It’s always a great source of joy to sing in the presence of Amma. This year we are designing our bhajans’ presentation in such a way that all singers/musicians (beginners, intermediate and those with years’ of experience) can participate. We will start rigorous practice from January 2011.

We would like our bhajans to reflect shraddha (dedication) and bhakti (devotion) toward Amma. We are grateful to Swami Amritaswarupanandaji for his valuable feedback (Summer 2009) on our bhajan presentation. Based on his suggestions we have decided to hold regular bhajan practices. Those interested in participating and singing for Amma need to meet the following criteria:

1. Attend at least 6 practice sessions out of 10.
2. Must ARRIVE 15 minutes prior to practice and settle down with instruments, books etc. Since we have very limited time, this is critical.
3. Strong interest and commitment.
4. Once bhajans have been selected and finalized, booklets and accompanying CD will be distributed.
5. Childrens’ practices will be conducted separately. Even children must attend specified number of practices. Their practices will begin in March 2011.
6. Bhajan practices have been distributed to four locations. A lot of thought has gone into making it convenient for all participants.

Tentative Practice Schedule

• Sat, Jan 15, 2011: Pepperell 1:45 pm
• Sat, Feb 12, 2011: Lexington 1:45 pm
• Sun, Feb 27, 2011: Worcester 1:45 pm - was canceled due to inclement weather
• Sun, Mar 13, 2011: Connecticut Lexington 1:45 pm - note change of venue
• Sun, Mar 27, 2011: Worcester 1:45 pm
• Sat, Apr 09, 2011: Lexington 1:45 pm
• Sun, Apr 24, 2011: Worcester Pepperell 1:45 pm - note change of venue
• Sat, May 07th, 2011: Worcester 1:45 pm
• Sat, May 21, 2011: Pepperell 10:00 am - 3:00 pm (Final Rehearsal Part I for Morning Program Bhajans)
• Sun, Jun 05, 2011: Pepperell 10:00 am - 3:00 pm (Final Rehearsal Part II for Devi Bhava Bhajans. The children will have their rehearsal from 3-4 pm)

In case of inclement weather necessitating a change of venue, emails will be sent to all participants. Also, you can check our calendar for updated dates and times.

Satang leaders are kindly requested to recruit singers/musicians and encourage all to participate. Looking forward towards joyful singing for Divine Mother :).