ABOUT LILA KIRTAN
MUSIC SAMPLES
John Arms and Marty Tribble were drawn together through their mutual love of kirtan, the practice of singing the names of the divine. This practice has shifted every aspect of their lives, setting them on their path of service as leaders in the Bhakti Yoga tradition (the yoga of devotion). Their songwriting style fuses harmonious vocals with fresh, modern melodies, making kirtan accessible to listeners from all walks of life.
John and Marty released their debut kirtan album, Divine Play, in September of 2014, which hit #4 on the iTunes World Charts. Just a few months later, they answered the call to leave their permanent address behind and tour full time. They currently live on the open road, sharing Bhakti Yoga wherever they go.
John Arms discovered yoga after a serious injury put an end to his 20 year career as a professional dancer. Yoga practice led him to kirtan, where he quickly formed a deep love for mantra music and its ability to move his heart and soul. In 2009, John joined a local kirtan band in his hometown of Madison, WI, and it wasn't long before he began writing his own music. In 2011 he joined forces with his now partner, Marty Tribble, and together they’ve been sharing they’re love of kirtan non-stop since.
Learn more about John at www.johnarms.com
UPCOMING EVENTS
Marty Tribble (E-RYT 200) is an internationally celebrated teacher, artist and spiritual leader, dedicated to creating a sacred space where fellow humans can disarm themselves, connect to purpose, and cultivate the courage to live from the heart. Her approach to yoga honors its ancient roots while keeping in mind that you probably don't care as much about putting your leg behind your head as you do about feeling empowered to take on whatever your day dishes out. When you work with Marty, you'll experience yoga as a lifestyle that lays the groundwork for you to thrive. Marty has been sharing her passion for all things yoga since 2003, leading workshops, retreats, immersions, and trainings around the world. She also creates mala beads, paintings and mandala art, publishing the blog Let Go + Lean In, the “Ask Marty” vlog and the MartyTribble Yoga Podcast via iTunes.
WHAT IS KIRTAN?
Kirtan is a heart-medicine practice from the tradition of Bhakti (devotional) Yoga. The term Kirtan is Sanskrit for “praise,” and includes chanting or singing the names of the divine and other healing mantras, typically given in Sanskrit. The meaning and power of the words are carried within the vibration of the sound of the word itself, so the benefits of Kirtan are felt immediately, with no prior knowledge experience needed.
WHY KIRTAN?
John and Marty both felt a homecoming when they were first exposed to kirtan, as if the mantras were telling their hearts that they were home. Their devotion to the practice of Kirtan has changed every aspect of their lives, bringing comfort, connection, healing, and a deep sense of direction, setting them direct on their path as teachers in the Bhakti (devotional) Yoga tradition.
Photo graciously provided by Katrina Gustafson
PRESENTER HISTORY
2017
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Lila Kirtan has collaborated with:
Govind Das & Radha
Saul David Raye
Janet Stone
Kia Miller & Tommy Rosen
Tymi Howard
Sienna Sherman
Lisa Gniady
Wade Morissette
David Newman (Durga Das)
Ragani
Lila Kirtan has presented at:
Greenville Yoga, Greenville, South Carolina
Zen Studios, Spartanburg, South Carolina
Weston Yoga, Weston, Florida
Trio Yoga, Miami, Florida
Ayama Yoga, Miami Beach, Florida
Ahh-mazing Yoga, Hollywood, Florida
Native Yoga, Juno Beach, Florida
Sebastian Yoga, Sebastian Florida
Everything Zen Yoga, Lake Mary, Florida
Searchlight Yoga, Gainsville, Florida
Flow Yoga, New Port Richey, Florida
Soluna Yoga Spa, Jacksonville, Florida
The Shala, Jacksonville, Florida
Om Joyful Yoga, Miami, Florida
Trinity Yoga, New Port Richey, Florida
House of Light Yoga, Spring Hill, Florida
Bella Prana, Tampa, Florida
Yoga Bird, Fort Myers, Florida
The Body Electric, St. Petersburg, Florida
Guruv Yoga, Lake Mary, Florida
Guruv Yoga, Orlando, Florida
Asheville Yoga Center, Asheville, North Carolina
Vista Yoga, Atlanta, Georgia
Evolation Yoga, Atlanta, Georgia
Infinity Yoga, Atlanta, Georgia
Tranquil Heart Yoga, Houston, Texas
Ananda Yoga, El Paso, Texas
Tucson Yoga, Tucson, Arizona
Bhakti Fest West, Joshua Tree, California (2015)
The Yoga Experience, Flagstaff, Arizona
Yoga Studio Satya, Colorado Springs, Colorado
Fountain of Health Yoga Studio, Pueblo, Colorado
Lotus House of Yoga, Omaha, Nebraska
The Yoga College, Sioux City, Iowa
Evolve Yoga & Wellness, Sioux City, Iowa
Shalom House, West Bend, Wisconsin
Root Down Yoga, La Crosse, Wisconsin
Kolibri Yoga, Brookfield, Wisconsin
Metaphysically Fit Fest, Yorkville, Illinois (2015)
Live Work Yoga, Chicago, Illinois
