Testimonials

In the Words of Our Learners

Feedback from learners about their experience of the classes.

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“I had the pleasure of taking Sanskrit chanting pronunciation lessons with Poonam, and I highly recommend her to anyone serious about learning proper Sanskrit pronunciation. As a native American English speaker, I found many of the sounds challenging at first, especially the subtle distinctions between certain vowels and consonants. Poonam’s guidance made a tremendous difference.
She is patient, clear, and incredibly knowledgeable. She explains not just what the sound should be, but how and where it is formed in the mouth and throat, which helped me develop much greater accuracy and confidence in my chanting. Her corrections are thoughtful and encouraging, never discouraging.
Thanks to Poonam, my pronunciation has improved significantly, and I feel a much deeper connection to the chanting practice. I’m very grateful for her skillful and supportive teaching.”

Mike

New Jersey, USA · Sanskrit Chanting Pronunciation

“I highly recommend working with Poonam Patil.
Her profound knowledge of the scriptures, the art of both pronunciation and articulation, along with her ability to easily translate the tone and meter of the Sanskrit chant, all while teaching with a smile or even an out right laugh, is rare!
Poonam is an exceptional Sanskrit Chanting teacher. Her own chanting is beautiful to listen to and her personal chanting experience shines through her when she teaches.
If I could practice everyday with Poonam, I absolutely would. The time I spent learning with Poonam was a great privilege.”

Rami Ryan

Perth, Australia · Sanskrit Chanting

“It’s a pleasure for me to talk about my studying of the Rudram with Poonam!
Simply addressing the pronunciation of the Sanskrit with her, which would seem like a straightforward, merely academic endeavor, released the divine energy in those words that I couldn’t have imagined. I was literally moved to tears!
Poonam has been a wonderful gift, and I highly recommend giving yourself the gift of studying with her!”

Cynthia

Philadelphia, USA · Śrī Rudram

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