Gaiea Sanskrit
Gaiea Sanskrit is a British singer who sings lyrics and mantras in Sanskrit. She is best known in spiritual and yoga communities in Europe and Asia. By singing in Sanskrit, she brings its philosophical and spiritual essence to a wider audience. For Gaiea Sanskrit, singing in Sanskrit is a spiritual act: she describes it as becoming one with the music, where there is no longer any distinction between the singer, the singing and the song.
Biography
Gaiea grew up surrounded by chants from texts like the Bhagavad Gita and the Upanishads. From an early age, Gaiea showed interest in music, art, literature, languages and Advaita Vedanta. From the age of four, she learnt Sanskrit at St James School in London.
She studied music academically from 2001 to 2003 and learnt various instruments. She studied Sanskrit at the University of Oxford from 2004 to 2007, where she also held a choral scholarship. Additionally she obtained a master’s degree in music theatre in 2011. Gaiea still maintains good contacts with the University of Oxford, where she regularly leads chanting sessions.
Gaiea began her career as a music teacher, working from 2008 to 2014. She wrote her own songs, performed as a stand-up comedian, and wrote musicals. She incorporated Sanskrit into her music, mixing traditional chants with modern melodies.
In 2008, Gaiea started her YouTube channel with comedy and songs. Her channel first gained attention with the song “Made of Bliss – Ānandamayi”. In 2018 came the “Madālasā” song, which has 6 million views.
She shared videos of herself singing Sanskrit mantras and songs, and she released a number of albums of Sanskrit chants. She performed at international festivals, yoga retreats and cultural events, and collaborated with artists from different musical backgrounds.
In 2021, Gaiea founded the Cosmic Choir, an international choir singing Sanskrit songs.
Her music was sampled by rapper YEAT for his song “Flawless” and was featured in the TV series “Vikings”.
Musical style and influences
Gaiea’s music is a fusion of traditional Sanskrit chants and contemporary musical arrangements, influenced by Indian classical music, Western classical traditions and world music. Her work is inspired by spiritual teachings and carries messages of peace, unity and mindfulness. Her songs often contain ancient Sanskrit verses and mantras, aimed at healing and spiritual awakening. Singing Sanskrit mantras and lyrics is a way to purify the mind and reconnect with inner stillness.
Film series Sanskrit Pilgrimage
In 2024, Gaiea released a six-part film series. It shows her search for ancient wisdom in England, Wales, Ireland and Scotland, meeting people devoted to wisdom, storytelling, healing, ritual, and sacred sound. More is on the way!
Collaboration with Ars Floreat
Gaiea’s visit to the School of Practical Philosophy at Oxerhof in June 2023, where she gave a series of workshops, marked the beginning of a fruitful collaboration with Ars Floreat. What started with filming has since grown into wider forms of support. Today, Ars Floreat continues to support Gaiea’s mission in various ways, in alignment with the Foundation’s objectives.
Links
Web & Music
- Official website
- YouTube channel
- Spotify
- Cosmic Choir
- Sanskrit Pilgrimage
- Who is Gaiea? – video
- Store
- Donate
Media & Background
Social Media
- gaiea [dot] international [at] arsfloreat [dot] org
