Toning and Chanting: Vibrational Healing

"La Wally" aria "Ebben, Ne Andro Lontana"

2010-01-27T19:18:00.000-05:00

I've been to two powerful movies in my life that used this aria strategically in the background to great effect. This is such an emotional and moving piece for vocal music and exemplifies why the human voice cannot be match ed by any instrument!

One of my favorite singers and songs

2010-01-01T23:17:00.000-05:00

A beautiful lullaby sung by a beautiful lady...Kathleen Battle!

Drummers Get a Great Workout!

2009-12-02T19:22:00.003-05:00

Rock drummers, some claim, are finely tuned athletes, as fit as any long-distance runner. But to get your head around that idea, you'll have to put aside all sorts of assumptions and stereotypes.

First, forget “Spinal Tap,” that hilarious mockumentary in which all of the band's besotted drummers perished mysteriously, such as in a gardening accident or by spontaneous combustion.
Forget, too, '70s icons John Bonham of Led Zeppelin and Keith Moon of the Who, whose extended drum solos were seemingly fueled not by a well-developed cardiovascular system so much as by, well, pharmaceuticals.
Consider instead: A recent study by two British sports scientists measured the heart rate, oxygen consumption, lactic acid buildup and peak endurance of Blondie drummer Clem Burke over a 10-year period ending in 2007 to find out just how much energy he used in a gig.
The researchers from the University of Chichester and the University of Gloucestershire found that Burke's exertion rate during a 1½-hour concert equaled that of a 10K runner or a professional soccer player. His heart rate averaged 140 to 150 beats a minute, reaching as high as 190 beats. He burned an average of 600 calories per performance and averaged about 2 quarts in lost fluids.
In short, banging on the skins is quite a workout. “Live rock drumming performance relies heavily upon the interplay between aerobic and anaerobic energy systems,” Smith wrote on the researchers' Web site, www.clemburkedrummingproject.com.
By Sam McManis • McClatchy Newspapers • November 26, 2009

Another kind of chanting

2009-10-14T00:02:00.002-04:00

Most of the chants that I teach are Native American but I do love this kind too. What do you think?

Have you participated in a drum circle?

2009-10-06T18:59:00.003-04:00

Drumming circles are a lot of fun and also can be very healing. There's something that's just so cathartic about picking up a drum with a nice resonant voice and letting loose on it! There's no right or wrong in a drum circle and everyone can do something different and it's OK! Usually we try to start and end together, but other than that, it's mostly free-form.

I'll be doing weekly drum circles at Healing Music Enterprises on 2720 Frankfort Avenue and would like to invite YOU! There's no charge but I'll ask for a love offering of your discretion. Bring your own drum or use one of mine. Family drumming on Saturdays at 1:30-2:30, adult drumming from 2:45-3:45. Please let me know if you will be there! Thanks!

Chanting and Meditation

2009-08-21T22:26:00.006-04:00

People have been chanting for thousands of years. They have also been meditation for thousands of years. The two go hand in hand.

Recently there has been a lot written about the Law of Attraction and the amazing things that can result when this law is understood and practiced. Because I do believe that this is true and that it works beautifully when applied, I offer to you for your consideration and your use!

The Law of Intention and Desire: Inherent in every intention and
desire is the mechanics for its fulfillment. Intention and desire in the field
of pure potentiality have infinite organizing power. When we introduce an
intention in the fertile ground of pure potentiality, we put this infinite
organizing power to work for us.

I will put
the Law of Intention and Desire into effect by making a commitment to take the
following steps:

1. I will make a list of all my desires. I will carry this list with me wherever I go. I will look at this list before I go into my silence and meditation. I will look at it before I go to sleep at night. I will look at it when I wake up in the morning.
2. I will release this list of my desires and surrender it to the womb of creation, trusting that when things don't seem to go my way, there is a reason, and that the cosmic plan has designs for me much grander than even those I have conceived.
3. I will remind myself to practice present-moment awareness in all my actions. I will refuse to allow obstacles to consume and dissipate the quality of my attention in the present moment. I will accept the present as it is, and manifest the future through my deepest, most cherished intentions and desires.
Daily Inspiration"When there is no more separation between 'this' and
'that,' it is called the still-point of the Tao. At the still point in the
center of the circle one can see the infinite in all things." -- Chuang Tzu

The Serenity Prayer Chant

2009-08-04T19:41:00.003-04:00

Many people who are in recovery from alcoholism, drug addiction, complusive eating or compulsive gambling, repeat the "Serenity Prayer." In some communities, the Serenity Prayer has been set to melody and is chanted, sometimes with the accompaniment.
The nature of chant is that it's repetitive, rhythmic, and has a narrow vocal range so that the average person can chant it. I would say this fits that description!

Native American Chant CD

2009-06-21T23:10:00.002-04:00

With its thunderous drums and high-pitched chants, Native American pow-wow music is intense enough to scare away the uninitiated. Yet there are also gentle, soothing, and healing songs in the Native American tradition, and it’s this type of … Full Descriptionmaterial that is the focus of COME TO ME GREAT MYSTERY. With Native American artists Doug Foote, Lorain Fox, Thirza Defoe, and others on board, this compilation is filled with prayers, invocations, and songs that sound like blessings and benedictions. The presence of synthesizers and contemporary production flourishes may irk hardcore traditionalists, but these additions will make the album accessible to fans of relaxing New Age music.
Track List01. Come To Me Great Mystery - Thirza Defoe02. Hear My Prayer - Doug Foote03. Hue Hue - Lorain Fox04. Beauty Way - Allen Mose05. Calling To The People - Thirza Defoe06. I Am The Beginning And The End - Dorothy Tsatoke07. Prayer From Above, A - Doug Foote08. Kaio Kaio - Lorain FoxDownload with Mediafire

Healing Vibrations of the Harp

2009-05-15T22:23:00.003-04:00

What do you think the most healing instrument is? Many people believe that it is the harp. A frequent reason that is given is that the harp is held next to the heart and that the plucking motion creates unique vibration that stimulates nerves in a way that promotes accelerated healing. It makes sense to me, but how much do YOU really know about the harp?

Ask a random person off the street to describe a harp, and they are likely to describe a huge and bulky instrument. All harps are not equal though. They often differ in both size in type. But where, exactly, did this seemingly simple instrument come from?

