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Shivam's raga retreat was a perfect blend of tuition and education as well as soul connection and magic. I learnt new skills and was in a safe space that gave me the confidence to try new things and allow my voice to soar and to be heard by others. All barriers and walls came down between all participants, allowing us to create a powerfully profound experience together. Thank you so much, I have been reinvented x

Linda (Aus)

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🌿 THE RAGA RETREAT 🌿 

Resolution

~ *~ Music Yoga & Chai ~ ? ~

Himalayan Nāda -Yoga Retreat​

Held in the quiet days following Mahāśivarātri —

one of the most powerful nights in the yogic calendar  this retreat offers a rare opportunity to integrate the energy of this sacred festival in the stillness of the Himalayas.

Dharamshala , India

— March 2027

+ Optional India Journey 

🕉 Pilgrimage & Shivaratri Immersion

🕉 28 Feb – 8 March 2027
(Kolkata & Varanasi)

+

🏔 Core Himalayan Retreat
9–15 March 2027
(Dharamsala)

🟢 Feb 25 - 1st Mar → Kolkata


🟢 Mar 2 – 7 → Varanasi (Shivaratri)


🟢 Mar 8 → Travel

Main Retreat 
🟢 Mar 9–17 → Dharamshala

Private Retreat 

@

Dev Bhoomi Retreat

Luxury Retreat in the Himalayas,

DHARAMSHALA

​Hosted by Shivam Rath 

Indian classical musician • Nāda Yoga teacher • Composer

Producer • Retreat Facilitator

+ Guest Facilitator Artists & Yoga Teachers TBA

​A journey into the heart of Indian Raga —

from the sacred energy of Varanasi to the silence of the Himalayas.

Open your voice,

balance mind with heart

& connect back to nature 
Return to Source...

Through raga, mantra, breath, and stillness,

we awaken the inner instrument and learn to listen and feel what is harmony

within and without...

What is a Raga? 

Short Definition : 

Ragas are living melodic forms shaped by:
• Time of day
• Season
• Emotion
• Landscape
• Devotional mood

To play or sing a raga, one must become the vessel.

This practice naturally harmonises intellect and intuition, leading to deep emotional clarity and spiritual alignment.

Raga is meditation in motion.

Raga's are based from nature, seasons and times of day/ night. Ragas require the musician to become a medium to invoke the mood and feeling above all else while learning new scales and delicate, intricate phrasing.

In learning Raga music the student naturally has to harmonise both brain and heart to perform and present the chosen Raga in order to conjure the Bhava (devotional feeling) or Rasa (essence) correctly thus making this a discipline and therapeutic practice of great inner and outer alignment.
Shivam Rath

Locations

✈️ Travel

Arrival: Kolkata / Delhi

Kolkata 

(4 Nights)

Arrival 

• Bengali Cuisine and Culture

• Indian Classical Concerts

• Meeting with the Masters

🕉 Varanasi

(5 Nights)

• Ganga Aarti
• Ancient temples
• Morning ragas & Yoga on the ghats
• Shivaratri immersion

🏔 Dharamsala (6 Nights)

• Himalayan retreats
• Forest and River vibes
• Mountain meditation
• Integration

Journey to the Himalayan sanctuary of Dharamsala, where misty mountain peaks, cedar forests, and ancient spiritual traditions invite us into a deeper rhythm of being. In this sacred landscape, we explore the path of Nāda Yoga through Indian Raga, mantra, meditation, and yoga—allowing sound to become a bridge between nature and consciousness. Held in the quiet after the powerful energy of Mahāśivarātri, this retreat offers a rare opportunity to rest, integrate, and awaken the inner music that lives within us all.

✈️ Travel & Practical Info

✔️ Visas required before arrival (Online E Visas also available)

India can be challenging for first-time visitors — this retreat offers a fully supported, culturally immersive experience.

(Airport Flights / Support also Available on Request)

Learn the Basis of INDIAN CLASSICAL MUSIC,

MANTRA, YOGA

& Create A Powerful 

*  SOUNDKALPA * 

(Intention through sound and expansion through voice)

Why Shivaratri?

🕉️ Anchor Point

Shivaratri: Saturday, 6 March 2027 — Varanasi

This becomes the spiritual and energetic heart of the entire retreat.

Everything leads to it.
Everything unfolds from it.

