MAHARISHI GANDHARVA VEDA CONSCIOUSNESS-BASED MUSIC THERAPY
In-residence course at MERU, Vlodrop, the Netherlands
31 August – 7 September 2025
The course is open to everyone interested in holistic approaches to well-being and
personal growth through music therapy.
Experience and learn to apply the therapeutic power of sound.
With Vaidya Dr Shubham Kulkarni and
Guest Speakers: Dr Girish Momaya and Dr Walter Moelk
Available in English and other languages based on demand
Standard course fee*: €650,-
*There is a reduced price for lower-income countries (please see the application form).
Affiliates of the International Maharishi AyurVeda Foundation (IMAVF) receive a discount of 10% on the course fee.
Experience a preview of the course with the free online workshop
Course description
Maharishi AyurVeda Gandharva Veda music is a precious discipline of Maharishi’s Vedic Science, the science of life, to create balance in nature, eliminate stress in the atmosphere, and produce a healthy influence for the individual and peace for the world family. It is an ancient system of music that forms the basis of Indian classical music and uses specific ragas or melodic structures that align with the rhythms of nature.
Content and practical benefits of attending the course:
- Undersand the place of Maharishi AyurVeda Gandharva Veda Therapy in Maharishi’s Vedic Science and in the discovery of Veda in human physiology
- Enjoy fascinating video lectures from Maharishi about Gandharva Veda.
- Participants will learn a holistic healing approach by gaining a deeper understanding of Maharishi AyurVeda Gandharva Veda music therapy and will explore the properties of sound, Swar, Raag, Lay, and Taal.
- Participants will develop practical skills through hands-on training and will acquire skills in singing Maharishi AyurVeda Gandharva Veda music.
- Gain profound and practical knowledge of Sound Healing Techniques including principles of Maharishi Vedic Sound Therapy, and Maharishi Vedic Vibration Therapy, Tibetan bowls, tuning forks, and voice.
- Knowledge of different methods of music therapy including receptive and active techniques and how they can impact mood, cognition, neuroplasticity, and emotional well-being documented by modern research.
- The course also covers specialized applications of music therapy for prevention and support in various health imbalances (Raga Chikitsa) such as mental stress, neurological imbalances, uses during pregnancy and for female health, in geriatric care, and neuro-developmental imbalances in children
- Participants will also gain a deeper understanding of how music can enhance their own well-being by using sound vibrations.
- We will also cover the latest research and evidence-based practices in music therapy and Ayurveda, and the use of sound in modern medicine.
- Participants will learn practical strategies for combining music therapy with other Maharishi AyurVeda modalities for a holistic healing approach.
Venue, meals, accommodation and visa
This course is held on the MERU Campus.
Our Address:
MERU
Station 24
6063 NP Vlodrop
The Netherlands
Meals
Full board at MERU 210 €. This includes lunch, dinner, and a simple breakfast.
Accommodation
Costs for accommodation not included (€40 to €130 per day, depending on the hotel you choose).
Please read our travel information page carefully, on which you will also find a list of hotels nearby. Please book your room directly with the hotel.
Transportation from the hotels to the campus must be organised privately. We can help arrange carpooling, if desired, but cannot assume responsibility for the transport.
Visa
If you need an invitation letter for your visa, please apply early for the course. Contact us and send your information for the invitation letter as soon as possible.
Course structure
Dates and times
Duration: 7 Days (31 August – 7 September 2025)
Arrival day: Sunday 31 August (first lecture in the evening)
Departure day: Monday 8 September 2025 (last lecture Sunday 7 September evening)
Daily schedule: 5 hours per day (2 hours morning session, 3 hours afternoon session, including case presentation and Q&A)
Course leader
During the performace of the
10.000 course in Hyderabad
Dr Shubham Kulkarni
Masters in Ayurveda (BAMS MD)
Masters in Palliative Care (PGDPC)
Masters in Psychology (MA Psych. Sch.)
Music therapist
Indian classical vocalist
Dr Shubham Kulkarni is an Ayurveda Physician with over 7 years of clinical experience in music therapy, mental health, palliative & End of Life care. He is also an expert in Indian classical music. By blending ancient wisdom with modern therapeutic approaches, he offers holistic, transformative care to his patients.
Dr Kulkarni brings his expertise from conducting 200+ workshops, sessions, and courses globally, educating over 10.000 participants on integrative health approaches. He is well known for his use of Maharishi AyurVeda Gandharva Veda in music therapy, selecting specific ragas to restore balance and harmony in the mind, body, and spirit. Additionally, he incorporates Indian classical instruments like sitar, tabla, and tanpura to create profound healing experiences.
Guest speakers
Dr Girish Momaya
Dr Girish Momaya is a director of Maharishi European Research University, a Dutch foundation providing training, and services in the fields of education, Ayurveda health care, and social well-being. Dr Momaya is a director of International Maharishi Ayurveda Foundation in the Netherlands, a global organization that serves as a platform to integrate and bring all aspects of Ayurveda into the Mainstream. Furthermore, he is also a director of Maharishi AyurVeda Europe B.V., a Dutch company dealing with manufacturing and distribution of herbal health food supplements.
Dr Momaya spent many years working under the guidance of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, the great scientist of consciousness and the founder of the Transcendental Meditation programme. He received extensive education and training under Maharishi’s guidance in all aspects of Vedic Science.
Dr Walter Mölk
Dr Walter Mölk is a medical practitioner and a founding director of the Maharishi College of Perfect Health International. Dr Mölk worked closely under Maharishi’s direction and guidance for over 30 years, helping to formalise and integrate the knowledge of Maharishi AyurVeda and modern medicine into the truly holistic system of Maharishi Integrative Medicine. For many years he has been developing and teaching Maharishi AyurVeda postgraduate curricula for health professionals worldwide.