The harp is an ancient instrument, having been around since as early as 2500 B.C., that continues to be a major force in the modern-day musical world. This instrument has evolved in many ways in the last four millennia. The different harps have come from and evolved from Egypt, Ireland, and many other places and cultures. Harps such as the diatonic, triple-strung, single-action pedal, chromatic cross-string, and the double action pedal have been used.

The kinnor, which is an ancient instrument played by King David as told in the Old Testament, is often confused with the harp. The kinnor is actually a type of lyre. However, the first true harp can be traced back to ancient Egypt.

In Ancient Egypt the earliest evidence of a harp dates back to as early as 2500 B.C. These harps were actually bow shaped or at a very small angle, which forced them to have a small number of strings. Due to the lack of a column for support, these harps were unable to support very much tension. The first column appeared in Medieval Western Europe somewhere between the 8th and 10th centuries. These harps were known as the frame harps. This was also the very first harp to use a soundbox to amplify the sound from the instrument.

European harps differed from Irish harps and they were known as Renaissance harps. They had more strings attached to wooden pegs, and the pillar was thinner and less curved. These were known as diatonic harps.

The triple-strung harps appeared in the late 16th century after an invention of a double-strung harp. A triple-strung harp has three rows of strings and it was easy to play and amplify. The single-action pedal harp was designed in 1720. This harp was a combination of a diatonic harp and a single-strung harp but included new features currently known as pedals. This harp only included five pedals though, while the harps today use seven.

Other harps that were designed off of the earlier inventions exhibited amazing improvements from the diatonic and the double-action pedal. These harps were constructed in the early 1800s.

The harp is a beautiful instrument that many people love to play and listen to as the strings resonate. Although the history of the harp dates back all of the way to 2500 B.C., they are still played today and rank among other fine and quality instruments.

Article Source: http://babyboomerarticles.com

Whether you are a novice or master harpist, you can find all the instruments, supplies and music that you need to succeed at the Sylvia Woods Harp Center (www.harpcenter.com/). Discover the magic of the harp. The author, Art Gib, is a freelance writer.

Interesting History of Vibrational Healing

2009-03-25T22:47:00.001-04:00

Vibrational Healing Massage Therapy was first created in 1981 by Patricia Cramer, the founder of the World School of Massage and Advanced Healing Arts in San Francisco, following four years of intensive study with Pierre Pannetier, a specialist in Polarity Therapy. In founding vibrational massage, Cramer incorporated the philosophies of polarity therapy into her previous therapies grounded in massage, athletics, dance, tai chi, light therapy, aikido and meditation.
Cramer’s studies in polarity therapy led her to the belief that the human body is a system of polar opposites similar to the Chinese concept of Yin and Yang. According to polarity theories, most people become entrenched in one polarity instead of experiencing a full range of living or a balance of polarities. The result is an energy imbalance. When the body’s vibrations are restored to a balanced state, energy flows freely and one can move easily without discomfort. Trauma often occurs in individuals when there is imbalance. Cramer’s goal in vibrational healing massage is to treat the body as if it’s a musical instrument in need of fine tuning.
Read more: "Vibrational Massage Healing Therapy: How VMHT Restores the Body's Natural Balance and Flow" - http://spa-treatments.suite101.com/article.cfm/vibrational_massage_healing_therapy#ixzz0Ap9FYROYRead more: "Vibrational Massage Healing Therapy: How VMHT Restores the Body's Natural Balance and Flow" - http://spa-treatments.suite101.com/article.cfm/vibrational_massage_healing_therapy#ixzz0Ap9FYROY

The Connection Between Breathing and Peace

2009-03-23T14:34:00.003-04:00

No matter what is going on in your life, you can always take a moment to focus on your breathing.

When you find yourself in a tense situation, for example, you may notice that you are holding your breath.
Putting your attention on your breathing can help you relax and immediately be in the here and now.

This practice, found in many spiritual traditions, is often referred to as mindfulness, being present, or living in the now.You may ask, since we're breathing all the time, why do we need to practice it?

What we're practicing is conscious awareness of the breath. Then breathing becomes a concentration exercise that not only focuses the mind but brings many healing benefits as well. - John-Roger with Paul Kaye -(From: Momentum, Letting Love Lead - Simple Practices for Spiritual Living, p. 61)

Singing and happiness: what's the connection?

2009-03-11T22:33:00.003-04:00

In her blog post today, Marci Shimhoff writes about the power of singing as a path to happiness! Marci says "For the first time in history, we know that happiness isn’t an abstract emotion; it’s a physiological state that can be measured" As a clinical musicologist and speaker, people ask me all the time if it's more healing to sing or play an instrument or listen to favorite music on CD or iPod. The answer is SING!! That is the natural, God-given musical instrument and the one that stirs vibration and healing in our bodies. We also tend to sing the music that we love most and that is therefore uniquely healing to our bodies! I could go on and on, but I won't. Just don't forget to sing a little every day. Sing in the shower or the car or while you're walking the dog. Even humming or whistling can be powerful!

The vibrational properties of different instruments

2009-02-19T23:21:00.002-05:00

Music healing is a very unique process for each person. That is why it's so important for healers to have not only a strong musical training, but also a good foundation in psychological, physiological and emotion healing. Our musical tastes are very personal and are a lifetime in the making. It's interesting because most of the music I've really loved during my life, I still love, but things I didn't like when I was younger, I've developed an appreciation of, if not a strong love of. Since becoming a music healer I've made a concerted effort to familiarize myself with more different kinds of music.

When I first started doing a lot of public speaking, many people would ask me what the most healing intrument was. At that time I would often repeat what I had read: that the harp was the most healing instrument for many people because it's held next to the heart and it's vibrations are considered to be universally healing...after all, that's what angels play, right?

Now I think it varies greatly. Some might like soft, classical piano music, some might prefer an Indian flute, some might perfer voices. There is no right or wrong. As my mother once said to me when I was trying to help her choose music for her surgery "Alice, just choose whatever you want as long as it's not "Nearer My God to Thee!" My mother has a great sense of humor which is extremely helpful when healing from a serious condition, which she definitely had.

Vibrations and Sounds in Nature

2009-01-27T14:51:00.004-05:00

Today I received this post from my friend Jodi. She has an awesome blog entitled "God is a Verb." This is just an excerpt, to see the entire post go here.