+ optional india journey flow includes Varanasi the city of Shiva — one of the most ancient living cities on the planet and we will land during Shivaratri itself (truly a cultural experience you wont forget with all night Drupad Music Concerts to the rising sun above the Ganges.


Dharamsala rests beneath the Himalayas — where contemplation meets sky.

Where we truly can retreat after the fullness of the tour and land in stillness away from the noise.

What’s Included

​​

🕉 Nāda Yoga — Sound as awakening
🎶 Raga Sadhana — Music as devotion
🧘 Yoga & Pranayama — Body as instrument
📿 Mantra — Breath as prayer
🌿 Nature Immersion — Earth as teacher

All practices align inner rhythm with cosmic rhythm.

✨ Daily Raga & Voice Activation
✨ Yoga, Mantra & Meditation
✨ Sound Healing & Nāda Nidra
✨ Sacred Site Visits (Ghats / Temples / Himalayas)
✨ Vegetarian Meals (All Inclusive)
✨ Private / Shared Accommodation
✨ Group Transport in India
✨ Mahāśivarātri Ceremony

✨ Music with the Masters

Why India?

 

India is the birthplace of

 Nāda Yoga

 Raga

Mantra

Yogic Science

Who is this for?

  • Seekers ready to explore Raga as medicine, music as yoga

  • Yogis and musicians longing to deepen their practice and creativity

  • Lovers of mantra, kirtan, and connecting to voice and the power of sound.

  • Those called to lineage & depth

  • No prior musical training required.

  • Those drawn to ancient wisdom traditions — sound, stillness, and deep cultural adventures ~ ! ~ 

🌿 A Note on Training & Practice

In many modern retreats and trainings, participants are often awarded certificates, titles, or a set number of “teaching hours” after only a short period of study.

While these can be meaningful milestones, the traditions we are drawing from—Indian Classical Music and Yoga—have historically followed a very different path.

In these traditions, learning is understood as a lifelong journey. Even the most accomplished musicians and yogis continue to see themselves as students, refining their practice through years of dedication, humility, and sincere effort.

For this reason, the Raga Retreat is not structured as a fast-track certification or a program that grants titles or credentials.

Instead, it is offered as a training of experience and immersion—a space to deepen your personal practice, refine your listening, and explore the inner dimensions of sound, breath, and awareness.

There are no shortcuts here.

The real evidence of learning reveals itself slowly, humbly through consistent practice, sincerity, patience, and devotion to the path.

This retreat is therefore an invitation:

To step out of the culture of quick achievement,
and step into the deeper rhythms of practice, presence, and authentic learning.

Your Guides & Guest Facilitators

🎶 Shivam Rath 

🎶 Kathryn Riding - Yoga & Voice activation

🎶 Monique Le Gall - Yoga & Reiki
🍵 Echo Ai — Chinese Medicine & Tea Ceremony facilitator, weaving movement and mindfulness with the art of ancient tea.

BOOKINGS NOW OPEN

Check out our Limited

Super Early &

Early Bird Prices Below ~?~

🌿 Raga Retreat | Dharamshala, March 2027 🌿

6 Nights / 7 Days – All Inclusive


Accommodation • All Veg / Vegan meals

• Yoga & Raga classes • Tea Ceremonies • Sound Healing

🕊 Super Early Bird

🔹 AUD $1800.00

(31 July 2026)

🕊 Early Bird

🔹 AUD $1900.00

(1 August – 31 October 2026)

🌸 Standard Contribution

🔹 AUD $2,200 per person

​From 1 November 2026 onward

🤍 Returning retreat students receive 20% off

🤍 Share a room with a friend or partner for $200 off each.

(Only applicable for Participants who book together)

*Secure your early bird bookings with a $500 deposit.
Remaining balance due January 2027.

Accommodation

Our retreat takes place in traditional Himalayan cottages. Most rooms are shared with separate beds.

Private rooms are limited and allocated in order of booking.

Shared twin rooms are included in the retreat price.

For those who prefer additional privacy:

Private Room Upgrade
+$500 for the full retreat

(Limited availability)

🌏 Optional Pilgrimage Journey

Limited to 12 participants to keep travel smooth and enjoyable.

Before the Himalayan retreat begins, participants are invited to join an optional cultural pilgrimage through Kolkata and Varanasi, culminating in the sacred night of Mahāśivarātri.

