What does samjjana mean?

A ceremony for harmony, unanimity and consciousness (so it's more about what we do than who we are, and what we co-create together with the audience).

Are you aligned with any religion or religious group? 

We are not aligned with any religion or religious group, though we are aligned with core messages common to them all - love, peace, compassion, unity and service. For almost 20 years Pratika-Sahayak has been a student of an Indian meditation teacher, Sri Chinmoy, who also was not aligned with any organised religion.

Where are you based?

Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia

What is the name of the steel instrument Maia plays and where is it from?

It's called a 'hang' (pronounced hung) and it is handmade in Switzerland.

Where/how can I find out more about the hang?

Visit the hang page, which also offers links to various websites that offer more information about the hang and other hang-inspired instruments.

What are the flutes Sahayak plays?

Native American-style single and drone (double) flutes (available from SpiritSong Flutes)
Indian Bansuri flutes (available from Arjuna)
Shakuhachi (Japanese Zen) flute (available from David Brown)

What are samjjana's other instruments?
 
Lap harp (available from Geoff Welham)
Swarmandal (Indian harp) (Available from Rikhi Ram)
Sansula (Available from Kalimba Magic)
Alchemy Crystal bowls (Available from various places, best to research) Many types are available, though samjjana's are Emerald (G), Kyanite (E) and Laughing Buddha (iron, A#)

Who composes samjjana's music?

All samjjana's songs and chants are given by Spirit, and predominantly received and evolved by Maia. Maia plays recognisable, repeatable melodies while Pratika-Sahayak predominantly improvises - so you will never hear the same song played the same way twice.