“The three great elemental sounds in nature are the sound of rain, the sound of wind in a primeval wood, and the sound of outer ocean on a beach.” ~ Henry Beston ~
"I have always loved the sound of water. When I stand on the sandy beaches of oceans, the rhythmic rise and fall of foamy waves lapping at my feet reminds me of the power contained in the mysterious unexplored depths of our planet. When I rest on the banks of a roaring river, I am mesmerized by the rushing waters that tumble over stones as they weave towards some distant connection. When I hear a motor boat cutting through a lake, stirring up a huge wake that ripples out in rounded peaks, I feel warm and content inside. When I sit and listen to the musical twinkling sounds of water fountains, I sense an inner peace that quiets even the most persistent thoughts racing through my mind. When I hear gentle spring rain pounding rhythms on my window pane, I become mellow and romantic. "

Why do the sounds of nature have this effect of us? It's the vibrations! All of these sounds; waves lapping, brooks babbling, and rain tapping on the window all create unique vibrations and most of us have pretty powerful associations with those vibrations. Sadly, there are people who have negative vibrations associated with these very same things. Vibrations can go either way depending on what has been previously associated, if anything.

When you're out in nature, pay attention to which sounds you really enjoy and which ones you don't care for as much. Just recently, many people have told me that they really don't care for birds very much. Several cited the Alfred Hitchcock move "The Birds." Others just said they she birds as noisy carriers of the "bird flu." How do YOU feel about the sounds of nature that you hear? Which ones do you enjoy, which ones do you not care for?

Vibrational Healing: It works!

2009-01-09T22:41:00.003-05:00

Vibrational healing is a process whereby vibrations are introduced or transferred into a human being’s physical and energetic bodies, so that the vibrations which have become unbalanced in the human physical or auric body are adjusted. This is based on the idea that illness or disease in the human and auric body is characterized by blockages and imbalances. These blockages and imbalances causes a cell, organ, system, or energetic body to slow it's vibration. Slow vibrations result in disease (dis-ease) or illness. The process of vibrational healing adjusts these unbalanced vibrations.
To be healthy, an individual needs to have a high rate of vibration in their physical and auric bodies. This vibration is nourished in many ways including what we think, feel, believe, see, hear, smell, touch, eat, drink, breathe, and are exposed to. As an individual becomes ill their rate of vibration lowers. As the rate of vibration lowers the individual becomes more susceptible to other negative energies and invaders and the cycle of poor health becomes self-perpetuating.
Many internal developments affect the rate of vibration of a human body. Each cell, organ and system has its own vibration. Each emotion that one feels, creates a separate vibration in the human body; each thought we have creates a unique vibration; each color has its own vibration; every sound carries its own vibration; each smell has its own vibration.
Many external factors affect the vibration of the human body. We are bombarded with electromagnetic frequencies that can influence the vibrational rate of our physical and etheric bodies. Each household appliance, television set, cell phone, microwave oven is sending out these vibrations. Mother Earth is surrounded by various electromagnetic grids that can also affect our vibrations. Underground water can also disrupt the healthy vibration of the human system. And finally, there are many entities which can rest in our auras, homes and offices which can seriously affect our rates of vibration. The following provides a more detailed description of what can affect our vibrations and a brief look at different types of vibrational healing.
The relationship between the body, emotions, mind and spirit is not always with us. The additional mystery of the relationship of Mother Earth and the broader Universe is also never ending. It’s quite fascinating to realize that the human body is able to automatically balance the complex world of internal and external vibrations and find its own equilibrium. Illness occurs when our vibrations become unbalanced and this equilibrium is disturbed.
Different Types of Vibrational Healing
Vibrational healing has been used for thousands of years in ancient civilizations. Egypt is said to have used sound and color for healing and that many of their healing centers had special rooms devoted only to healing with color and sound. The Chinese have used acupuncture, another form of vibrational healing, for centuries.
In the United States today, acupuncture is becoming a much more common method for dealing with illness. Reiki, another form of vibrational healing is being practiced by many energy practitioners in North America and Europe today. Homeopathy is another form of vibrational healing. This uses the principle of "like cures like" and introduces minute amounts of certain substances at varying energy levels to activate the healing vital force of the human body. A simple form of hands on healing is another form of vibrational healing. An individual places their hands so that their vibration which is stronger, is transferred into an individual who has been weakened or fatigued. There are many other examples of vibrational healing which work effectively.

excerpted from http://www.mkprojects.com/fa_WhatIsVibrationalHealing.htm

Christmas Drumming on Frankfort Avenue?

2008-12-04T17:16:00.003-05:00

Yes, I've decided to do a Holiday Drumming for peace and serenity on December 21st at my office on Frankfort Avenue! I read about carol sings and traditional Christmas holiday music but decided we need to have some drumming and chanting too at this time of year!

I think I can accomodate about 25 people if we overflow out into the hall. We could even do it in the hall I guess! As you know, I have 8 or 10 drums but invite you to bring your own drum or rhythm instruments! I'm asking for a $5-10 donation but if that if prohibitive, please come anyway!

Hope to see you there! It will be from 7:30-9 on Sunday, December 21st. Please call me at 419-1698 to let me know you'll be there!

Thanks y'all!

Alice

Vibrational Healing: A Matrix of Tools

2008-10-22T10:49:00.002-04:00

Have you heard about "vibrational healing?" It's really not too mysterious. When I first learned, years and years ago, that everything in the universe is vibating all the time, I was amazed! But then, that's what childhood is about. Once you understand that atoms and molecules are constantly moving at a microscopic level it makes sense. Yes, trees, rocks, plants and animals, even humans are made of atoms and molecules that are in motion 24/7. Then I was told that each of our organs vibrates within a certain range of vibrations per second and that when an organ is in a state of "dis-ease" it vibrates faster to begin the healing process, I was again amazed. Who knew?

I don't have long today to go in depth here, but just be aware that toning, chanting and drumming are all easy ways to get the vibrations really humming along and create healing and wellness in your body and in your life. Want more info about this: Go to www.healingmusicenterprises.com/products.html and there you'll see my eBook on "Drumming for Health, Wellness, and Fun" as well as a download of an hour-long workshop on "Toning and Chanting!" These healing tools are very easy to pick up and use. Why not get started??

