Every sound bath experience is unique, so there is no way to know exactly what you'll experience. That said, there are a few things we commonly hear from participants. Many people describe feeling deeply relaxed during and after a sound bath—sometimes drifting into that space between wakefulness and sleep where time seems to slow down and the outside world fades into the background. You may notice sensations in the body, such as warmth, tingling, heaviness, lightness, or a feeling of energy moving through a particular area. Some people find their awareness drawn to a specific part of the body, while others notice thoughts, memories, emotions, or insights gently rising to the surface. You may experience some of these things, all of them, or none of them at all—and that's completely okay. There is nothing you need to do, achieve, fix, or get right during a sound bath. Simply come with an open mind, allow yourself to rest, and let the experience unfold in its own way.

No two sound baths are ever exactly the same. The guided meditation at the beginning changes from gathering to gathering. The instruments I choose, the way I play them, and even the overall energy of the room are always a little different. And because every participant brings their own experiences, thoughts, and emotions into the space, no two experiences will ever feel quite the same. Some sound baths are built around a particular theme—such as grounding, heart-centered connection, loving-kindness (Metta), or seasonal reflections. These themes help shape the intention for the gathering, the meditation we explore together, and the instruments that are woven into the experience. I don't follow a prepared set or script during a sound bath. Instead, I allow each gathering to unfold naturally in the moment, which means every sound bath is a unique experience for everyone in the room—including me.

These experiences are very similar, but there is one key difference. A Sound Bath begins with a short guided meditation to help you settle into the present moment and prepare for the experience. From there, the guided meditation comes to a close and the instruments take over, creating an uninterrupted flow of sound, vibration, and frequency until it's time to gently return. A Sound Journey (sometimes called a Meditation + Sound Journey) weaves guided meditation and sound healing instruments together throughout the entire experience. Rather than simply listening to the instruments, you'll be guided through a cohesive journey with the support of sound, imagery, reflection, and intention along the way. Both experiences are deeply relaxing and restorative. The main difference is that a Sound Bath offers more space for stillness and personal exploration, while a Sound Journey provides a more guided experience from beginning to end.

I play a variety of instruments during a Sound Bath. My collection of healing instruments includes crystal singing bowls, Tibetan singing bowls, a buffalo drum, tongue drum, flute, gong, wind chimes, seed chimes, and more!

A sound bath is a really beautiful meditative experience where you are “bathed” in the sounds of various healing instruments. Each of the instruments used in a sound bath emits a specific frequency. When played, that frequency spreads out throughout the room and washes over you.