Gyuto MonksThe Gyuto Monks have been chanting since the founding of the Gyuto Tantric University in 1474. The Monks chant to visualize themselves as Buddhas in order to reach enlightenment sooner, or chant to invoke the blessing of the Lord of Transcendent Wisdom, they even chant to pacify the 80,000 kinds of demonic obstructers – their intent is to free humankind from disturbing and harmful situations and create abundant harmony. These chants are serious business, and are not intended for casual entertainment, but are described by some as the holiest sounds ever heard.The evening will open with a display of Tibetan dancers. THE CHAI WILL BE HOT, SWEET AND GOOD; THE CHANTING EXTRAORDINARY!

"The Gyuto Monks allow us access into the basic realm of being. Their sound shows the depth of the human spirit's compassion. This is one of the most extraordinary examples of extended voice on this planet." -Mickey Hart

"Nothing can prepare the uninitiated for the shocking sound of Tibetan throat singing… The Gyuto Monks, in exile in India since the annexation of their native Tibet, have developed a tradition of singing that involves producing the lowest possible notes in the vocal range while simultaneously singing high overtones. The resulting sound suggests a symphony of inspired bullfrogs whose passion is Buddha, not Budweiser, croaking endlessly while rotating a wet foot around the perimeter of a giant wineglass. Which is a pretty mundane metaphor for music that produces such a powerful sense of dread and spiritual awe. " (James Rotondi, Amazon.com)

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