a deep meditative space is created.
Punnu’s soulful voice and the meditative power of his guidance will offer you a unique experience.
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?
- Vocal warm ups and toning
- Singing and chanting ancient mantras
- Clear articulation and correct pronunciation
- Rhythm and timing
- Ear training
- Bhakti Yoga, the yoga of devotion
- Stories and teachings about the deities
Why Attend?
This workshop offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the vibrational energy of sacred sound, which can support inner peace, mental clarity, and emotional well being.
Whether you are a seasoned singer or a complete beginner, Punnu’s playful and supportive teaching style will help you discover and free your authentic voice.
Chant. Connect. Transform.
WHAT IS KIRTAN
Kirtan began in India centuries ago as a spiritual practice and a way for people to gather and connect with the Divine. As you join the mantras and find your voice, you learn through repetition and feel the vibration moving through you. Song, sound, and music all carry frequency, which can help clear blocked energy, shift emotional states, and uplift the soul. Kirtan often naturally brings more energy, movement, and sometimes dance.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF CHANTING
Chanting is not only the most fun way to meditate but, like laughter yoga, it is also good for your health. The rhythmic tones of chanting mantra and singing kirtan release naturally occurring chemicals in the brain and body that have therapeutic effect.
Studies have proven that chanting helps to raise the frequency of your emotions flooding your system with feelings of love, compassion, self-awareness and consciousness. The process flushing lower vibration emotions from the system. Sufferers of anxiety, depression and insomnia can be assured that studies show chanting has benefits of more ease, deep rest and allows for more control of their emotions. The repetition of energy generated through rhythm focused a persons intention and helps eliminate negative thoughts.
SPIRITUAL PRACTICE
Chanting goes beyond the body-mind to the realm of Spirit. It results in feelings of oneness and connection which offer such expanse and sense of inclusivity which western forms of mental health therapy can’t typically inspire or access.
Punnu Wasu
Punnu is an Indian vocalist, musician, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. He was born and raised in Hyderabad into a family that has a true love for kirtan and spirituality. He began studying harmonium and singing at the tender age of 5. At age 10, he moved on to studying the Indian Classical Music (Hindustani) while travelling with his father throughout India singing the beautiful verses of Kirtan.
Later on, he also studied mandolin and tabla. He performs Kirtan, Xtatic Kirtan, Indian Fusion, Indian Classical music, Sufi, Bollywood music as well as Sound Healing around the world. Punnu is featured in the documentary "The Power of Mantra". He has his own Kirtan Academy and Sound Healing Academy and also leads music workshops in combination with yoga & meditation globally.
When you chant a mantra, you’re not just singing. You’re reshaping your inner world through sound. Every vibration is a prayer, every syllable a step back home to your heart.
- Punnu Wasu
Price
CHF 95
Further Information
What to Bring
A journal and pen for taking notes.
Wear comfortable clothes.
Classroom Language
Punnu teaches in English, with short German translations available upon request.
Level
All are welcome. No prior experience or instruments are necessary.
Place
AthaYoga, Gartenstrasse 14, 8002 Zurich