What is a Singing Bowl?

Our singing bowls are all hand beaten and we source them in Northern India and Nepal - traditionally they are made with 7 different metals - each one attributed to a planet in our solar system. They are used for relaxation and meditation and are very calming when they are played.

What is a singing Bowl Used For?

Tibetan singing bowls are a type of bell that vibrates and produces a rich, deep tone when played. Also known as singing bowls or Himalayan bowls, Tibetan singing bowls are said to promote relaxation and offer powerful healing properties. Buddhist monks have long used Tibetan singing bowls in meditation practice.

What is the Meaning of Singing Bowl?

A singing bowl is a particular kind of standing bell that is inverted and played by rotating a mallet around the outer rim in order to create a resonant, musical note. It can also be played in the more traditional way by simply striking the edge of the bowl. They range in size from just a few centimeters to a meter across.

As well as being used for making music, singing bowls have become popular with yogis. They may be played during a yoga class or to rouse the class from savasana. They may also be used in meditation or healing practices.

How do Singing Bowls Work?

Toto play a singing bowl, one must either strike the bowl or rub the rim with a stick. The action taken with the stick is the first step in creating sound with a singing bowl, this creates vibrations. These vibrations create the sound we hear and can feel when holding the singing bowl. As you continue to rub the rim of the bowl, the friction keeps the sound going. This is called resonance. Resonance is the note we hear even after the player stops contact between the singing bowl and the stick.

To make matters a bit more complicated, the note we hear can differ between singing bowls and sticks. Most singing bowls are made from a mix of bronze alloy of either copper, tin, zinc, iron, silver, gold, or nickel. The material with which the singing bowl is made can change the sound, as can the stick.The size, shape and weight of the singing bowl can also affect what tones are produced. Cushions, rings, or other accessories also alter the sound of singing bowls.