A room with wooden walls decorated with a large circular target symbol, featuring plants, white crystal singing bowls, a wooden frame with rings, and small lanterns on the ground for a meditation or sound therapy session.

What is a Sound Bath?

Brian O'Donnell sitting amongst singing bowls, gong and other healing instruments with candles and smoke

A sound bath is an immersive listening experience that uses sound and vibration to guide you into deep relaxation, balance, and clarity.

You’ll simply lie down or sit comfortably while tones from crystal singing bowls, gongs, chimes, and other instruments move through the space. The layered frequencies help quiet the mind, release tension in the body, and restore a sense of calm.

At Ritual, every sound bath is crafted with intention — blending decades of musical experience with years of guiding people through yoga, meditation, and mindfulness practices.

Brian O'Donnell playing native flute on Ritual studio set with smoke and surrounded by singing bowls and gong

The Ritual Approach

Not all sound baths are the same. In a Ritual session, you can expect:

  • A curated mix of crystal bowls, gongs, chimes, and other instruments chosen for their unique therapeutic properties.

  • Sessions shaped around a specific intention — from deep rest to focus, emotional release, or energetic reset.

  • A welcoming, judgment-free space where there’s no “right” way to experience the sound.

You don’t need any experience with meditation or yoga. You just have to show up and listen.

Person playing a white crystal singing bowl with a mallet, part of a musical therapy session.

Why We Use Sound

Sound is one of the most direct ways to shift your state of being.

  • It calms the nervous system and reduces stress.

  • It supports emotional release and mental clarity.

  • It creates space for stillness in a busy world.

Whether you’re seeking stress relief, help with anxiety, a deeper meditation practice, or simply a moment of peace, a sound bath offers a safe, accessible way to reconnect with yourself.

Ritual instrument selection of Crystal bowl and rain stick

What to Expect

Before: We’ll begin with a short introduction and optional intention-setting.

During: You’ll be lying down or seated, eyes closed, as sound moves around you — sometimes gentle and meditative, sometimes deep and resonant.

After: Many people feel lighter, calmer, or more clear-headed. Some experience emotional release. Everyone’s journey is unique.

Experience a Sound Bath with Ritual

Before you join us in person, here’s a chance to immerse yourself in the sounds that have helped countless people find deep relaxation, clarity, and connection.

This 50-minute sound bath is designed to guide you into a state of calm and presence. Find a quiet space, use headphones or quality speakers, and allow yourself to simply be.

🎧 Tip: For the most immersive experience, close your eyes, focus on your breath, and let the layers of sound wash over you.

Every Ritual sound bath is unique — shaped by the moment, the space, and the people in it. This recording is just a glimpse of what’s possible when we gather in real life.

FAQs

  • Not at all. Sound baths are accessible to everyone. All you need to do is show up, lie down, and listen.

  • Most people describe it as deeply calming or even transformational. You may feel physical vibrations, emotional release, or a meditative stillness.

  • Just wear comfortable clothing. Some people bring a yoga mat, blanket, or eye mask to feel more at ease.

  • Yes, generally — but if you have a medical condition such as epilepsy, sound sensitivity, or a pacemaker, it’s always best to consult your doctor first.

  • Ritual sound baths are typically 45–90 minutes, depending on the setting and intention.

  • Each session may include crystal singing bowls, gongs, chimes, drums, tuning forks, or other therapeutic tools — all selected with intention.

Every Ritual sound bath is an invitation to restore, recharge, and realign — whether you join us for a private session, a group event, or a corporate wellness experience.