Music-lovers! Go from simply playing your instrument,
to effortlessly creating through musical meditation.
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“Beginner’s Guide to Meditative Music-Making.”
Explore this fun and fulfilling way to make music by following four simple stages. Each one has several alternatives, so you can find out what works best for you!
Meditation helps us reach a part of the brain that is free from judgments and preconceived ideas. Music flows through us, creating a profound sense of satisfaction.
I wrote this guide for the British Flute Society’s “Pan” magazine, but if you’re not a flutist, no problem! The principles apply to all instruments, including the voice.
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“A painter paints pictures on canvas. But musicians paint their pictures on silence.”
Leopold Stokowski
In today’s world, with the added stress we live in,
music is a refuge where we can come back to ourselves.
In particular, meditative music making can bring you to an inner
peacefulness that you may have never experienced before.
It’s a blissful antidote to nerves,
stress and the hectic lives we lead.
What will Meditative Music Making do for me?
Here are five (of even more!) benefits:
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Stress reduction
Meditative music making is a great way to relax and alleviate stress. Engaging in the creative process and focusing on creating soothing sounds helps calm the mind and promote a sense of peace and tranquility.
Mindfulness practice
Making music in a meditative way requires presence and mindfulness. It encourages you to be fully engaged in the present moment, focusing on the sounds you are creating and how they resonate with your own emotions and sensations.
Self-expression
Music has always been a powerful form of self-expression. Making meditative music allows you to explore your creativity and emotions through sound, providing a unique outlet for self-discovery and personal growth.
Enhanced well-being
Engaging in Meditative Music Making has been found to have positive effects on well-being, including improved mood, increased self-awareness, and a sense of fulfillment. It can be a holistic practice that nurtures mental, emotional, and even physical well-being.
Community and connection
Meditative Music Making provides an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for music and mindfulness. It can foster a sense of community, support, and shared understanding among participants.
In short, Meditative Music Making offers a variety of benefits: stress relief, mindfulness practice, self-expression, improved well-being, and a sense of belonging to a creative community.
…playing together
…playing for yourself and for other music lovers
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