Difference between Toning and Chanting

2008-07-24T19:38:00.005-04:00

Vocal Toning is different from traditional chanting, and allows for more flexibility and creativity. Because it is hard to drum and sing at the same time, you may find that vocal toning is easier than chanting. Instead of using words we use tones (such as om, ah, hey). Vocal Toning is about releasing. Toning in a circle with others is empowering. You will feel inspired by the others in the group. Using tones instead of words allows the mind to relax and take a rest from thinking. This allows the brain to be refreshed. After each session, you will find yourself feeling totally energized! The combination of vocalizing and drumming has a dramatic effect on your mind and body. If doing both at the same time is difficult, an option is to alternate. With a little practice you may be able to do both simultaneously.

Did you know that Dr. Cash has an ebook called "Drumming for Health, Wellness, and Fun?" It's one of her best-selling and most popular products. To get it NOW click HERE. You're going to love it and feel the difference!

Vibroacoustic Chairs for vibrational healing

2008-06-28T23:15:00.001-04:00

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alleviating physical pain and creating a space for deep meditation.

The Advanced Technology Transducers deliver the vibration so cleanly that the brain interprets the stimulus as Sound, not Shaking and are the heart of the InnerSoul Sound Chairs. The chair has excellent sound and full body vibration and is a wonderful delivery system for Vibroacoustic Music and Vibroacoustic Therapy. It works extremely well for whole body vibrational treatments such as VAHT (Vibroacoustic Harp Therapy) and Sound Therapy.

Sound Massage Chair - the sound gently permeates the cells allowing massage from inside as well as out.

This chair has soft, comfortable leather pads. The manual hand controlled reclining feature allows for easy gliding of your body into the Zero-Gravity position at the touch of your fingers.

Is drumming therapeutic?

2008-05-28T08:49:00.004-04:00

Is drumming therapeutic? Needless to say, I think it is. Recently I've been using it in my counseling sessions at Crescent Hill Counseling/Healing Music Enterprises for anxiety management and self-esteem building. In both cases, it helps to calm and focus the patient and put them squarely in the present. A wise person said that anger is about the past and fear is about the future. Life is lived in the present and want to spend most of out time there.
In most cases, the patient has never drummed before and feels fear and anxiety about even trying. However, I hand the patient a large, lightweight djembe and ask them to match my simple right, left slow beats (demonstrated at right). After a few minutes I ask the patient to continue this slow, steady pulse and I slowly begin to add sub-divded beats and eventually a little syncopation. After 5-10 minutes, the patient is visibly calmer, feeling more confident and smiling broadly. Give it a try!

Toning, Chanting and Drumming with Holistic Nurses

2008-04-28T23:00:00.003-04:00

Last week I spoke to the the KY Holistic Nurses Association and taught them about te many benefits of toning, chantingand drumming with patients. Several of the nurses were already experienced in toning, chanting and drumming many interesting questions were asked about music and sound with death and dying. I told them about the "Chalice of Repose Project" at St. Patrick's Hospital in Missoula, Montana and how many hospices now employ music and music therapy, often administered by nurses, chaplains and even volunteers!
I willbe speaking again to their state convention next month, May 17th at IUS. I'll do three consecutive workshops starting at 2:30. The public is invited!

Vocal toning for your sonic spring cleaning

2008-04-10T21:49:00.002-04:00

About this time of year many of us begin to think of Spring Cleaning. The weather is getting warm, doors and windows are staying open more and there is a strong desire to sweep away the accumulated dust, dirt, and pet hair that gathered over the winter. But have you thought about doing that for your body? Thanks to the powerful technique of vocal toning, we can get the “cobwebs” out of many of our body systems.Think of your Respiratory system: over the last six months you might have had two or three common colds. You might have even had the “flu.” Sitting or standing with your legs about shoulder’s width apart, take a deep breath from the bottom of your lungs and exhale it very slowly on the syllable “ah” using a tone that is comfortable for your voice. Probably 4 or 5 deep breaths and exhalations on “ah” each morning and evening will begin to clear the lungs and also the mind. Now lets take the Circulatory system: many of us like to hibernate during the winter and not even stick our noses out if the temperature is below freezing. Therefore, our bodies and our circulation find it hard to get going when Spring first appears. Try some toning on a slightly higher pitch and the syllable “ehhhhhhhhhhhh.” At first just try it sitting in a chair or on the side of your bed. Then as you begin to move around in the morning, continue the toning on that syllable. You’ll find yourself beginning to feel strangely invigorated and more motivated to begin your day happily. Finally let’s look at the Musculatory-Skeletal systems. Again, winter has done a bit of a number on us and we’re feeling (I’m feeling!) a bit creaky. Every time before you get up from sitting or lying down, take a deep breath and as you lift your body from its resting position, take a deep breath and let it out slowly on the “ouuuuuu”(rhymes with shoe) vowel. When you’re ready to sit again, tone on “ooooooo” (rhymes with toe). You’ll find the soreness disappearing faster and the joints feeling more limber. I do this most every day lately and am beginning to feel the benefits of my “Sonic Spring Cleaning.”

Want to go deeper with toning and chanting?

2008-03-13T22:25:00.003-04:00

Hundreds of people have been reading this blog since I started it a little over a year ago. Many of you have been in my classes and workshops and are now teaching it yourself to peers, colleagues, students and family. People are so fascinated and impressed with the power of tone and chant that they asked me to create an online class. This class is ready now and I'm offering it for only $47 for all five lessons. The lessons include step-by-step instruction as well as video clips and audio clips of me and my students toning and chanting. If you want to learn more about toning and chanting, sign up for the class HERE. You can't lose because there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if it's not everything you expected! Toning and chanting are as ancient as life on this Earth. Learn this simple technique and start calming down and relaxing in a way you never thought possible!!

The "Grandmother Drum"

2008-02-09T00:30:00.000-05:00

Rhythm is powerful; rhythm is the universal language, then toning, then chanting. What do you think?

How can toning and chanting assist recovery from addiction?

2008-01-24T19:49:00.000-05:00

Are you or someone you know in recovery from drug,alcohol, or other addiction? If so then you're probably aware that "The Serenity Prayer" is an integral part of a 12-step recovery program. We've talked about toning a lot in this blog, probably more than chanting, but I wanted to introduce you to a chant that is base on the Serenity Prayer. As Thomas Aquinas said "he who chants prays twice." Try listening to this chant several times in a row and then try doing it yourself when you're upset, angry, or tempted to give in to addictive behavior! And let me know if I can help you!

Have you tried Toning and Chanting?

