San Rafael (CA)- Marin showcase theater- Singing into Surrender: An Evening of Devotion with Jai Uttal

Imagine an evening where your breath synchronizes with your heartbeat, where sacred chants dissolve the boundary between singer and listener, and where surrender becomes not an act of release but of profound belonging. Singing into Surrender: An Evening of Devotion with Jai Uttal invites you into precisely this transformative space—a kirtan concert that honors nearly five decades of devotional music mastery.

Jai Uttal, a Grammy®-nominated multi-instrumentalist and pioneering kirtan artist, joins breathwork facilitator Ben Leinbach on Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Marin Center Showcase Theatre in San Rafael for an evening rooted in the ancient practice of call-and-response chanting. This is not a performance you observe from a distance; it is an invitation to participate in communal singing, to let your voice join others in a collective act of reverence and heart-opening. Whether you are a longtime practitioner of kirtan or encountering this sacred music practice for the first time, this evening promises to meet you exactly where you are.

The fusion of Indian classical music, jazz, and folk traditions that Jai Uttal has pioneered creates a uniquely accessible gateway into devotional practice—one that celebrates the breath of life and the infinite wisdom available when we sing together.

What to Expect

Step into an intimate sanctuary of sound and presence. The evening unfolds as a series of interconnected chants, led call-and-response style by Jai Uttal and Ben Leinbach. You'll find yourself singing Sanskrit mantras and devotional phrases, your voice blending with dozens of others in a rising tide of collective energy. Breathwork elements are woven throughout, anchoring you in your body and deepening the meditative quality of the experience. There is no right way to participate—whether you sing, hum, or listen in silent presence, you are held and honored. The experience culminates in a state of inner stillness, leaving attendees feeling reconnected to their own heart wisdom and to something larger than themselves.

About the Artists / Teachers

Jai Uttal is a Grammy®-nominated multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and pioneering kirtan artist who has spent nearly five decades blending Indian classical music, jazz, and folk traditions to create transformative communal singing experiences. His life's work centers on devotion and heart-opening practice, making sacred music accessible and alive for seekers across all traditions and backgrounds.

Ben Leinbach serves as breathwork facilitator, bringing somatic expertise to the evening. Together with Jai Uttal, Ben helps create evocative compositions and recordings that celebrate the breath of life and its power to anchor us in presence and healing.

Venue & Logistics

Marin Center Showcase Theatre in San Rafael, California hosts this intimate kirtan evening on Saturday, October 10, 2026. Arrive early to settle into the space. Wear comfortable, layered clothing and consider bringing a blanket or meditation cushion if you prefer seated comfort. The venue is accessible by car; please check the Marin Center website for parking information.