Sound Bath: Sound, Vibration & Stillness
A sound bath is an opportunity to slow down, unplug, and simply be. Using crystal singing bowls, chimes, and voice, I create a calming experience where you can relax, quiet the mind, and take a break from the demands of everyday life.
You don't need any experience with meditation, and there is nothing you need to do. Just get comfortable, close your eyes if you wish, and allow yourself to take in the sounds.
What Does Research Tell Us?
Research on singing bowls and sound meditation is growing. Studies have found that participants often report feeling less tension, anxiety, and fatigue following sound meditation.
One study published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Complementary & Alternative Medicine in 2017 followed 62 participants before and after a singing bowl meditation. Researchers found improvements in reported tension, anxiety, fatigue, and mood following the session.
A 2025 systematic review examining 19 clinical studies also found promising results related to anxiety, mood, and sleep. However, researchers noted that more rigorous studies are needed to better understand the effects of singing bowls.
Potential Benefits
Many people find sound baths helpful for:
Stress Relief: Creating an opportunity to unwind and release everyday tension.
Relaxation: Encouraging the body and mind to slow down.
Mental Clarity: Offering a break from constant thoughts and distractions.
Emotional Well-Being: Providing space to notice and reconnect with your emotions.
Mind-Body Connection: Bringing greater awareness to the present moment.
Restful Sleep: Helping create a relaxed state before bedtime.
What to Expect
You'll be invited to get comfortable, usually lying down on a yoga mat with blankets and bolsters for support. As the session begins, the sounds of crystal singing bowls, chimes, and voice create a calming atmosphere.
Every experience is different. You may feel deeply relaxed, drift into a meditative state, notice emotions coming up, or simply enjoy having a moment to yourself.
For me, a sound bath is about creating space to pause, let go of some of the noise around us, and reconnect with ourselves.
Ways to Experience a Sound Bath
Sound baths can be experienced on their own or combined with restorative yoga for a more immersive experience.
You can enjoy a stand-alone sound bath, allowing yourself time to rest and take in the sounds, or experience it alongside restorative yoga. In a restorative class, gentle, supported poses are paired with the soothing sounds of crystal singing bowls and chimes, creating space for deeper relaxation and stillness.
Both experiences offer a chance to slow down, step away from daily demands, and give yourself time to simply rest.
Research references
If you'd like to include a small Research & Further Reading section at the bottom of your page, these are two good references:
Goldsby et al. (2017), Effects of Singing Bowl Sound Meditation on Mood, Tension, and Well-being. Read the study.
(2025), Therapeutic Effects of Singing Bowls: A Systematic Review of Clinical Studies. Read the review.