The Healing Power of Music

Step into a transformative, heart-opening workshop where music becomes a gateway to inner discovery, emotional alchemy, and deep connection.

Guided by Pat Lambdin, a board-certified music therapist and sarod artist trained in the esteemed Benares Gharana of North Indian classical music, this immersive experience blends ancient musical traditions with contemporary therapeutic practices. You’ll explore the healing potential of sound—not just as something you hear, but as something you feel, follow, and become.

What Awaits You:

A Journey of Sound and Imagination
Through evocative live improvisation and carefully selected recordings, you’ll be gently guided into rich inner landscapes where images, emotions, and sensations naturally unfold. These music and imagery experiences open a door to symbolic insight, personal visioning, and a deeper connection to your inner world.

The Magic of the Moment
At the heart of both Indian classical music and music therapy is improvisation—music created in response to the energy of the space and those within it. In this workshop, you’ll experience the intimacy and aliveness of this unfolding soundscape, cultivating presence, resonance, and

Music as a Living Force
North Indian ragas aren’t just melodies—they are dynamic forces, full of mood, movement, and emotional power. You’ll explore how these tonal structures can shape your state of mind and unlock emotional and energetic shifts.

A Living Lineage of Healing and Sound
Pat’s connection to his guru Pandit Shivnath Mishra, a master musician from the Benares Gharana of North Indian classical music, brings you into direct relationship with one of India’s great musical traditions. His unique blend of classical training and therapeutic skill makes this sacred art form deeply accessible and relevant for modern seekers of healing and transformation.

You’ll Leave With:

• A deeper connection to your own innate musicality—no experience required.
• Tools for mindful listening that enrich your presence and self-awareness.
• A profound understanding of music as a path to healing, creativity, and aliveness.
• A renewed sense of emotional flow and internal harmony.

All are welcome. Whether you’re a seasoned musician or simply curious about the transformative power of music, this workshop offers a rare opportunity to explore sound as sacred medicine. Come as you are—your inner listener is already enough.

Offered as 3 satsangs and 2 workshops (subject to change).

The presentations associated with this Yoga Vacation Program begin with an 8pm satsang on the first day of the program and conclude with an 8pm satsang on the last day of the program.  Click here to read more about the Yoga Vacation Program details and view the ashram schedule for yoga classes and meals during your stay. We suggest you arrive at least one day prior to the start of your program for the optimal experience.