Siddha Yoga Music Courses

Drum I, Drum II, Harmonium I, Harmonium II

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Siddha Yoga two-day music courses are opportunities for Siddha Yoga students ages 13 and older to learn musical skills that will support Siddha Yoga chants at their Siddha Yoga Ashrams, meditation centers, and chanting and meditation groups.

The courses will include group sessions and individual practice time. At the end of each course, participants will be matched with mentors who will meet with them either in person or remotely to support their ongoing learning.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for the Drum I and Harmonium I courses.

The following are the prerequisites for the Drum II and Harmonium II courses.

  • Drum II: Familiarity with drum bols and basic thekas such as “GI – NA GI NA – GI –”; “DHA – TE TUN NA GI GI NA”; “DHA – TE TUN NA -GI DHITA DHITA”; or equivalents. Registrants will be contacted for an informal remote video assessment to make sure this course is right for them.

  • Harmonium II: Completion of the Harmonium I Course or a minimum of six months of experience playing in Siddha Yoga satsangs.

Dates

Saturday, September 5, 2026, 9:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m., and
Sunday, September 6, 2026, 12:00–4:30 p.m.

You can check in on Friday, September 4, 7:00–8:00 p.m., or Saturday, September 5, 8:30–9:15 a.m.

Fees

  • Adults: $138

  • Young People (ages 13–24): $46

Questions and Contacts

For questions regarding these music courses, contact music@syaoakland.org.

Registration

Please register early as these courses have limited space.

Please note that minors need to have a parent or guardian on the Ashram premises when they are in the Ashram.

Accommodations

You are welcome to stay at the Siddha Yoga Ashram in Oakland. Requests for accommodations must be made at least seven days before your arrival date. Accommodations include three meals daily. Click for details about accommodations.