2008-01-05T23:11:00.000-05:00

I think most of know that music is an ancient form of healing, calming, soothing and of course, entertainment. Have you tried toning and/or chanting? I have been teaching these two techniques for nearly two decades and thousands of people in my classes and seminars have reported that toning and chanting are now part of their daily wellness routine. Why? Because they are easy to learn, easy to practice and unbelievably powerful. I even have a CD that will guide you through these techniques or you can get the same program with a simple download.
Toning and chanting are ancient techniques that anyone can learn. They are useful for chronic pain, anxiety management, depression management, looking inside for answers and addiction withdrawal.
I'm also excited about coming to YOUR town and presenting a workshop on this topic for your organization or club. To learn more about this program or buy the CD or download, go to www.HealingMusicEnterprises.com/products/toning_chanting/toning_chanting.html
As always, call me at 502-419-1698 with any questions.

Chanting and Singing all through the holidays

2007-12-14T14:13:00.000-05:00

This is a wonderful and fun video of acapella singing that I think you'll enjoy...sent to me by Don Campbell, author of "The Mozart Effect." Enjoy!

Happy Thanksgiving: Let the Vibrations Begin!

2007-11-21T22:23:00.000-05:00

Yesterday was Thanksgiving and many Americans enjoyed the healing vibrations of delicious food and loving conversation with family and friends. Can "non-musical" vibrations be healing or can only music be healing? I believe that the world is made of vibrations. A key element of what makes certain vibrations more healing than others is the intention behind the vibration. If food is prepared with love and energy is expended with love then the result is healing vibrations. I think we know this intuitively because something as simple as a smile or a need or a pat on the back can do wonders for both the giver and the receiver.

Think about that this holiday season. You don't have to give expensive gifts, buy fancy foods or go to expensive concerts (although I enjoy doing that if possible!) in order to enjoy the healing vibrations of the season and of every day! I offer this very special healing music package to you:

http://www.HealingMusicEnterprises.com/listmailings/Thanksgiving_Special_2007.htm

Please keep your eyes on all my blogs this season for tips on using music to enhance every aspect of holidays and the family experience!

Kid's Drumming Circle a Big Hit

2007-11-04T23:09:00.000-05:00

Yesterday I led a children's drumming circle at the Unity Church in downtown Louisville. It was part of the Rainbow Healing Festival and we had an awesome drum circle! The was one little boy there who was 3 and 1/2 years old. He had been very quiet through the first 30 minutes or so. I kept introducing chant after chant and finally he said "I know a song." We were thrilled that he wanted to teach us his song. Turns out it was "Old McDonald" done in pow-wow style! It was really cool. Then an 8 or 9 y.o. girl said that she knew a song she'd like to teach. Again, we were all thrilled that she was participating and going out on a limb. Turns out hers was "Moonlight Sonata" by Beethoven! We asked her to sing a little of it (and of course it has no words) and so she began playing one drum beat to each note she hummed. Sure enough, she was humming the Moonlight Sonata! I never thought I'd hear that at a drum circle but it was a beautiful thing! When's the last time you went to a drum circle??

Vibrational Healing at the Beach

2007-10-13T18:55:00.000-04:00

I spent a wonderful week in Florida at the end of September and couldn't help but noticing the soothing, calming, lulling sounds of the sea, the birds, and the wind through the seagrasses and palms. To me, the beach and the ocean pretty close to Heaven. If you've heard my lectures and workshops at all, you know that I always talk about the music of nature being the original music of our planet. My trip to Florida and Lido Key definitely felt like what early humans must have experienced at the shore. We have very old artwork of various media showing people at the seaside...Greek, Roman, South Pacific, American Indian and from all over the world.
When you're feeling stressed out and anxious, try putting on a recording of ocean waves and all the accompanying healing sounds.

Chanting and Toning at Clemson University

2007-09-16T21:39:00.000-04:00

Saturday afternoon I had the thrill of doing something I had not done in about 50 years!! I went to Clemson football game and it was soooo much fun! Clemson was playing Furman University and I was in town a few days earlier delivering the John C. Calhoun lecture at Clemson! Since there just happened to be a home game that week-end, I thought I'd try to catch that. To my delight, the Strom Thurmond Institute arranged for me to be in one of the beautiful, air-conditioned boxes and so I watched the game in luxurious comfort. The picture in the upper right corner is me sitting in the part of the box that had cushy chairs, delicious food and drink and a big screen TV. The rest of the time I was actually watching the game out of the beautiful big windows and enjoying the excitement of a Clemson home game!
Not surprisingly, Clemson won and a good time was had by all! I even won a beautiful potted plant there--a little rubber tree!

Oh, and by the way, the crowd was toning and chanting throughout the game. Everytime when they would kick off, the crowd would go "OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!" and when they were about to make a touchdown, the crowd was chanting C-L-E-M-S-O-N T-I-G-E-R-S! Both, perfect examples of the power of toning and chanting!

Toning and Chanting for Recovery

2007-08-31T20:52:00.000-04:00

Today, people talk a lot about "being in recovery." Usually, this refers to 12-step recovery for addictions such as alcohol, drugs, gambling, spendingor even sex. One of the common threads in recovery is the cravings to do an illicit substance or activity.

From my experience as a therapist for people in recovery, I believe that toning, especially, can be a powerful tool for getting through the cravings of early recovery. After working with recovering folks for nearly 20 years, the consensus is that it really does work!

For more information and instructions on how to tone, read this blog from the beginning as well as visit my regular site: http://www.healingmusicenterprises.com/.

The link about will take to you to a download or a CD you can purchase of a live workshop I conducted recently. Give it a try!

Just how powerful is your voice?

2007-07-22T22:55:00.000-04:00

Recently I did a presentation in San Diego for over 2000 professional speakers. When the program was over, people were flocking to me, asking if they though they could use the vocal toning process to improve their "Charisma Quotient." When you practice vocal toning, you go to a whole new level of control and awareness of the multitude of subtleties possible within your voice. As a music lover you are acutely aware of speaking voices that soothe you, grab your attention, or annoy you instantly. Physicians are usually tuned into to the patients tone of voice, the vocal volume level and the speed at which they describe their illness. As a therapist as well as a musician, I gather loads of information about a new client at their first session, simply from what their voice tells me in addition to the words they use. The voice is powerful, totally independent of the singing voice. Consider working on your voice by doing some simple toning for 5 minutes, a couple of times a day. You can order my toning CD or you can set up an appointment to learn more about this, either by phone or at my office! Hope to see you soon!

