HOW TO PIANOBATHE, TONE & MEDITATE

Top tips for the best benefits…

1) Sit or lie down comfortably with a blanket, eye cover or any extra comforts - as you enter deep relaxation your body temperature will drop, so keep warm. Turn phones off and minimise any noise disruption. (Alternatively work out, do yoga or dance to the music, it's your Pianobath!) Be near the volume button if possible. just in case you need to tweak to the volume, or turn off at the end.

2) Listen on the best speakers or headphones you have available to maximise the sound healing benefits, at a volume you find immersive but not too loud. Headphones give a more intimate feel, but speakers will give more resonance in the body from the music vibrations.

3) You'll know you're near the end when you hear a minute silence followed by the gentle ringing of Koshi bells. Feel free to stretch and slowly come round, or continue as long as you wish in a deep relaxation. The playlist automatically plays the next Pianobath or Meditation when it's finished.

4) Pianobath - A Pianobath is an immersive music experience (the first of its kind in the world), with exquisitely hypnotic piano and vocals that will utterly transport you, and leave you feeling uplifted and with a profound sense of peace. A Pianobath has many relaxing pieces, but mixed in with some powerful and more dramatic numbers, that can take you on a journey. For a completely chilled vibe, try the Pianobath Zen tracks. Simply sit, or lie down, get cosy and warm, and let Pianobath do the rest. choose from a single track (10 mins) to full Pianobath (60 mins). Some are combined with Toning or Meditation (after a 30-second silence, so don't worry it hasn't switched off!). You'll be in a really receptive state after your Pianobath to benefit from these add ons.

5) Toning & Humming are incredibly healing techniques from yogic traditions, that i've combined with Pianobath music. Toning uses short vocal tones (based on vowel sounds), and the Humming tracks use simple humming. Let the immersive piano and vocal harmonies wash over you, balancing both body and mind, if you just want to listen. Or to harness the power of your the most healing instrument in the world, your voice, yes!! join in with the toning (copy the vocal tone at the beginning, breathing at your own pace, toning or humming either on the note you hear at the beginning and throughout, or any note you prefer, copying the sound or humming - remember the important thing is just to feel the vibrations in your body, and let them work their magic!) To increase the power, hold an intention in your mind, eg love, peace, forgiveness, whatever you need at the time. Alternatively focus on a part of your body that needs some attention, love or healing. Place your hands there is that helps. We all use different modalties to connect to intention, so explore what works for you. It may be a colour, it may be sensation, or imaginary smell. Some of the tracks above are linked to the body’s energy centres, or chakras. Again, this is just a suggestion to direct your intention, but feel free to interpret the tracks your own way.. As a rule the lower the tones the lower the energy centres in the body will vibrate. But energy and attention is intelligent and will go to where it is most needed - trust in the process, too. See the posts on Toning and a full Chakra guide at Blogs.

6) Meditations - these all use the beautiful Pianobath music and melisma vocals in the background. and they’re refreshingly down to earth and contemporary. The Meditations are designed to soothe your troubles, and bring a deep sense of peace, perfect as a daily tonic or an aid to sleep. Powerfully healing choose the theme and length of meditation that suits you.

7) Try to take it easy after a longer Pianobath or a powerful Toning. Drink plenty of water afterwards and, if possible, rest a little. The effects of the sound healing can be strong, but will always be beneficial, as the body and mind release and regroup. Let any emotions come out in the next few days, and listen out for any signs or opportunities, too, as your intuitive senses are sharpened.

Most importantly, enjoy! Penny X