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an exploration of yoga philosophy through the songs of George Harrison

“Just a quick note to thank you.  You are so creative and knowledgeable, and your willingness to share is so appreciated!  I just love spending Tuesday evenings with you and our group.”

 

THE INTELLECT CAN ONLY TAKE US SO FAR

Sometimes the best way to learn the philosophy of yoga is through the medium of the heart: music and poetry. George Harrison, alongside being a member of the British pop-rock group, The Beatles, was also a devotional yogi, or bhaktā. We hear his knowledge of yoga philosophy reflected in the lyrics of his songs. 

 

OVER FOUR SESSIONS

Each week, I’ll assign you a song to listen to (aka jam out to.) As you groove, take note of any lyrics that jump out at you. What sparks curiosity or encourages deeper inquiry? Bring these questions to our sessions. We’ll use George’s lyrics to launch into a mini lecture and discussion on just what this person is getting at, AKA - what philosophical concept is he referencing? What philosophical foundation does George Harrison’s poetry spring from?

  • Week one

    Give Me Love (Give me peace on earth)

    Exploring the innate wishes we all desire as human beings. What puts us on the path of yoga? What yearnings and questions fuel our motivation?

    George Harrison. “Give me love (give me peace on earth.” Living in the Material World, Universal Music Group, 1973.

  • Week Two

    I Me Mine

    What is the ‘ego’? How does the sense of the individual ‘I’ form? And what trouble can it get us into?

    George Harrison. “I Me Mine.” Let it Be, EMI Catalogue, 1970.

  • Week Three

    Within You, Without You

    A discussion on how you can simultaneously be a big deal AND not be a big deal. This song prompts an inventory of the stuff that makes us, us.

    George Harrison. “Within you, without you.” Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, EMI Catalogue, 1967.

  • Week Four

    My Sweet Lord

    One can hear the heartfelt desire to find a divine connection in this song. Through studying the best song ever, we’ll explore the notion of yoga as a devotional practice, or of aligning oneself with the universe through poetry and music.

    George Harrison. “My Sweet Lord.” All Things Must Pass, Universal Music Catalogue, 1970.

“Thank you Taryn! I knew this course would be interesting but it totally surpassed my expectations and was so rich!”

Series Details

DATES:

4 Wednesdays (beginning September 6)

1:30 - 2:30pm ET

COST:

$120 + HST

Included:

  • 4 discussions and lectures 

  • recordings and slides of any content we cover together

  • an opportunity to connect with like-minded folx in the yoga industry + George Harrison enthusiasts

I am a certified Continuing Education Provider with the American Yoga Alliance. If you currently have a 200 hour certification with the YA, you are able to count this course as continuing education credits.

“I’ve been studying yoga philosophy privately with Taryn for years now. The space she provides has consistently allowed me to ask questions freely, even when I feel like we’ve already gone over whatever it is I’m asking a question about. That’s the sign of a great teacher. 

Plus, we always have such a fun time.”