Chantdoc returns from toning presentation in San Diego

2007-07-14T17:16:00.000-04:00

It's hard to believe that the big trip to NSA is over and I'm back in Louisville. Teaching 2000 people to tone was a real high and a profound joy. I wasn't sure what the reaction was going to be since vocal toning is just not something that you run into every day, but I'd say that 99% of the audience really got into it and were all very excited and enthusiastic to learn a technique that is so easy and yet so powerful. On the last night, at the banquet, they had Dale Irvin, who is a "professional summarizer" and comedian, to summarize the general sessions from the conference. He had a good time lampooning the toning session but he did it in a very good-natured way and, as they say, there's no such thing as bad publicity! So many people were fascinated by the information that 10 minutes of vocal toning is equivalent to 5 mg of Valium, that I think the NSA members will definitely learn to master this simple technique. Now who wants to learn toning? I have a CD or a download of a toning workshop so rush to the link above and get your download or CD now!! You'll be glad you did!!

Chantdoc makes her NSA debut in San Diego!

2007-07-11T18:10:00.001-04:00

Here I am in beautiful San Diego and yesterday was the big toning and chanting debut at NSA!! (The National Speakers Association's Annual Convention)I've beenlooking forward to this for almost two years and it finally happened yesterday! I don't have a lot of time right now to tell you all about it and my computer battery is rapidly running out of juice, but suffice it to say that, in front of 2,000 people, I had everyone toning and chanting and many people say they are now "believers" in the power of tone and sound vibration to calm and focus and energize and intergrate the mind, body and spirit! What more could I ask?? More later! Alice

Final Free Class Ends with a Bang!

2007-06-30T21:32:00.000-04:00

This afternoon we had our final toning, chanting and drumming class at Healing Music Academy. There were six of us and we learned how to tone, chant and drum in a way that was fun, healing, and easy! Listen to the excerpt below and you'll get a little taste of what we did today!

Penultimate Class in Toning and Chanting Has a Blast

2007-06-23T22:08:00.000-04:00

This afternoon, was the next-to-last free toning, chanting and drumming at Healing Music Academy. We really had a wonderful time and actually got around to doing toning, chanting, and drumming in addition to some lively discussions on music with autistic children, music with surgery, and music with preemies and pregnancy. Sure wish that YOU could have been there. Is it on your calendar for next Saturday afternoon? The final class will be from 2-4 at our classroom, 2518 Frankfort Avenue. Hope to see you there!

Toning, Chanting, and Drumming Class focuses on new technique

2007-06-16T22:33:00.000-04:00

Do you know what "skeletal humming" is? Well neither did the students who attended my free class today, but they do now! Skeletal humming is a technique I learned when studying with Dr. Alfred Tomatis. It is a process whereby you actually turn your own spine into a human tuning fork by vibrating first your teeth, then your jaw, then your skull and then down your spine. It is quite an amazing process and is done for the purpose of "charging your brain"!

We have two more free classes left; please try to make it there if you can!

Mind-Body Healing with Vocal Toning

2007-05-26T19:24:00.000-04:00

This afternoon we had our fourth free toning and chanting group at Healing Music Enterprises in Louisville, Kentucky. The group was very eager to understand all the many things that toning can do for an individual. We reviewed the five different primary vowel sounds, the three postures, and the three pitch ranges. We also reviewed the difference between toning with eyes open and eyes closed. The power of toning continues to amaze me. Within two minutes of moderate toning on an "OOOHHHH" or "AAAHHH" we all agreed the we were as calm and relaxed as if we had taken 5 mg. of valium! Toning is powerful. It is the best way that I know of to catapult yourself directly into the present and out of the past or future.

If you live in the Louisville area you are cordially invited to our final four classes which will be every Saturday in June from 2-4 PM. No experience is necessary. Bring a drum if you have one. If you don't, I have several. Just let me know that you're coming please! Hope to see you there!

The Power of Toning for Vibrational Healing

2007-05-10T14:05:00.000-04:00

I've been doing a lot more toning recently and am powerfully aware of what a mind-altering experience it is. For example, in our last toning group I asked everyone to just do some slow, deep breathing for two minutes. I set my watch in front of me and we all did slow, deep breathing for two minutes...those two minutes moved soooooooooo slowly and we all agreed we were thinking about how much time had elapsed, primarily. Then I asked the group to add a tone to that slow deep breathing for another two minutes. We did that and could not believe how fast the time elapsed! Why is that? I believe that when you tone like that, your mind and body absolutely disappear and you are in an altered and healing state of mind and being. What do you think?

Second Class Learns Skeletal Humming

2007-04-28T23:04:00.000-04:00

Well, our second free toning, chanting, and drumming class was today and we all had a great time! We did lots of toning today and even ventured in to some skeletal humming. The class proved to be naturals for skeletal humming and the room was buzzing with vibration!

One of our members brought in her beautiful, huge crystal singing bowl and played it for us and again, the room was alive with vibration. We all commented that the bowl seem to take on a life of its own.

Our next class will be MAY 19TH. Look forward to seeing you then! Feel free to invite a friend (or two) if you'd like but do let me know in case I need to reserve a bigger room. Remember to go to the blogs or www.babyboomerarticles.com and enjoy some Google ads!

See you in three weeks. Feel free to post your comments and questions on the toning and chanting blog: www.toningandchanting.blogspot.com.

Keep the music flowing!

Toning and Chanting Classes Begin

2007-04-22T22:01:00.000-04:00

Yesterday we started he first in a series of FR*EE classes at Healing Music Enterprises in Louisville, KY. I think it went very well and we covered the introduction to toning, chanting, drumming and music healing. The group at this first class was exceptionally musical and the toning was absolutely beautiful. The drumming and chanting were pretty good too and because I felt they could handle it, I gave them a hefty assigment to report on next Saturday!

The class will meet on April 28th from 2-4 and then again May 19-end of June. If you're still wanting to join the class, let me know so I'll have enough chairs and handouts! Hope to see you there next week!

Weekly toning & chanting group beginning in Louisville, KY

2007-04-09T20:45:00.000-04:00

In preparation for opening the National Speakers Association conference in San Diego this July, I've decided to offer a weekly toning, chanting, drumming and music healing group on a weekly basis. I would like to invite all my friends, neighbors and other aquaintances a chance to meet weekly for two hours and learn about toning, chanting, drumming and music healing techniques.

