Mantra Of Our Heart

"Some sounds do not ask to be understood. They ask only to be received."

Mantra from Our Heart is an immersive sound ritual led by Neil Chua — Ruan instrumentalist and singing bowl practitioner, with special guest Maathavan Kalaichelvan, Saraswati Veena player, at the Goodman Arts Centre Black Box on 20 June 2026.

A mantra is not always a word. It is a vibration that returns us to ourselves — a sound the body recognises before the mind does. In this ritual, the ancient resonance of the Ruan, a Chinese plucked lute carried through centuries of contemplative tradition, meets the deep, sustained voice of the Saraswati Veena — an instrument whose sacred lineage traces back 3,500 years to the Vedic period. Woven throughout are the harmonic overtones of singing bowls, whose layered frequencies settle the nervous system and open the body to stillness.

What emerges is not a performance. It is a shared space — held by sound, intention, and the quiet that lives between notes. Participants are invited to lie comfortably on mats, close their eyes, and allow the living sound around them to guide them through five movements: arrival, descent, threshold, return, and closing — a complete arc of deep rest.

Non-religious and open to all, Mantra from Our Heart is designed to support mental balance, release accumulated tension, and return participants gently to themselves. No musical knowledge or prior experience is needed.

This space is offered by donation, a gesture of trust before the experience begins. We suggest $20 to $50 as a guide. Give generously if you can, give less if you must, and if giving is not possible, simply contact us. No one will be turned away.

Mats and cushions provided. Arrive 10 minutes early. Come in comfortable clothing — and bring a cloth to cover yourself if you wish.

For more information, please refer to our website www.ruanatworkz.com
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About RuanAtWorkz Musical Arts (R.A.W.)

RuanAtWorkz Musical Arts (R.A.W.) aims to promote the rich history of showcasing traditional instruments to the musical art scene through education, performances, and creative interactions.

Formed by a group of young enthusiasts of traditional instrumental music, R.A.W. aims to raise awareness and maintain continuity in conventional instrumental music within local communities, particularly among the young. We strive to conserve and rejuvenate the culture by organizing performances, lectures, conferences, seminars, workshops, and other events and activities.

RuanAtWorkz Musical Arts aims to develop a community where we will bring our rich traditional music, with a modern touch, to the hearts of local communities and through generations to come.

RuanAtWorkz Musical Arts (R.A.W.) was incorporated in 2015 and is a registered charity (UEN: T15SS0002F).

We want to make this a safe and enjoyable experience for all our attendee(s) as such, we have put in place some house rules:

1. General

• By attending the event, you agree to comply with and be bound by these terms and conditions.

• The event will take place at Goodman Art Centre, 90 Goodman Rd, Black Box, S439053.

2. Age Requirement

• This event is strictly for attendees aged 12 and above. Please bring valid identification as proof of age if requested.

3. Seating Arrangement

• Attendees will be lying on the floor throughout the event. Comfortable seating arrangements will be provided, but you may bring your own cloth, eye mask, or blanket if preferred.

4. Ticket Purchase

• The ticket price excludes any ticketing platform fees.

• All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges will be issued unless the event is cancelled or rescheduled.

5. Entry and Attendance

• Please present a valid ticket upon entry. Digital or printed tickets are accepted.

• Doors open 15 minutes before the event starts. Latecomers may be admitted at a suitable break.

• The organizer reserves the right to refuse entry to anyone who does not comply with the venue’s regulations or exhibits inappropriate behavior.

6. Cancellation and Rescheduling

• In the unlikely event of a cancellation or rescheduling, ticket holders will be notified via email.

• If the event is cancelled, ticket holders will receive a full refund. If rescheduled, tickets will be valid for the new date, or a refund will be provided upon request.

7. Liability

• The organizer and venue are not responsible for any personal injury, loss, or damage to personal property.

• By attending the event, you agree to indemnify the organizer against any illness or adverse effects resulting from the consumption of food or drink provided.

8. Photography and Recording

• By attending the event, you consent to being photographed or recorded by the official event photographer/videographer for promotional purposes.

9. Privacy

• Personal information collected during the ticket purchase process will be used solely for the purpose of managing the event and will not be shared with third parties without your consent.

10. Amendments

• The organizer reserves the right to amend these terms and conditions at any time. Any changes will be posted on the event’s booking page and will take effect immediately.

By attending the event, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these terms and conditions.

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