These ancient cities hold a deep connection to India’s spiritual and musical heritage. Together we will explore temples, sacred ghats, traditional music gatherings, and vibrant local culture, gradually entering the deeper spirit of the retreat.

Expect moments of devotion, music, shared meals, and wandering through timeless streets where the rhythms of India’s living traditions continue to unfold.

• Sunrise on the ghats of the Ganges
• Temple visits and evening Aarti ceremonies
• Exploring the ancient lanes and markets of Varanasi
• Informal music gatherings and mantra circles
• Cultural exploration in Kolkata
• Shared meals and stories with fellow travellers

Participation is flexible — you may join for as many days as you wish.

Pilgrimage Contribution

$108 AUD per day

Includes:

✔ Daily hosted activities
✔ Cultural site visits
✔ Local transport and event costs during the day/night
✔ Lunch and dinner
✔ Group guidance and support

+ Spontaneous Music Sessions ;) 

Not included:

✈ Flights
🏨 Accommodation
🍽 Breakfast
🚕 Airport transfers

Travel Insurance

Participants are free to join for as many days as they wish during this pilgrimage phase.

Recommended accommodation options will be shared to make planning simple.

We will provide our recommended accommodation options

(This pilgrimage is optional and designed for those who wish to experience the deeper cultural and spiritual roots of India before the retreat begins. Especially good for first timers to India ;) 

Full Pilgrimage Journey

9 days: $900 total

A small saving for those joining the entire journey.

✅Returning Raga Retreat students receive 20% off the Early Bird retreat price or standard price booking as a thank you for continuing the journey.


✅ Couple / Friends booking and staying together: $200 off Retreat Price booking per person.

(Only applicable for Participants who book together)

🌏 Full India Journey (Most Popular)

For those wishing to experience the complete pilgrimage and retreat.

Includes:

• Optional pilgrimage days (9 days)
• Mahāśivarātri celebration in Varanasi
• Full Himalayan Raga Retreat

E.g Super Early Bird Package

$2,700 total

(Claim your spot with a $500 deposit Before 31 July 2026)

​Full Flow

25 Feb - 1st March
Arrival in Kolkata
Culture, temples, music gatherings

2 –7 March
Varanasi Pilgrimage
Ghats, Ganga Aarti, Mahāśivarātri celebration

7–8 March
Travel + integration

9–15 March
Himalayan Raga Retreat
Dharamsala

9/03/2027

To:

15/03/2027

​Himalayan Nāda Yoga Retreat

following the sacred night of Mahāśivarātri

~ : Bookings essential : ~ ​​​​​​

✨ Retreat Commitment ✨

To honour the depth of the practice, we are only accepting participants for the full retreat duration. This ensures the focus, immersion, and shared group commitment that make the experience so transformative.

🌿 Limited to just 16 - 20 participants 🌿


This retreat is intentionally kept small and intimate, creating a safe and powerful container for learning, connection, and growth. Spaces will fill quickly — secure your spot early and enjoy the Super Early Bird discounts!

📩 More Booking Info (at the bottom of this page)
Or 👉 [Reserve your spot now]

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🌿 Raga Retreat – Dharamshala, India 2027

Sadhana ​Schedule

6 Nights / 7 Days | 9th – 15th March

A week of deep immersion into Nāda Yoga, Indian Classical Raga, mantra, and creative musical exploration in the peaceful foothills of the Himalayas.

Schedule may change slightly before commencement.

Day 1 – Tuesday 9 March

LANDING

16:00 – Arrival & Settling In
17:00 – Gentle Hatha Yoga & Nāda Yoga Wind-Down
18:00 – Dinner

19:00 – Welcome Circle
• Orientation
• Introduction to Nāda Yoga
• Opening Kirtan & group chanting

20:30 – Silence & Rest

Day 2 – Wednesday 10 March

INTENTION & LISTENING

06:30 – DawnRaga,Yoga & Pranayama with Rising Sun
08:00 – Morning Mantra Practice

08:30 – Breakfast / Free Time

09:30 – Soundkalpa Meditation
Intention setting through sound & voice

11:00 – Introduction to Raga
• Swara (notes)
• Rasa & Bhava
• Time theory of ragas

12:00 – Nāda Nidrā
(Live music Yoga Nidra)

