Tag: Шри Чинмой

Video #322: Dinesh Band Live in Dortmund 2025

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A soulful evening of meditative music unfolded in Dortmund as the Dinesh Band Live in Dortmund 2025 continued their Ecstase-Wonne Tour, dedicated to Sri Chinmoy. The concert combined heartfelt devotion, vibrant rhythm, and moments of deep silence — all expressing the beauty of the inner life.

A Night Filled with Inspiration

The audience gathered in quiet anticipation as the musicians took the stage. From the first soft notes, the hall filled with harmony and peace. The Dinesh Band Live in Dortmund 2025 performance let each melody unfold naturally, creating a gentle journey inward where music and meditation met. The warm acoustics of the venue made the evening both intimate and powerful.

Music That Brings Peace and Joy

The band blends classical Indian instruments with Western elements — guitar, sitar, tabla, harmonium, and soft vocals — creating a sound that feels both ancient and fresh. Their performance reminded everyone that Sri Chinmoy’s music, as presented in Dinesh Band Live in Dortmund 2025, is not just to be listened to but felt deeply. Each song carried a peaceful vibration that invited stillness, yet radiated joy and energy.

Part of a Larger Journey

The Dortmund concert was one of several stops on the 2025 Ecstase-Wonne Tour. The full tour included:

21 June – Berlin
22 June – Hamburg
23 June – Magdeburg
24 June – Osnabrück
26 June – Cologne
27 June – Dortmund
28 June – Heidelberg

Each city offered a unique audience and a special energy. Through each concert, the Dinesh Band Live in Dortmund 2025 show continued to spread the meditative and uplifting qualities of Sri Chinmoy’s music to audiences across Germany.

Dinesh Band practicing in Dortmund 2025 – Music of Sri Chinmoy rehearsal

The Heart of Sri Chinmoy’s Music

Sri Chinmoy often said that music is “the universal language of the heart.” His compositions express the beauty of silence, the strength of peace, and the joy of divine love. By performing them in Dinesh Band Live in Dortmund 2025, the band brings this philosophy to life. Every note, rhythm, and melody invites listeners to experience inner calm and spiritual uplift.

Learn More and Stay Connected

Explore more about this concert and similar events:

See earlier Dinesh Band posts on Inspiration Heart World: July 13 & 14, 2025.

Week 227: I Love Singing

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Songs:

– Ashar Pathe Chalbo Ami
– Along the Path of Hope
– Maner Bane Kantar Sane
– In the Mind-Forest

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
Track 4
Song Scores

 

Lyrics:


1. Ashar Pathe Chalbo Ami

Ashar pathe chalbo ami ashar pathe

Translation:

Along the path of hope
I shall walk.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘I Implore Your Compassion-Light’ songbook


2. Along the Path of Hope

Along the path of hope
I shall walk.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘I Implore Your Compassion-Light’ songbook


3. Maner Bane Kantar Sane

Maner bane
Kantar sane
Thakbona ar thakbona

Translation:

In the mind-forest, with thorns,
I shall no more live, no more.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘I Implore Your Compassion-Light’ songbook


4. In the Mind-Forest

In the mind-forest, with thorns,
I shall no more live, no more.
– Sri Chinmoy, ‘I Implore Your Compassion-Light’ 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.

© 2025 Sri Chinmoy Centre

Video #321: Music of Sri Chinmoy – Piano & Violin

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On February 2, 2025, a peaceful evening of music took place at KIC – Salon 19:19, Skopje, North Macedonia. The Sri Chinmoy Centre presented the Music of Sri Chinmoy in a concert in Skopje 2025, featuring:

  • Piano: Dolores Kabestani, arrangements
  • Violin: Bhoiravi Achenbach, member of the Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra

The concert highlighted newly arranged piano and violin versions of Sri Chinmoy’s compositions. The soft hall lighting and attentive audience created a space of calm reflection, allowing listeners to experience the meditative quality of the music. The performance embodied Sri Chinmoy’s vision of music as “the universal language of the heart”.

This concert shows Sri Chinmoy’s musical philosophy clearly. Even if you are new to his work, you can enjoy calm and inspiration. Moreover, it helps you connect more deeply with meditative music.

