Sound Sessions with Tuning Forks
Introduction
Sound healing was used in ancient cultures as they recognized the impact of sound on one’s spirit, mind and body. The discovery of using musical intervals, or sound, for healing has been credited to the Greek philosopher and mathematician Pythagoras (569-475 B.C.E). He was the first to explore the relationship between music (sound) and numbers. He is known to have recommended listening to the tones of the Perfect Fifth to calm angered feelings. Lao Tzu, author of the Tao Te Ching named the Perfect Fifth tone the “Universal Harmony” or the energy between Yin and Yang. This interval is known to decrease stress and to rebalance our bodies, allowing for relaxation. India’s ancient healing system of Ayurveda, considered sound therapy as an important component of healing and well-being. North American Shamans have used drums, rattles, flutes and other instruments in their healing practices for thousands of years.
In the 20th century, as interest in holistic and alternative therapies grew, pioneers like Swiss scientist and philosopher Hans Jenny and American ENT and sound researcher Dr. Alfred Tomatis studied the effects of sound vibrations on human physiology and psychology. They provided the foundation for current practitioners to further develop and fine-tune sound healing techniques. Fabien Maman, musician, acupuncturist, and sound researcher, and John Beaulieu, musician, psychotherapist, and sound researcher use tuning forks to promote healing.
Please understand that the practitioner does not do the healing, the vibration of sound does. When a particular sound frequency resonates with the cell frequency, it becomes entrained and the cell reverts to it’s original vibration.
What to Expect
You may lay either face up or face down on a massage table or you may choose to sit in a chair, fully clothed. Please wear light weight clothing for best results.
The unweighted tuning forks will be struck and placed near your ears and or around your body.
The weighted tuning fork is struck to create a vibration and then the end of the stem is placed on relaxation points or areas of discomfort. Much like acupuncture, it helps to release tension and move stagnant energy by calming your nervous system. It may also decrease physical pain by triggering your cells to produce nitric oxide, which is necessary for healing.
Sound Sessions with Tuning Forks
Relaxation/pain relief sessions:
One hour – $120
Energy Field Tuning:
The intention of this session is to gain clarity about and to move stuck energy in your energy field:
Hour and a Half – $180
These sessions build upon each other; therefore it is recommended that you sign up for more than one session.
Contraindications
Avoid in the first trimester of pregnancy or if you have sound-induced epilepsy.
Please let your practitioner know if you have any metal (plates, screws, bolts, etc.) or any electrical medical devices (pacemaker, implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD), cardiac loop records, stents, insulin pumps, prostheses, drug delivery pumps, spinal cord stimulation, deep brain stimulation, etc.) as these areas need to be avoided with the weighted forks.
Himalayan Bowl Sessions
Individual session 60 min $120
Group Sound Baths
Call Ellen to schedule 919-656-3448
Payment methods: All major credit cards, checks, cash, or Zelle.
Purchasing Tuning Forks
If you would like to purchase tuning forks for personal use, here is a link to high quality tuning forks from Biosonics. These forks have been found to vibrate up to 10 seconds longer than other tuning forks. John Beaulieu, the creator of Biosonics, is considered the grandfather of human tuning as he was one of the first to document and research the use of tuning forks on the human body and has been practicing and teaching this healing technique since the 1970’s.