Bhakti Fest Midwest, Madison, Wisconsin (2012, 2015)
Hanuman Festival, Boulder, Colorado (2015, 2016)
Karma Yoga Center, Denver, Colorado
Yoga Loft, Boulder, Colorado
Purple Yoga, Tustin, California
Bhakti Yoga Shala, Santa Monica, California
Exhale, Venice, California
Jivamukti Yoga, Charleston, South Carolina
AriZen Yoga, Beaufort, South Carolina
Amsa Yoga, Columbia, South Carolina
Southern Bliss Yoga, Sumter, South Carolina
Vibrant Life Yoga, Greenvile, South Carolina
Yoga Den, North Charleston, South Carolina
Mission Yoga, Charleston, South Carolona
Jiva Yoga Center, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Shanti Yoga Studio, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Inlet Yoga, Murrells Inlet, South Carolina
Yoga Divita, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Soul Flow Yoga, Spartanburg, South Carolina
Project 7 Yoga, Orlando, Florida
New World Wellness & Yoga, Orlando, Florida
Inspirit Studio, Orlando, Florida
Yoga SRQ, Sarasota, Florida
Yoga Loft, Tampa, Florida
Love Yoga Center, Naples, Florida
Sole Serenity Yoga, Franklin, Wisconsin
Invivo Wellness, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Saffron Yoga Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Pink House Studio, Milwaukee, WIsconsin
Kirtan with Ragani (back-up vocalist 2012-2015)
Twin Cities Annual Kirtan Fest, Minneapolis, Minnesota (2013)
Hot Yoga Naperville, Naperville, Illinois
Milwaukee Global Mala, Milwaukee, Wisconsin (2011, 2013)
Yoga @ the Museum, Milwaukee Art Museum, Milwaukee, Wisconsin (2013)
Country Springs Hotel via Life Without Pain, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
Pura Vida, LLC, Appleton, Wisconsin
Soliel Lune Yoga Center, Oconomowoc, Wisconsin
Bliss Flow Yoga, Madison, Wisconsin
Perennial Yoga, Middleton, Wisconsin
YogaRoots Racine, Racine, Wisconsin
Abhyaasa Yoga, Napierville, Illinois
Heaven Meets Earth, Evanston, Illinois
The Himalayan Yoga Institute, Chicago, Illinois
The Christine Center, Willard, Wisconsin
The Goddess Garden, Cahuita, Costa Rica
Devanadi Yoga, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Greenbody, LLC, St. Paul, Minnesota
Elements Yoga & Wellness Studio, Onalaska, Wisconsin
Sun Moon Yoga, Mankato, Minnesota
Common Grounds Yoga & Music Festival, Taylors Fall, Minnesota
Fusion Yoga & Music Festival, Napierville, Illinois
Strive Yoga, Mequon, Wisconsin
Inner Sun Yoga Studio, Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Fitness & Wellness Coop, Waukesha, Wisconsin
Tosa Yoga, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
Reaching Treetops Yoga, Waukesha, Wisconsin
Tammy Z's Yoga, La Crosse, Wisconsin
Point Yoga, Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Yoga Rocks the Park, Milwaukee, Wisconsin (2012)
Festival of India, Stevens Point, Wisconsin (2012, 2013)
The Yoga Society, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Kirtan Fest Milwaukee, Milwaukee, Wisconsin (2012)
Milwaukee Global Mala, Milwaukee, Wisconsin (2011, 2013)
The Chakra House, Madison, Wisconsin
CYGA yoga + cycling, Shorewood, Wisconsin
Astor Street Dance Studio, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Marigold Yoga, llc, Ripon, Wisconsin
Copper Tree Wellness Studio, Hartford, Wisconsin
River Cities Community Center, Marinette, Wisconsin
It's All About You, Baraboo, Wisconsin
Bay Area Yoga Center, Green Bay, Wisconsin
Every Body's Yoga, Green Bay, Wisconsin
Treetop Yoga, llc, Sussex, Wisconsin
The Soul Source, West Bend, Wisconsin
YogaOne, Fox Point, Wisconsin
Yama Yoga Studio, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Core Essence Yoga, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
lululemon athletica, Historic 3rd Ward Showroom, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The Center for Conscious Living, Madison, Wisconsin
Rolling Spirit/The Atrium, Greendale, Wisconsin
YogAsylum, Brookfield, Wisconsin
Quarry Arts, Madison, Wisconsin
Body in Balance, Madison, Wisconsin
A Perfect Knot, Madison, Wisconsin
Jewel in the Lotus Yoga, Madison, Wisconsin
Spies Public Library, Menominee, Michigan
Rapid River Lodge, Rapid River, Wisconsin
Bay Area Medical Center, Marinette, Wisconsin
Hennes Park 100th Anniversary Celebration, Menominee, Michigan
Marinette Law Enforcement Center, Marinette, Wisconsin
MBank, Stephenson, Wisconsin
Maple Aires Community Center, Stephenson, Michigan
Wausaukee School District, Wausaukee, Wisconsin
Marinette High School, Marinette, Wisconsin
Marinette Middle School, Marinette, Wisconsin
Northeastern Wisconsin Technical College/Wisconsin Job Center, Marinette, Wisconsin
Wisconsin Department of Human Services, Marinette, Wisconsin
Blue Bike Burrito, Marinette, Wisconsin
The Serving Spoon, Menominee, Michigan
The Yoga Center of Menominee, Michigan (Marty Tribble, owner 2003-2007)
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