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Rumi Celebration!

By davidschmit | Published: January 17, 2023

Yes, we did it again!  The 22nd gathering of the Rumi Celebration, an evening of chanting, music, poetry, and Sufi dancing at Tula Yoga in St. Paul, Minnesota.  Co-hosted by the Wild Moon Bhaktas, Ted Tollefson and Hakim Bushnell. Over 70 people gathered for this tribute to the 13th century Sufi poet, Jelaluddin Rumi, to […]

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The New Wild Moon Bhaktas Debut

By davidschmit | Published: January 17, 2023

We are back  with our unique blend of Indian devotional kirtan, chants in English and Sufi poetry after over two years of not performing due to Covid.  November 19, 2022 was our debut with three new band members.  It was a moving evening at Tula Yoga in St. Paul.  Here are some pics and the […]

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The New Wild Moon Bhaktas – An evening of chanting & kirtan, Saturday, Nov 19, 2022

By davidschmit | Published: November 2, 2022

Announcing the New Wild Moon Bhaktas debut chanting and kirtan concert Communal chanting, making music, singing to the Spirit, these turn our souls towards the original creative power.  One glance at that beauty……. Saturday, November 19, 2022, 7:30-9:30 pm.  At Tula Yoga, 99 Snelling Ave. North.  St. Paul, MN  55104    (tulayogawellness.com). This will be […]

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Farewell Christine Larson

By davidschmit | Published: June 27, 2022

Hello Friends, Christine Larson, the Wild Moon Bhaktas’ multi-talented vocalist and musician has decided to depart the band for other projects.  For those of you who attended one of our kirtan-chanting concerts, you already know what a gifted performer she is:  crystal-clear soprano vocals, moving violin and rock-steady harmonium.  One fan claimed she will miss […]

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Wild Moon Bhaktas Update July 2021

By davidschmit | Published: July 8, 2021

Hello all, I hope you are weathering Covid-19 and are finding some joy in the summer!  If you have lost a loved one during these trying times, I speak on behalf of the whole band in offering you our condolences. I write with news about the Wild Moon Bhaktas.  Gary Waryan has decided to retire […]

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Wild Moon Bhaktas News – November 2020

By davidschmit | Published: July 8, 2021

I hope this letter finds you happy and healthy!  -at the very least, Covid-surviving!  And if you are struggling, pray that you are finding the support you need. I write to touch base, to update you on some changes to the Wild Moon Bhaktas and to imagine a future when we can return to communal chanting and […]

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Facebook Live Chanting July 25-2020 with David Schmit -Words to the Chants

By davidschmit | Published: July 24, 2020

1. Opening Mantras    2.  Jai Jai Shiva Omkara  Jai Jai Shiva Omkara Hara Hara Hara Omkara   Maheshvara  Maheshvara Jai Jai Jai   Maheshvara   Shivaya  Namah Om  Namah Shivaya Shivaya Namah Om  Namah Shivaya   Jai Jai Shiva Omkara    Hara Hara Hara Omkara   3. Don’t Go Back to Sleep  The breeze at dawn […]

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Facebook Live Saturday June 13, 2020 with David Schmit Lyrics-words to the chants

By davidschmit | Published: June 12, 2020

1. Opening Mantras & Invocation 2. Shiva Hara Praise the Auspicious One, Destroyer of ignorance  and suffering and who is eternally full of happiness Shiva Hara Shiva Hara Shiva Hara Shiva Hara Samba Sada Shiva Hara Hara Hara Hara    (2X) Samba Sada Shiva Hara Hara Hara Hara  (4X)   3. Jai Ma Jai Ma  Kali […]

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Facebook Live Chanting May 30-2020 Lyrics-words with the Wild Moon Bhaktas’ David Schmit

By davidschmit | Published: May 29, 2020

Opening Mantras & Invocations 1. Jai Jai Shiva Omkara Jai Jai Shiva Omkara Hara Hara Hara Omkara   Maheshvara  Maheshvara Jai Jai Jai   Maheshvara   Shivaya  Namah Om  Namah Shivaya Shivaya Namah Om  Namah Shivaya   2. Durga Ma Ambika Praise to the Great Mother Power; We invoke the Fierce. Protectoress, the Compassionate Beloved Mother […]

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Great Mother Chant Facebook Live Chants May 9, 2020

By davidschmit | Published: May 9, 2020

May 9, 2020  7-8:30 pm     6th Annual Great Mother Chant- Facebook Live with the Wild Moon Bhaktas’  David Schmit     Chanting Program  Words-Lyrics    1.Opening Mantras & Invocation 2. Ya Devi Praise to the Goddess in the form of power, eternity, compassion and peace Ya Devi sarvabooteshu, (Shakti, Nitya, Dayaa, Shanti) roopena samstitha Namastasyai  Namastasyai  […]

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  • Upcoming Appearances

    • Saturday, June 24, 2023

      An evening of communal chanting, kirtan & spiritual music with the Wild Moon Bhaktas with special guest: Christine Larson
    • 7:30-9:30 pm. 

      Tula Yoga,  99 Snelling Ave. North
      St. Paul, MN  55104
      tulayogawellness.com

      $15 cash please, at door