12:30 – Lunch

14:00 – Nature Immersion / Free Time
Optional one-on-one sessions

16:30 – Afternoon Exploration Session

+ Vocal Freedom & Chakra Flow

18:00 – Dinner

19:30 – Evening Ragas & Rhythm Circle

Day 3 – Thursday 11 March

RHYTHM & RAGA

06:30 – DawnRaga,Yoga & Pranayama with Rising Sun

08:00 – Morning Mantra Practice
08:30 – Breakfast

09:30 – Tāla & Rhythm Workshop
Understanding Indian rhythmic cycles

11:00 – Call & Response Raga Practice

12:00 – Nāda Nidrā

12:30 – Lunch

14:00 – Nature Walk / Rest
Optional one-on-one sessions

17:00 – Ancient Mantra & Sacred Chants

18:00 – Dinner

19:30 – Indian Classical Music Presentation
Demonstration of Raga structure:
Alap → Jor → Jhala → Composition

Day 4 – Friday 12 March

VOICE & MANTRA

06:30 – DawnRaga,Yoga & Pranayama with Rising Sun

08:00 – Morning Mantra Practice

08:30 – Breakfast

09:30 – Voice Activation for Raga
Developing tone, breath & expression

11:00 – Mantra & Sonic Meditation

12:00 – Nāda Nidrā

12:30 – Lunch

14:00 – Free Time / Nature

16:00 – Sound Healing Journey
Deep listening through vibration

18:00 – Dinner

19:30 – Kirtan & Sacred Song Circle

Day 5 – Saturday 13 March

CREATIVE EXPRESSION

06:30 – DawnRaga,Yoga & Pranayama with Rising Sun

08:00 – Morning Mantra Practice
08:30 – Breakfast

09:30 – Raga Improvisation Workshop
Developing melodic expression

11:00 – Group Raga Practice

12:00 – Nāda Nidrā

12:30 – Lunch

14:00 – Nature Excursion in the Himalayas

17:30 – Return / Rest

18:30 – Dinner

19:30 – Evening Concert & Raga Darshan

Day 6 – Sunday 14 March

PRESENTATIONS & PERFORMANCE

06:30 – DawnRaga,Yoga & Pranayama with Rising Sun

08:00 – Morning Mantra Practice
08:30 – Breakfast

09:30 – Creative Composition Session

Participants explore their own melodic expressions within the raga framework.

11:00 – Group Rehearsal

12:00 – Nāda Nidrā

12:30 – Lunch

15:00 – Free Time / Integration

18:00 – Dinner

19:30 – Sacred Music Gathering
Participants share music, mantra, and creative offerings.

Day 7 – Monday 15 March

INTEGRATION & FAREWELL

07:30 – Morning Yoga & Breathwork
08:15 – Final Raga Practice

08:30 – Breakfast

09:30 – Gratitude Circle
Reflection & integration

11:00 – Raga Flow Finale

12:00 – Closing Meditation

12:30 – Farewell Lunch & Departures

​​


BOOKINGS & CONTACT INFO :

 

Enquires Please Contact :

HOSTED

by Shivam Rat (Aus)

Kathryn Riding (Aus)

Echo Ai (China)

Whats App

+61 0412 079 983

Or E.mail

shivam@crystalslide.com

crystalslideshivam@gmail.com

katriding@gmail.com

Or complete the booking form Below

About the Teachers and Facilitators

Shivam Rath is a second generation Australian meets Indian Classical Musician, following his fathers footsteps in both the world of Yoga and Indian classical music and since seriously taking up this path is sliding up to be one of Australia’s leading Slide Guitarist. Born into a musical family he has been combining his knowledge and path of meditation into the classically trained field of Music, Mantra and raga. He is also writing and producing his own music and compositions, with many C.Ds bridging, reviving and blending the ancient arts and music into our modern world.

Shivam has studied music directly from some of the worlds top leading instrumentalists including Riley Lee (Shakuhachi) Japanese flute & Indian Slide guitarist Debashish Bhattacharia. He is  particular  passionate about sharing his experience and knowledge of music and has taught and hosted workshops, retreats in numerous countries and locations around the world as well as multiple tours  with some of India's incredibly acclaimed maestros, earning a respect and recognition for establishing himself in this rich and ancient musical tradition.  

