Krishna Das is known for his ability to transport his audience to other worlds with his deep, hypnotic voice. Fusing traditional kirtan of the East with Western harmony and rhythm, Krishna Das has developed his own musical style. In Flow of Grace, he shares the 40 lyrical verses that give praise to Hanuman, the monkey god known as the pinnacle of bhakti (devotion) and the remover of fears and obstacles. It is said that just by reciting this ancient mantra, you will gain great strength and confidence and be filled with divine energy.
Furthermore, in this book and CD set, Krishna Das explores the correct pronunciation of each of the 40 transformative verses, the means of invoking Hanuman’s grace and healing, and the power chanting. Flow of Grace also includes two recorded CDs. On the CDs you will find six different melodies of the Hanuman Chalisa with musical accompaniment and two instructional recitation of all 40 verses, as well as a wonderful rendition of the “Ring Song.”
AUDIO TRACKS
DISC ONE:
- Sri Ram Chalisa (16:26)
- Hallelujah Chalisa (9:42)
- Good Ole Chalisa (8:22)
- Nina Chalisa (7:32)
- Mountain Chalisa (9:45)
- Bernie's Chalisa (10:10)
- Ring Song / Jaya Siya Ram (9:38)
DISC TWO: (for pronunciation practice)
- Hanuman Chalisa - slow (7:36)
- Hanuman Chalisa - phrase by phrase (21:18)
In the winter of 1968, Krishna Das met spiritual seeker Ram Dass and was enthralled by the stories of his recent trip to India, where he met the legendary guru Neem Karoli Baba. Soon thereafter, he left behind his dreams of being a rock ’n’ roll star and was on his way to India to meet this remarkable Being. In the three years he spent there with Neem Karoli Baba, Krishna Das’s heart was drawn to the practice of Bhakti Yoga—the yoga of devotion—and especially to the practice of kirtan (chanting the Divine Names).
Krishna Das returned to the United States and, as he continued chanting, developed his signature style, fusing traditional kirtan structure with Western harmonic and rhythmic sensibilities. He travels the world, leading call-and-response kirtans and sharing this deep, experiential practice with thousands of people.