If you, or anyone you know, is interested in this, please email me immediately at chantdoc@healingmusicenterprises.com and let me know whether Saturday or Sunday afternoon from 2-4 PM would be better for you. Location will be somewhere in the Crescent Hill/Highlands area. Donations to Healing Music Enterprises will be accepted but there will be no charge. I'd like to start this week-end April 14/15.

Space is limited so please get back to me as soon as possible!

Clear the cobwebs: Spring Cleaning with Vocal Toning

2007-03-25T21:37:00.000-04:00

Did you know that you tone at some point most every day? "No I don't!" you say, but you really do! For example, I just finished a fabulous dessert of mango sorbet with raspberries and whipped cream. Now that was one delicious dessert and you can rest assured that I was going on and on with my "UMMMMMs" and "ahhhhhhhhhhs" and "OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOs." I was expressing a wide range of pleasure with long vowel sounds, repeated at different pitch levels and held for various lengths of time. Was I doing it to practice my toning? Of course not. I was just expressing my pleasure at eating this delicious dessert.

Think of all the ways you express yourself with long, vowel sounds: seeing a newborn baby:aaaaaawwwwwwwww; seeing mouse run across your kitchen floor: eeeeeeeeekkkkkkkkkkk! Sitting down after standing on your feet for a long time: oooooooohhhhhhhhhhh. When you make these long vowel sounds you oxygenate your body and charge your brain. It's good for you and we do it spontaneously many times a day.

Now, think about doing it intentionally! You can order my CD toning program or sign up for my course! Do it today. You'll feel better and you'll feel happier!

I'm going outon a limb here

2007-03-07T10:37:00.000-05:00

As you know, I was in Las Vegas this past week-end for a family wedding. I'm not really a fan of Las Vegas but we did have a great view from our hotel room. That's about all I can say. Im going out on a limb to say that I heard many people in the casino chanting the old casino chant "please, please, please" and "come on, come on snake eyes." Do these chants work? Well, they must do something for the folks that are repeating them over and over and over. Chant has to do with putting people into a "zone" and when one is gambling, I suppose they need to go to that zone to feel they are doing their best to align with Lady Luck. I don't know, what do you think?

Toning with Your Valentine

2007-02-16T11:40:00.000-05:00

Many people simply do not realize the power of vibration in a romantic relationship. Of course there is a little device that uses the a variant of the word vibration (blush) but did you know that you can make your partner feel really good just with tone and sound vibrations? Try toning on each other's necks, backs, chests and anywhere else that inspiration suggests. You'll probably be pleasantly surprised!

Sound Healing for Valentine's Day

2007-02-06T23:28:00.000-05:00

Valentine's Day is just around the corner and the air is full of different expressions of love! People talk about "good vibrations" but it's true, we can feel good vibrations coming from people, from songs, from gifts. Everything that exists is made of molecules and atoms and since molecules and atoms are constantly moving around, everything is actually vibrating...even though we can't see it. The way those vibrations are felt or perceived by you has a lot to do with the intent of the person, the song, the reasons the gift was given.

Vibrations can be healing, they can also be damaging. This year let's all send out positive, loving, healing vibrations.

Can you feel the good vibrations?

2007-01-26T23:16:00.000-05:00

I think we all know that music makes us feel better. And better than listening passively to music, is actually makeing the music yourself. Singing, humming, whistling, playing an instrument or dancing to music. They all make us feel better. Why? Well, there are lots of reasons from brain chemicals being released to the vibrations that massage our bodies from the inside out! Next time to listen to some favorite music or make it yourself, put your hands on your forehead, your cheeks, the back of your head or arms and legs. Can you feel the good vibrations?? I'll bet you can!

What about the chanting at the Bowl Games?

2007-01-04T21:25:00.000-05:00

What is your definition of chant? Many people think automatically of Buddhist chant, Gregorian chant, or Native American chant. But guess what, the "cheers" that fans chant at sports events are also a type of chant. They fit the definition: "chant is a positive statement repeated over ad over in a rhythmic fashion for the purpose of raising energy for a group or an individual." Can you imagine going to a sporting event that didn't have cheerleaders and fans jumping up and screaming and yelling to encourage the players to play their best and win one for their team? Can you imagine how boring it would be without a pep band? Think about it! It's yet another form of vibrational healing.

Well, did you experience vibrational healing today?

2006-12-25T22:34:00.000-05:00

Today was Christmas around the world! Yesterday, there were concerts of gorgeous music of all kinds. At my church, in addition to a beautiful choir, we had a choir of brass instruments, a violinist (my daughter!) and lots of drums! I was sitting very close to the tympani and the congas and it was fantastic! I could feel the vibrations from everything as we sang "O Come All Ye Faithful" and other great Christmas hymns. At the conclusion of the service, I felt re-energized and as vibrantly alive as I've ever felt! How about you??

Vibro-acoustic therapy

2006-12-05T12:28:00.000-05:00

As you may know, I was in Boston this time last week, doing a presentation for Indian Hill Music School. Someone in the audience asked about vibro-acoustic therapy and it's use for hearing impaired people. Vibroacoustic therapy is powerful because these folks can participate in drumming and any sort of performance where they can feel the vibrations and thus the rhythmic power of music. Evelyn Glennie is a phenomenally talented musician (percussionist) who was born deaf. She performs all over the world both solo and with orchestra and has had numerous compositions written for her. When I heard her in Louisville several years ago she played barefoot but in total concert attire. It was one of the most powerful musical experiences I have ever had.

If you know or work with people who are hearing impaired please let them know about the power of vibroacoustic therapy!

Toning and Chanting with Hypnotherapists

2006-11-15T20:52:00.000-05:00

A few week-ends ago I did a presentation for a delightful conference of hypnotherapists. Their theme for the week-end was sound healing I participated in the first two days of workshops and sessions. They were all really excited about the power of tone and chant to lead people into an altered state that is safe and helpful. Toning and chanting are ancient methods of healing that anyone can learn and begin to utilize immediately. Want me to come to your town or city? Just contact me through my website www.HealingMusicEnterprises.com and we'll set it up! See you soon?

Todays' Drumming Workshop

2006-11-05T23:52:00.000-05:00

Today at Healing Music Enterprises we had an awesome drumming workshop with guest music healer, Phyllis Free. We had a room full of people in the seminar room and many were first-timers at a drumming event. The drumming and rattling reached a fever pitch several times and many students reported great releases of sadness, anger, fear and other unwanted emotions.