Kathryn Riding is a teacher of voice, movement and yoga. With more than 30 years' experience. She is also an accredited Yoga Australia teacher trainer, a graduate of WAAPA and has taught at some of Australia's finest training institutions including NIDA, WAAPA, QUT and the Northern Rivers Conservatorium. Her training also includes yoga teacher training with Eve Grzbowski and Mardi Kendall at the Sydney Yoga Centre where Kathryn also taught, studying yoga in India, training in voice and movement with Roy Hart Theatre in Paris, completion of advanced teacher training course with internationally recognised yoga teacher Donna Farhi, ongoing training in BMC Body-Mind Centring, Reiki, ongoing vocal studies with Shivam and Mico. Kathryn is passionate about vocal freedom and the therapeutic effects of sound and devotional singing.  

Echo Ai ​ graduated with a diploma in Traditional Hatha Yoga from Kaivalyadhama and later founded The Art of Tea and Yoga space in Chiang Mai. As an organizer of the CM International Yoga Festival and the Pokhara (Nepal) Healing Festival, she immersed herself in diverse schools of yoga and healing, developing a unique and holistic understanding of both.

She weaves this understanding into her tea practice, where each ceremony becomes a way of sharing healing and presence. During the Covid period, Echo returned to China to pursue intensive studies in Chinese Medicine. Over five years of training, she gained a deep and comprehensive knowledge of the body and its natural rhythms.

Through this lens, she sees tea as both herb and medicine — capable of calming the mind, supporting chi and blood circulation, and restoring balance. When combined with yoga and sound, tea becomes part of a harmonious practice that guides body and mind back to their natural state — a true sense of being at home

Monique Le Gall is a yoga teacher, Reiki Master, and Women’s Empowerment coach studying psychotherapy, based in Victoria. With over 8 years working with Reiki and roots in Sivananda Hatha Yoga, Taoist and 5 Elements inspired Yin Yoga, and a love for devotional practices, she loves sharing her experience through the arts of yoga, Reiki, and meditation, supporting curiosity, introspection, and guiding people back to themselves with presence and attunement.

Allana Beltran  ~

Performance Artist, Environmental Activist & Art Therapist

Allana Beltran is a renowned performance artist and environmental activist with a Diploma in Art Therapy and a Bachelor’s degree in Visual and Fine Arts. Her powerful work in environmental activism gained international recognition in 2007, when she appeared on various news outlets such as Vanity fair & National Geographic for her iconic performance in Tasmania’s old-growth forests. Suspended ten metres in the air as a luminous “forest angel,” Allana helped prevent the logging of what is now World Heritage-listed forest, inspiring a global wave of creative activism known as the Climate Guardians movement.

Blending art, activism, and ecology, Allana’s work explores the deep interconnection between the body and the Earth. She is particularly passionate about eco-somatics—bridging awareness between our inner nature and the outer natural world—through embodied creative expression, movement, and ritual performance.

~ ? ~ WHAT YOU WILL LEARN  ~ ? ~ 

In this enriching retreat, you will embark on a transformative journey to expand your knowledge and skills in the realms of music, language, and holistic living. Here's what you'll learn during our immersive experience:
 

1. Expressive Language and Music Mastery:

  • Gain a deep understanding of the fundamental building blocks of music and language, including Mantras and Sanskrit.

  • Develop your unique expression through these elements and harness their potential.

2. The Essence of Indian Classical Music:

  • Dive into the theoretical and philosophical aspects of Indian Classical Music.

  • Explore the esoteric concepts of Raga and Tala, and their ancient origins, as passed down through generations of musical maestros.

3. Focus on Musical Components:

  • Choose your path: concentrate on voice, rhythm, instruments, or Sanskrit pronunciation.

  • Delve deep into your chosen area of expertise.

4. Musical Instruments:

  • Explore the world of Indian musical instruments, including Tabla, Mridunga, Indian Slide Guitar, Sitar, Tanpura, and more.

  • Practice and play these instruments to your heart's content.

5. The Language of Rhythm and Melody:

  • Learn to speak the intricate language of Rhythm (Tala) and Melody (Raga).

  • Discover how to skilfully combine them to create your own compositions, songs, or mantras.

6. The Magic of a Single Raga:

  • Master the art of a single Raga and learn how to invoke specific feelings, moods, and atmospheres.

  • Act as a conduit between the world of Ragas and the cycles of time through your music.

