by David Gibson | Nov 17, 2016 | Student Research, Voice, Toning, Chant and Mantra
The word Naad means “cosmic sound.” The word Yoga means union or “to yoke.” Union with sound is the goal of Naad Yoga. To understand what that means we have to think about the nature of sound itself. In yogic terminology there are two kinds of sounds in the Universe,...
by David Gibson | Nov 17, 2016 | Student Research, Voice, Toning, Chant and Mantra
very instrument has a certain quality, a texture or timbre, volume, pitch, and resonance that give it a unique signature. Even between similar instruments, two drums will vary in sound slightly, though many of the qualities may be the same. But there is no instrument...
by David Gibson | Nov 15, 2016 | Student Research, Voice, Toning, Chant and Mantra
This paper gives an in-depth description of each of the Seven Chakras as well as the Goddesses that embody the qualities of each. It also explains both the mantra and the sounds that are associated with each as well as suggested mantra practices to activate each...
by David Gibson | Nov 15, 2016 | Student Research, Voice, Toning, Chant and Mantra
This is a detailed exploration of connecting with nature, specifically sounding with trees. A historical narrative is included. Sounding with the Trees: Trees are Sound Relationships “Trees are sanctuaries. Whoever knows how to speak to them, whoever knows how to...
by David Gibson | Nov 15, 2016 | Student Research, Voice, Toning, Chant and Mantra
This paper discusses the practice of Nadi Shodana, a type of Pranayana restorative breathing technique. The purpose of Nadi Shodhana is to clean and purify the channels. These channels are a part of the subtle body. In the Yoga tradition it is said there are over...
by David Gibson | Nov 15, 2016 | Student Research, Voice, Toning, Chant and Mantra
This paper explains how to integrate pranayama breathing into sound healing practice. Two types are described. Prana is a term used in Yoga to explain the vital life-force energy within the subtle body. Yama means control or restraint. Some say the actual suffix is...
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