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News #43: Agnikana’s Group – Live in Concert II

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Agnikana’s Group has joyfully released their eighth album, Live in Concert II, featuring a live concert recorded in the beautiful acoustics of the Nitra Synagogue, returning to this special space after ten years. The album captures their soulful interpretations of Sri Chinmoy’s music in a deeply meditative, spiritual setting.

Whether it’s the heartfelt vocals or expressive instrumental arrangements, this live recording brings an intimate concert experience right into your home. You can listen to the full album Live in Concert II on Radio Sri Chinmoy’s site.

Discover more about Agnikana’s Group and their music on their artist page: Agnikana’s Group hosted on Radio Sri  Chinmoy.

For more information:
Meditative music by Sri Chinmoy and other groups: www.radiosrichinmoy.org
Upcoming events: www.srichinmoycentre.org
Learn more about Sri Chinmoy: www.srichinmoy.org

Video #298: Dinesh Band & Debasish Bhattacharjee – Concert in Cologne

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Dinesh Band continues to bring Sri Chinmoy’s uplifting music to life with vibrant energy and soulful performances in cities across Germany. A standout moment from the Cologne concert features Debasish Bhattacharjee on tabla — his masterful rhythms added an electrifying new layer to the performance, elevating the experience remarkably.

For more information:
Meditative music by Sri Chinmoy and other groups: www.radiosrichinmoy.org
Upcoming events: www.srichinmoycentre.org
Learn more about Sri Chinmoy: www.srichinmoy.org

Video #297: Dinesh Band – Germany Tour

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Dinesh Band has just joyfully completed their Ekstase‑Wonne‑Tour 2025, a beautiful 7‑day journey of music and heart through some of Germany’s most vibrant cities: Berlin, Hamburg, Magdeburg, Osnabrück, Cologne, Dortmund, and Heidelberg.

Musicians from Japan, the Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Germany, and Austria came together to share soulful arrangements of Sri Chinmoy’s mantras, creating uplifting moments in each city. A special highlight was the Cologne concert, where Debasish Bhattacharjee’s tabla added an unforgettable new dimension to the performance.

For more information:
Meditative music by Sri Chinmoy and other groups: www.radiosrichinmoy.org
Upcoming events: www.srichinmoycentre.org
Learn more about Sri Chinmoy: www.srichinmoy.org

Video #296: Blossoms – Sleepless Heart Album Release

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Blossoms, a musical sibling quartet—Ankurika (violin/vocals), Parichayaka (synths/piano/vocals), Chahida (sansula/kalimba/vocals), and Ghantika (mandolin/clarinet/bells/vocals)—have just released their new album Sleepless Heart. The standout feature: a captivating video for each song, filmed during a road trip around Iceland.

The album was recorded in inspiring locations—Split, New York, Heidelberg, Mattighofen, and Reykjavik—blending acoustic and electronic tones into a beautifully meditative soundscape.

  • Buy the album or stream it via Bandcamp
  • Learn more about Blossoms and the album creative process

Meditative music by Sri Chinmoy and other groups: www.radiosrichinmoy.org
Upcoming events: www.srichinmoycentre.org
Learn more about Sri Chinmoy: www.srichinmoy.org

Video #295: Angola Peace Run 2025

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For one week in early June, the Sri Chinmoy Oneness‑Home Peace Run lit up Luanda, Angola, sharing its message of unity, hope, and peace with local communities. The team visited several schools, two orphanages, and an Arts & Cultural Centre in the capital, bringing the Peace Torch into countless young hands and hearts.

Every stop overflowed with smiles, songs, and simple moments of togetherness-beautiful reminders of Sri Chinmoy’s dream of a world bound by love and goodwill.

For more about the global Peace Run, visit: www.peacerun.org.
To learn more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit: www.srichinmoy.org.

News #42: “The Fragrance of the Heart” Opens in Heidelberg, Germany

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The new ‘The Fragrance of the Heart’ restaurant has officially opened its doors in Heidelberg, welcoming diners just across the street from the former location. With a refreshed setting and elevated ambiance, this heartfelt dining experience continues its legacy in a familiar neighborhood corner.

