A sound bath is a meditative experience that involves listening to soothing music and healing vibrations produced by various instruments such as gongs, crystal bowls, and tuning forks. The sound waves from these instruments create a relaxing and immersive environment that can help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression symptoms Sound baths are also believed to improve sleep quality, enhance creativity, and promote spiritual development .

During a sound bath, you lie down in a reclining position and listen to the overlapping vibrations created by the instruments. These vibrations can lead you deeper into a state of contemplation or relaxation, shutting off your body's fight-or-flight reflex At the end of the session, you will be guided back to a feeling of awareness before concluding the sound bath and wishing you well on your journey.

At Ambient Sound Healing, we offer multiple options for you to be comfortable. We have thick floor cushions, pillows, and warm blankets. We also offer the option of resting on the padded massage tables during the experience if you are unable to be on the floor.

A traditional soundbath can provide you with many benefits, including their effects on the nervous system and brainwave entrainment:

- Relaxation: The vibrations produced by the instruments used in sound baths can help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression symptoms . The sound waves create a relaxing and immersive environment that can lead you deeper into a state of contemplation or relaxation, shutting off your body's fight-or-flight reflex .

- Improved sleep quality: Sound baths are believed to improve sleep quality by promoting relaxation and reducing stress levels .

- Enhanced creativity: Some people report feeling more creative after attending a sound bath session

- Spiritual development: Sound baths are also believed to promote spiritual development by helping you connect with your inner self and achieve a sense of clarity and purpose .

- Brainwave entrainment: The vibrations produced by the instruments used in sound baths can help entrain your brainwaves to a more relaxed state ². This can lead to a reduction in anxiety and stress levels, as well as an increase in feelings of well-being .

- Positive effect on mental health and physical pain: While research into the benefits of sound baths is limited, some studies have found that they can have a positive effect on mental health and physical pain.

It's important to note that sound baths aren't a replacement for proven treatments, but they can be considered a low-risk complement to any other methods you've been exploring with your doctor.

Each soundbath is a unique experience, and private soundbaths are highly customizable. (Gongbath, for example)

While not every session features all instruments, here's a glimpse of what you may encounter:

- A vast collection of refined Crystal Quartz, Glass Alchemy, Himalayan, and Tibetan singing bowls, each carefully selected for its distinct qualities. Emitting a varied spectrum of frequencies, these bowls enhance the auditory experience with their diverse tones. Beyond their musical charm, these singing bowls are thought to provide therapeutic advantages, fostering relaxation, alleviating stress, and promoting an elevated sense of well-being through the vibrational frequencies they produce.

- Koshi Chimes, bamboo-crafted, with four tunings aligning with Earth, Wind, Fire, and Water. These chimes, played outdoors and attuned to the elements, create a unique and natural sound. Their long resonance and rich overtones make them ideal for a relaxing and meditative atmosphere.

- Zaphir Chimes, offering crystal-clear and shimmering sounds in five tunings corresponding to the seasons. Their precise tuning ensures a serene and peaceful ambiance.

- The Quartzophone/Crystal Harp-Lyre features quartz crystal tubes that produce resonant and captivating sounds when played. Its crystal tones sing with a divine harmony, creating a captivating resonance transcends earthly realms. When played, a higher vibration fills the air, inviting the listener into an ethereal realm.

- An 18’ Wind Gong and 38’ Chao Gong, resonating deeply to aid in tension and stress release. While Singing bowls entrain brainwaves to alpha states, the gong leans towards lowering brainwave states into a low theta, or even delta state.

- Ocean Drum, a percussion instrument delivering soothing and powerful sounds, akin to a lullaby or a call to action. Playable with hands or mallets, it creates a calming and peaceful atmosphere.

- Rainsticks create a gentle and soothing melody that evokes the calming sensation of falling raindrops. Much like the beauty found in imperfections, the unique sound within the rainstick adds a touch of natural charm and authenticity to its melodic rhythm.

- Kenari Chimes, similar to metal bar chimes but with hollow seed shells creating a woody sound. Played like normal chimes, they provide a unique sound variety resembling a flowing stream.

-Sculpted in the form of pyramids, our two Singing Crystal Pyramids generate frequencies designed to unlock and elevate chakras to higher realms.

-A Singing Merkabah, crafted in the sacred geometric shape of the Merkabah. When played, it emits enchanting and ethereal tones that resonate with higher frequencies, creating a transformative and meditative ambiance. More than just a musical creation, the Singing Merkabah serves as a tool for spiritual exploration, aligning with higher states of consciousness and offering a unique experience for meditation and energy work.

- Solfeggio Tuning Tubes that are a unique take on traditional tuning forks, louder and ideal for soundbath settings, producing powerful and harmonious frequencies in various tones.

- Handpan, a captivating steel drum played by hand, emanates tranquil and soothing sounds, making it an ideal companion for meditation, relaxation, and alleviating stress.

- The Monochord is an instrument featuring a single string stretched over a resonant wooden board. Played by plucking or bowing the string, the Monochord produces a deep and resonant sound. Its simple yet elegant design allows for a rich exploration of tones and harmonics, making it a versatile instrument often appreciated for its soothing and meditative qualities.

- The Euphone is an instrument characterized by metal bars, and its distinctive sound is created by running wet hands up and down these bars. This tactile and immersive playing technique produces resonant tones, creating binaural beats perfect for brainwave entrainment

- Metal Swing Chimes, also known as Chakraphone, are a distinctive musical instrument characterized by suspended metal tubes or bars. When struck or activated, these chimes produce a range of metallic sounds with varying pitches and harmonics. The swinging motion of the metal components adds a dynamic and visually engaging element to the auditory experience, creating an immersive and resonant atmosphere. The Chakraphone's melodic tones contribute to its appeal in sound healing and meditative practices.

These instruments, meticulously chosen, aim to create a serene environment, reducing stress, anxiety, and depression symptoms. They are believed to enhance sleep quality, stimulate creativity, and foster spiritual development by entraining brainwaves to a relaxed state, leading to reduced anxiety and stress levels and an increase in overall well-being.

During a Traditional Soundbath, you and your friends have the option of resting comfortably on thick floor cushions or on the four massage tables with the vibration turned off. We provide pillows, and blankets as well.

I recommend bringing a bottle of water, and dressing in comfortable clothes.

Duration: 60-minutes

Cost: $75 for one person: $15 for each additional

Duration: 90-minutes

Cost: $90 for one person: $20 for each additional guest