7. Guided Melodic Exploration:

  • Sing freely and be guided through the melodic phrases of a single Raga.

  • Benefit from both individual tutoring and group meditative sessions.

8. The Power of Sound and Self:

  • Understand the significance of sound, the natural keys, tonal qualities, and your own voice's strengths and weaknesses.

  • Explore how to enhance these through Sadhana, much like the body in Yoga.

 

9. The Holistic Ashram Lifestyle:

  • Embrace the yogic lifestyle in an Ashram-style setting.

  • Immerse yourself in music, mantra, asana, pranayama, and meditation within a stunning natural environment.

10. Vocal Freedom and Confidence:

  • Experience the profound benefits of opening your voice, which connects you to your heart.

  • Enhance your everyday communication and build confidence in your daily life.

11. Bridging Head and Heart:

  • Learn from Shivam how the throat serves as a bridge between the head and the heart.

  • Discover how the power of voice and sound can harmonise your physical, mental, and emotional being.

12. Nature's Inspiration:

  • Revel in the natural wonders of the Black Sheep Farm retreat centre and Compassion Temple.

  • Enjoy waterfalls, spring-fed creeks, a swimming pool, sauna, private rooms, and breathtaking garden and landscape views to keep your creativity flowing.

13. Personalised Learning:

  • Benefit from private and optional classes with multiple teachers who will guide and support your unique journey.

14. Lifelong Skills and Connections:

  • Forge lasting connections and acquire lifelong skills.

  • Enjoy special discounts on instrument purchases and ongoing lessons after the retreat.

This retreat offers a holistic and immersive experience, where you'll not only learn about music but also explore the depths of your own self and connect with the natural world. It's an opportunity for personal growth, artistic exploration, and connecting with like-minded individuals on a similar journey. Don't miss this chance to expand your horizons in a beautiful and supportive environment.

ASHRAM STYLE LIVING

"Its not about how long you practice but the quality of your practice"....

Thus we want to cultivate greater concentration and awareness to accelerate practice and learning.

The collective and self disciplinary routine of Ashram style living is made to create a simple but strong structure that is conducive to study and accelerated growth cultivating stronger levels of awareness throughout the day. The adjustments to daily routines enhanced by early morning Yoga, meditation and / or music, mantra practice shifts rapidly mental patterns and thus automatically giving rise to new experiences.

Yoga and meditation naturally allows a clear mind and healthy more supple body from early morning giving easier access to assimilation of new knowledge, musical ideas, memorising skills and sitting comfortably for longer periods.

* This is by no means a boot camp but.....

If you are looking for a luxurious retreat with great comfort and ease this retreat is not for you. The personal growth here comes with the challenge of diving beyond our comfort and by no means is learning Yoga, meditation & Indian Classical music ever meant to just be easy;  no matter what instrument you choose or what vocal techniques you already know.

However there is also no overall goal or outcome in Yoga or learning Indian Classical Music and the real results are in how much you explore, develop, expand and realise about yourself and your own musical expression; given the extra skills and pointers we have to share :) 

How to book the Retreat?

step1: fill your information @ https://www.crystalslide.com/contact

Or copy the below information and complete by sending to the following email address.

crystalslideshivam@gmail.com

REFUND POLICY

  • A non-refundable $500 deposit is required to secure your spot and lock in your Early Bird or Super Early Bird price (if paid in full before the deadline).

  • Full refunds are available up to 14 days before the retreat begins (minus the deposit which can be reallocated to another future retreat).

  • 20% cancellation fee if cancelling within 14 days of the retreat start.

  • 50% cancellation fee if cancelling within 7 days of the retreat start.

We appreciate your understanding as this allows us to plan accommodation, meals, and logistics with care for the whole group. 🙏

In the event of heavy weather, government restrictions, or unexpected local conditions affecting the retreat, we may adjust the program schedule or, if necessary, postpone/cancel. In such cases, participants will be offered a partial refund or a credit to join a future retreat.