About Sri Chinmoy’s Music

Sri Chinmoy composed over 23,000 songs, blending Eastern and Western musical traditions. His compositions often featured instruments like the esraj, flute, piano, and organ, reflecting his belief in music as a universal language that transcends cultural boundaries. Each piece aimed to inspire inner peace and spiritual growth, inviting listeners to experience a deeper connection with themselves and the world around them.

Discover More

Meditative music by Sri Chinmoy and other artists: www.radiosrichinmoy.org
Upcoming concerts and events by the Sri Chinmoy Centre: www.srichinmoycentre.org
Learn more about Sri Chinmoy’s life and works: www.srichinmoy.org

News #76: “Sri Chinmoy’s World of Peace” Exhibition Opens at Shilpakala Academy, Chittagong

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Sri Chinmoy’s World of Peace exhibition opening ceremony

On October 10, 2025, the “Sri Chinmoy’s World of Peace” art exhibition opened at Shilpakala Academy, Chittagong. Mayor Shahadat Hossain (second from right) cut the ribbon to start the event. He was assisted by Dr. Jajeev Ranjan, Assistant High Commissioner of India (left), and Ven. Jinabodhi Bikkhu, a Buddhist monk and Pali scholar (right).

The exhibition showcases the art and spiritual legacy of Sri Chinmoy, born in Chittagong. Visitors will see works of Jharna‑Kala, with his soul-bird drawings that symbolize inner peace and spiritual growth. The show invites attendees to reflect on harmony, meditation, and inner transformation, and reminds us of Sri Chinmoy’s message of oneness and universal love.

By hosting the exhibition in his birthplace, the event connects Sri Chinmoy’s global teachings with his roots in Bangladesh. The Shilpakala Academy hosts this exhibition, providing local and international visitors a chance to experience Sri Chinmoy’s philosophy through visual art. For more on his art, see Sri Chinmoy Art.

The exhibition also celebrates meditation, harmony, and universal love, core elements of Sri Chinmoy’s work. Attendees can enjoy guided tours, talks, and interactive sessions that explore the deeper meaning behind each artwork.

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

Video #318: Andrea Marcato Wins Sri Chinmoy 3100-Mile Race 2025

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Andrea Marcato makes history by winning the Sri Chinmoy 3100-mile race 2025 for the sixth time. In an extraordinary display of endurance and determination, he completed the world’s longest certified footrace in 46 days, 16 hours, 19 minutes, and 8 seconds. This incredible achievement highlights his consistency, discipline, and the true spirit of self-transcendence.

Marcato’s Record of Achievement

This extraordinary accomplishment marks his sixth finish in the world’s longest certified footrace. Over the years, Marcato has consistently demonstrated resilience, endurance, and determination:

  • 2020: 43 days, 12 hours, 7 minutes, 26 seconds
  • 2021: 42 days, 17 hours, 38 minutes, 38 seconds
  • 2022: 43 days, 3 hours, 20 minutes, 27 seconds
  • 2023: 43 days, 13 hours, 23 minutes, 23 seconds
  • 2024: 43 days, 3 hours, 4 minutes, 6 seconds
  • 2025: 46 days, 16 hours, 19 minutes, 8 seconds

Each finish tells a story of perseverance, self-discipline, and the power of pushing human limits.

About the Sri Chinmoy 3100-Mile Race

The 3100-mile race (about 4989 km) is the longest certified footrace in the world. Each year, runners circle one city block in Queens, New York, completing 5649 laps. They run daily from 6 a.m. to midnight, facing heat, rain, and fatigue for nearly two months.

In 2025, Marcato averaged 106.9 km per day – around 66 miles – showing incredible consistency and focus. His performance highlights the essence of self-transcendence, the central idea behind the race founded by Sri Chinmoy: going beyond one’s limits through inner strength and perseverance.

Endurance, Discipline, and Inspiration

Marcato’s repeated success reflects not only physical endurance but also deep discipline and spiritual aspiration. Over the years, he has inspired fellow runners and supporters from around the world. Each race brings new challenges, yet he continues to find fresh motivation and purpose on the same 883-meter loop.

The Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team organizes the event each summer, attracting a small but devoted group of international runners who test the boundaries of human potential.

Learn More

To find out more, visit the official website: www.3100.srichinmoyraces.org. 
For more information about races, visit the official website: www.srichinmoyraces.org.
To learn more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit: www.srichinmoy.org.