Early guests have praised the warm, inviting atmosphere and thoughtful dishes. The restaurant maintains its commitment to quality and community while offering a touch of renewal in its new home.

Wishing the entire team great success and many memorable evenings ahead!

For more information about events, visit the official website: www.srichinmoycentre.org.
To learn more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit: www.srichinmoy.org.

News #41: Oneness‑Dream Choir Completes Spirit‑Lifting Tour of Hungary

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Over a heartfelt seven-day journey, the Oneness‑Dream choir brought the meditative songs of Sri Chinmoy to 18 churches across Hungary, touching hearts with a 45-minute program of 40 spirit-lifting songs, including 24 performed at every concert. Audiences ranged from 30–40 attendees to larger gatherings of 110 and 124 music lovers.

They leave Hungary filled with light, gratitude, and the shared joy that music can bring.

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News #40: Sri Chinmoy Dolls Point Half-Marathon, 10km & 5km – Sydney, July 6, 2025

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Sydney’s annual Sri  Chinmoy Dolls Point event – held since 2007 – truly outdid itself this year. Athletes gathered at Peter  Depena Reserve for the Half-Marathon, 10 km, and 5 km, with several course records falling and performances that turned an ordinary Sunday into something extraordinary.

Anna Heath shattered the Half-Marathon F50‑59 record with an outstanding time of 1:27:38, while Jackie Murdy claimed the F60‑69 record at 1:32:44, finishing as the 5th woman overall. Teenage standout Eamon Corry made waves in the 5 km, setting a Boys Under 17 record with 16:58.

Men’s Half-Marathon winner Mitch McInnes ran a sharp 1:16:56, followed by Rede Carney (1:18:25) and Ian Gabriel (1:21:30). In the women’s under‑50 field, Madeleine Hoff led with 1:28:13.

The 10 km saw Fran Bell top the men in 37:13, and Jenny Dowd lead the women in 43:10. Young runners shone too: Eamon’s record run, Emma Felsman’s outright win in 21:37 (Girls U13), and Marcus Feldman’s Male 17+ win in 22:15.

With nearly two-thirds of participants tackling the Half-Marathon, the flat two-lap course crossing Captain Cook Bridge under sunny skies delivered memorable moments for all.

Links from the event:

A heartfelt salute to Anna, Jackie, Eamon, Mitch, Fran, Jenny, and all the amazing runners – your dedication and spirit truly lit up the event!

For more information about sports events, visit the official website: www.srichinmoyraces.org.
To learn more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit: www.srichinmoy.org.

News #39: Dashing Deer 5K | Sri Chinmoy’s Summer 5K Series – London, June 17, 2025

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On a perfect summer evening, 293 runners completed the scenic five-kilometre course at Battersea Park. Congratulations to Julian  Gregersen from the Faroe Islands, who came close to breaking his country’s 5K record with a stellar 15:05, and to Alex  Lane, who won the women’s race in 16:55.

Check out the race highlights:

Huge congratulations to Julian, Alex, and everyone who ran—you created another evening full of community spirit and personal achievement!

For more information about sports events, visit the official website: www.srichinmoyraces.org.
To learn more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit: www.srichinmoy.org.

Week 216: I Love Singing

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Songs:

– No Citadel
– I Want Nothing from God
– O Dreamers of Peace

Enjoy singing along with the audio recordings. These songs are composed by Sri Chinmoy and performed by his disciple Purnakama. Please click the links below to listen to or download the audio and song scores:

Track 1
Track 2
Track 3
Song Scores

 

Lyrics:


1. No Citadel

No citadel is as strong
As our heart’s peace eternal.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘A Heart of Peace’ songbook


2. I Want Nothing from God

I want nothing from God;
Therefore, He has given me
His All: Peace.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘A Heart of Peace’ songbook


3. O Dreamers of Peace

O dreamers of peace, come.
Let us walk together.
O lovers of peace, come.
Let us run together.
O servers of peace, come.
Let us grow together.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘A Heart of Peace’ songbook


For more of Sri Chinmoy’s published songs, visit the official website: www.srichinmoysongs.com.
To learn more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit: www.srichinmoy.org.

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