When we added toning to that formula, the students reported feeling as though they were in a place of peace, tranquility and serenity. Several students said they felt empowered, harmonized, and as though they were having fun for the first time in a long while.

For those who live in the Louisville area, stay tuned for info about upcoming Drum Circles. You'll be glad you did!

Drumming for Vibrational Healing

2006-10-29T00:30:00.000-04:00

Have you ever participated in a drum circle? It is really a lot of fun and frequently has healing benefits. Playing a hand drum is something that anyone can do and when you have an experienced facilitator you feel energized and empowered at the conclusion. Next Sunday, November 5th, I will be hosting a drum circle facilitated by Phyllis Free. The drum circle is free but will be limited to 20 people. We will also be videotaping this drum circle in order to put it on my website as an instructional video. If you're interested in learning how to drum for health, wellness, and fun, call 419-1698! Thanks!

What is Chant Anyway?

2006-10-11T21:13:00.000-04:00

People ask me on a regular basis what chant really is. Not to be confusing or evasive, but chant is actually many different things. Generally speaking, chant is a spoken or sung melody that is usually fairly short, usually rhythmic and usually repetitive. The words are usually affirming a belief system, such as in Gregorian, Buddhist, or Native American chant. Chant can also be spoken as in sports cheers. They are often repeated over and over. Think of the Atlanta Braves or the FSU Seminoles. They chant what they believe to be Indian-sounding chant and they do it over and over.

Whatever chant people do, they feel more connected as a result and they feel more committed to a common cause whether that be winning a football game or committing to be a better person. If you want to learn some easy chants, you can get my program on toning and chanting in CD, tape, or MP3 download format. Check it out!

Top 10 Reasons to Tone and Chant

2006-09-28T08:21:00.000-04:00

When you've never heard of toning and chanting, it could sound kind of strange. What is it all about? In this day of skepticism around traditional Western medical care and drugs that we were told were safe but that are now getting pulled off the shelf, people are searching for non-chemical interventions. Toning and chanting are ancient tools for modern healing, pain relief and benefits you might not know about!

Here are my top ten reasons to tone and chant:

10. Have a fabulous inner massage
9. Soothe a throbbing headache
8. Loosen a tight neck
7. Jump-start healing on scratches and abrasions
6. Create an immediate bond with a small group of people
5. Stop obsessive, addictive thinking
4. Empower small and large groups of people
3. Calm and soothe anxiety and jangled nerves
2. Energize a sluggish body and mind
1. Learn healing tools that are powerful, versatile and non-invasive!

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What do you know about vibrational healing?

2006-08-24T00:25:00.000-04:00

Most Americans really don't know that much about vibrational healing, but the Eastern hemisphere of the planet assumes that healing takes place through vibrations. We all emit energy as long as we are alive. It is a fact that everything in the world is vibrating at a certain speed. This is because everything is comprised of atoms and molecules at some level. We know that all of our body organs vibrate within a certain range of frequencies when they are healthy. When they fall into a state of "dis-ease" they vibrate faster in an effort to heal themselves. We can also speed up vibrations with our voices, with bells, gongs and crystal bowls and even with machines that will emit high-pitched and extremely fast vibrations. This speed up healing and is an ancient method even though it is not widely known here.

How can you learn to tone?

2006-08-05T22:12:00.000-04:00

Toning is an ancient tool for healing, calming, and energizing. Toning is basically the addition of tone or sound to the exhaled breath. There are numerous ways to add the sound, but I believe the easiest is to use the five vowel sounds. In addition, I recommend doing these sounds in a standing, sitting, and lying down posture (one at a time!) and also, try doing these combinations with eyes open and eyes closed.

The best way to really understand this is to go to my website, www.HealingMusicEnterprises.com, and listen to the clip of me toning. I also have a tape, CD, or download you can buy and tone along with the group of people I am teaching on the tape.

Toning is a powerful tool for healing and I urge you to take advantage of this simple, effective process.

Toning for different purposes

2006-07-09T11:35:00.000-04:00

Toning is simply the process of putting sound to the exhaled breath. It can be done effectively in standing, sitting, or lying down positions. When I teach toning, I simply use the five vowel sounds (one at a time!) and I suggest a sitting position. One takes a deep breath and then slowly releases it on "aaahhhhhhhh" I've been toning for nearly 15 years so I can make my exhale last for about 30-40 seconds. don't be discourgaed if you can only do 5 or 10 seconds. Like any physical skill, it takes training.

There are many reasons to tone but the simplist reason is just to relax and give your body an inner massage. I recommend toning for only 5 minutes at a time in the beginning. It can be increased eventually to 10 or 15 minutes, but just remember that it should never hurt.

I'll continue this tomorrow.

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Welcome to Toning and Chanting!

2006-07-05T16:28:00.000-04:00

Toning and chanting have existed from the dawn of civilization and humans have known intuitively that they promote healing and good health. Why? There are more reasons than I can enumerate here, but part of it is the simplicity of toning and the fact that, when combined with intention, healing is easily begun. Of course once must understand that healing is not necessarily “curing.” Healing is the amelioration of symptoms and the establishment of hope and empowerment in the patient. Powerful tools. We know that all of life is vibration; that is nothing new. What is new is the instruments that can measure vibrations so fast that we can now put numbers to them. For that reason we can know at what speeds healthy organs vibrate. When they fall into a state of “dis-ease” like the liver of an alcoholic or drug addict, they begin to vibrate faster in an effort to heal themselves. Amazing? Yes, but take a look at this! This is an actual photograph of cancer cells that are shrinking as a direct result of sound and vibration.

In addition, the power of intention by a group of people or an individual, to begin the healing process, is crucially important. If millions of people have toned and chanted for millennia, there must be something to it! There are several important books on toning but the one I would recommend first is a simple little book called “Toning: the Creative power of the Voice” by Laurel Elizabeth Keyes You can also hear an example of toning on my website by going to http://www.healingmusicenterprises.com/clips.html. It’s the 2nd clip down under audio clips. I also have an entire tape of toning and chanting you can purchase it at my HME Shoppe. The title says “for addictions” but the process is the same no matter what the purpose. Toning can be done either alone or in a group and can also be used as a form of distant healing. Toning is an ancient and sometimes spontaneous process. Give it a try! You have nothing to lose!