MontClair (NJ) An Evening of Kirtan with Jai Uttal & Family @ JaiPure

Imagine stepping into a sacred space where your voice becomes prayer, where ancient Sanskrit mantras meet contemporary soul, and where a room full of strangers becomes one unified heart. This is the medicine of kirtan—and on Thursday, September 10, 2026, Grammy®-nominated kirtan master Jai Uttal and his collaborators invite you to experience it live at JaiPure in Montclair, NJ.

For nearly five decades, Jai Uttal has been a pioneering force in kirtan, weaving together Indian classical music, jazz, and folk traditions into transformative communal singing experiences that touch something deep and devotional in the human spirit. Whether you've chanted before or you're stepping into kirtan for the first time, this evening promises a journey inward through the power of your own voice—no musical training required, only an open heart.

This is not a concert to observe from a distance. It's a participatory ritual of sound, breath, and connection, led by artists who understand that singing together is one of humanity's most ancient and healing practices.

What to Expect

Expect a welcoming, unhurried evening of responsive call-and-response chanting, where Jai Uttal's instrumental mastery and voice guide the room through layers of mantra and melody. With Ben Leinbach and family members joining in, the experience deepens through rhythmic grooves, breath awareness, and the cumulative resonance of many voices singing as one. You'll leave with a sense of expansion, calm presence, and a tangible reminder of your own capacity to heal and connect through sound. No experience necessary—kirtan meets you where you are.

About the Artists & Teachers

Jai Uttal is a Grammy® Award-nominated multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and pioneering kirtan artist whose life work has centered on blending devotional practice with world music traditions. Over decades of teaching, recording, and performing, he has created a bridge between ancient Sanskrit chanting and contemporary musical forms, offering kirtan as a path to heart-opening, spiritual awakening, and communal joy. His approach honors both the integrity of the tradition and the authentic voice of each participant.

Ben Leinbach joins Jai Uttal as a Breathwork Facilitator, bringing conscious respiration practices into the evening's experience. Together, they create compositions and sonic environments that celebrate the breath of life and the power of collective intention.

Venue & Logistics

JaiPure, Montclair, NJ | Thursday, September 10, 2026

Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to sit cross-legged or in a chair; cushions are typically provided. Arrive early to settle into the space. Kirtan is welcoming to all levels—no musical background or spiritual experience required.