I’m a bit on the fence when it comes to playing music during yoga class. I love an energetic vinyasa or flow class with great music, but I find that it often leads to “spacing out” instead of concentration. I have started including classes without music in my own practice, and it’s actually quite a different experience. Silence lets your mind be involved in your practice on a much deeper level. If you are used to always going to classes where the teacher plays music I highly recommend trying a class or home practice without it.

Now that I made my argument for sometimes practicing without music, here is a really fun vinyasa playlist for when you want to include some sound. If you’re feeling down or lethargic, play these great songs and do some sun salutations!

Vinyasa Flow Playlist
(click the song to download from iTunes)

Mul Mantra – Snatam Kaur
Hari Har – Snatam Kaur
Gopala Hare – Wah!
Gayatri Mantra – Deva Premal
Jaadu – Ustad Sultan Khan
Tarana – Ustad Sultan Khan & Thievery Corporation
Jana (Sad Bachelor Remix) – Ustad Sultan Khan & Radar One
Hari Om Shiva Om – Deva Premal
Devi Puja – Krishna Das & Prana
Raghupati – Bhagavan Das