We deeply appreciate your understanding, as this policy allows us to carefully plan accommodation, meals, and logistics while ensuring fairness to all participants. 🙏

Check out our Limited

Super Early &

Early Bird Prices Below ~?~

🌿 Raga Retreat | Dharamshala, March 2027 🌿

6 Nights / 7 Days – All Inclusive

🕊 Super Early Bird

🔹 AUD $1800.00

(31 July 2026)

🕊 Early Bird

🔹 AUD $1900.00

(1 August – 31 October 2026)

🌸 Standard Contribution

🔹 AUD $2,200 per person

​From 1 November 2026 onward

🤍 Returning retreat students receive 20% off

🤍 Share a room with a friend or partner for $200 off each.

*Secure your early bird bookings with a $500 deposit.
Remaining balance due January 2027.

E.mail:

shivam@crystalslide.com

crystalslideshivam@gmail.com

with Subject: Raga Retreat

With

1. Your name

2. The number of participants

3. contact phone number

4. contact email address

5. your arrival time and expected departure date

6. Your instrument if you are bringing something to focus or a request to learn & borrow?

7. Which accommodation choice? 

8. Dietary Requirements (Gf / vegen etc)

9. Musical experience.  

10. Any questions or requests.

Step2: Payment

** You can use the PayPal link or you can pay directly into the bank account of according to the Early Bird or Standard Price etc:

S.Rath

BSB: 082-729

Acc No: 983400020

With add a screen shot or conformational e.mail of proof of payment attached. 

There are limited spaces so please pay a $500 deposit to secure your spot or the full amount before the expired dates

if you wish for the early bird prices and bonus

 ( payment is including all gourmet veg meals and accomodation)

Note *

Your spot is held but not fully confirmed until you pay the remaining amount by Jan 2027. ​

With Gratitude and Love 

Aum Prem Santi

Below Video From Past Retreat 

 

NadaNidra ~ Rhythm & Raga

NADANIDRA

Music Meditation

A Yogic practice of guided meditation blended with atmospheric music and artists from around the world. Lay down listen & relax; language of instructions include English, Japanese & Chinese

For More information about Rhythm and Raga scroll down.

For more information about  YogaNidra & NadaNidra click here

THE NATURE OF RAGA

Crystal Slide

Raga's are based from nature and times of day/ night. Ragas require the musician to become a medium to invoke the mood and feeling above all else in learning a new scale. A small clip based on Indian Raga Durga.

MUSIC, MEDITATION & MANTRA

Melody, Movement & Rhythm

MEDITATION

Incorporating Music

Music is a field of vibration coursing through the current of this moment; offering as the perfect medium to demonstrate where our consciousness is or isn’t. Based on Yoga and advanced practices discover how Music can create a constant stream to keep the mind engaged with the act or practice of meditation. Experience when the mind is empty how the music will just 'flow' through and keep us in the 'zone'

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INSTRUMENT

Sing though your hands

Just about all Indian instrumentalist I have met can replicate their playing through their voice. The intrinsic connection between head and hands is not in the tone or tenor of our vocal range but in the feeling and conscious connection between the movement or language of sound

MANTRA

Voice & Sacred Sounds

Mantra means to release or liberate the mind; it could be as subtle or dynamic as one needs. Sanskrit mantra or Chanting sacred sounds or syllables through the power of will, voice or percussive rhythms is a profound meditative practice ’which allows us to discover the geometrical foundations of space and time.

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SHIVAM RATH

Presenting the Trinity of Music ~?~

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MOVEMENT


The physical body is also a vehicle of sound and communication between music. The trinity in Indian philosophy being Mother Melody (Raga) Father Rhythm (Tala) and the combined creation between them: movement or dance. Through the practice of Yoga and tuning into the physical body on a subtle plane one can experience dance like states through feeling alone; a free flow allowing the body to lead and the mind to rest and let go.

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RHYTHM

The language of rhythm is a world of its own; and through the serious practice of Tabla Shivam has learnt how to speak intricate rhythms and syllables which allows him to play almost any percussive instrument with skill and dexterity. The practice his highly meditative balancing both brain hemispheres and is akin to chanting or doing ‘mantra’ meditation.
Another clear example signifying that first music should come from inside; because if you can speak it ~ you can play it!

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MELODY

Based upon original and traditional sources including the ancient Raga system and intuitive nature of heart to head connection; Shivam teaches in depth and highly subtle movements between the major scales, tones and semitones which create the rich atmosphere and mood that is Raga. Using Voice and Instrument to demonstrate the dynamics; this too becomes a universal language applicable to any sincere music aspirant.

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Byron Bay  NSW 2481, Australia

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