World musician Krishna Das will perform on the Vineyard on Thursday, August 26 as part of his new Heart as Wide as the World tour. Krishna Das is the rock star of Kirtan, an ancient call-and-response spiritual practice that has roots in Indian traditions, including Buddhism, Hinduism and Sikhism. He will perform at the Union Chapel in Oak Bluffs from 7 to 10 p.m.

Perhaps the best-known American singer of Indian kirtan-style devotional music, Krishna Das has been recording albums of traditional Indian chants and song since 1996, but has been on a spiritual journey his entire life. Born and raised on Long Island, he has been an innovative traditionalist, utilizing western melodic sensibilities in Hindu kirtan (chanting) while maintaining its traditional base and structure, and is a master of infusing the Indian tradition with modern influences.

While staying true to the path of Bhakti Yoga (the Yoga of Devotion), his music is energized with modern grooves and harmonies to create soulful chanting that is eminently accessible to western hearts. Iconic spiritual leader Ram Dass describes Krishna Das as “an example of someone whose heart songs open the channels to God.”

Advance tickets are $35 available for purchase on krishnadas.com and at these Island locations: in Vineyard Haven, Midnight Farm; Oak Bluffs, Sanctuary; West Tisbury, Scottish Bakehouse; Edgartown, AboveGround Records. Limited tickets will be available at the door.

For event information and questions please contact events@flyyogamv.com or visit flyyogamv.com.