How To Play Crystal Singing Bowls: Beginner Lesson

This is a brief introduction on how to make soothing sounds with the crystal bowls for beginners. These instruments can be used for sound therapy and sound meditation when played well and with musicality.
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Andrea Cortez, MM, MT-BC, is a board certified music therapist who uses the power of music to create positive change in the listener. Her work focuses on how rhythm, harmony, and other elements of sound can help improve the health of our mind, body and spirit. She is also a sound artist, composer and sound meditation teacher. In addition to working individually with people, her work encompasses playing music with both animals and plants demonstrating the presence of music as a fundamental structure in the entire natural world. She founded Mind Body Music Center, a sound therapy studio, where she is based in Austin, TX.
👉🏽👉🏽Find Andrea's sessions, classes, and events at: www.mindbodymusiccenter.com
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[@itsleiahunter]

Thank you so much. This video stopped my rubber mallet from sounding like it was scrapping the bowl just by a simple adjustment!

[@AndreaCortez]

That's awesome! 🙏🏽

[@deborahthomas4033]

I'm so glad I watched your video. I've been giving my bowl a hard whack right on the rim and when it stops vibrating I'd do it again. I thought that's how it was done! I'm glad I never broke it! Thankyou!

[@kyleehays7997]

Thank you! I was looking for a simple beginner’s guide 🖤

[@AndreaCortez]

No problem, I do offer 1:1 online beginners lessons too, in how to use at home and how to facilitate groups :)

[@gloriasnyder5140]

Thank you 💞 Just ordered mines

[@suzannedelores6181]

So helpful, and soothing. Thank you 🌟 😊

[@hibiscusfreak]

Thank you, this was very helpful.

[@user-rj8pp1qq2n]

Thank you for this video! 💚🙏

[@OneChance9942]

Sound healing is real!!

[@twocoolcatsandadog]

Thank you. Love this. 🤍

[@ambratesori2239]

I am just starting, a d your video helped a lot. Thank you so much.

[@Phoenix121078]

Tank you for you Lessen of playing. ❤

[@AndreaCortez]

Thank you for watching!

[@cosettekehoe3812]

I love all your videos. Thank you for you kind guidance, and beautiful energy

[@AndreaCortez]

Thank you for listening 🙏🏽

[@rafailkarivalis1915]

Thank you very much Andrea for this informative video!!!Blessings to you

[@AndreaCortez]

🙏🏽🙏🏽 You are welcome ☺️

[@Soul-Energy-Janeal]

Thank you

[@inthepinkconsultingboutique]

thank you great instructions the sounds are so soothing

[@AndreaCortez]

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[@ClinicalCounselingWithTselane]

Thank you!

[@estefanie_morena]

wonderful thank you

[@anniejean-pierre2147]

Thank you so much 😊 for this tutorial. I truly appreciated it 🫶🏾🙏🏾 just getting started myself 🦋🦋

[@AndreaCortez]

a fascinating journey 🧘🏽‍♂🙏🏽💕

[@sunsta]

Thank you for sharing your insights and skills ❤❤❤

[@AndreaCortez]

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[@JillianAdams28]

Thank you so much! So appreciate your time in care in demonstrating. It was a gift.

[@AndreaCortez]

Thank you, means a lot to hear! 🙏🏽💕

[@here5D]

Just that little bit I feel so relaxed 😅💞✨👽

[@AndreaCortez]

🙏🏽 wonderful

[@alexisoraliaa]

Thank you! Loved this video

[@AndreaCortez]

thanks for watching 🙏🏽

[@theesoulgasm]

Thank you so much for sharing

[@AndreaCortez]

☺🙏🏽

[@royalqueen1427]

Thank you I learned alot in just a little bit of time... 🙏🏾grateful for this video 🙌🏾✨✨✨🙌🏾

[@AndreaCortez]

Thank you for watching ☺️

[@eveskincare2846]

Thank u great explanation 💚

[@mindbodymusiccenter5415]

Thank you for listening 💕🎶

[@estherbarneveld313]

Thank you 🙏🏻🌟💗

[@AndreaCortez]

☺️🙏🏽🌿

[@sarahvasquez6494]

Ty!!!

[@TheLonelyLeaf.]

Very cool.

[@SaffyFoo]

Thank you 😊

[@AndreaCortez]

You're welcome 🙏🏽

[@christopherr7195]

Sweet gong!

[@s.du.740]

Thank you so much ❤️! This was really wonderful 🥰. Will have my bowls by the end of this month. Looking forward making some divine music. Sending you many Blessings ❤️🥰

[@AndreaCortez]

Wonderful! 🙏🏽

[@theconcreterose222]

This video was so helpful 🙏🏾 Thank you so much

[@AndreaCortez]

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[@Christina-zr8lz]

Ty 🙏🏻💙🙏🏻

[@AndreaCortez]

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[@galacticgrape1939]

The way you demonstrated is lovely and clear.Thank you. You are helping me decide if this is the way I am being called,or to the handpan.

[@AndreaCortez]

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[@Monica-bj5co]

Thank you so much!!

[@AndreaCortez]

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[@KyraSimoneofficial]

Thank you 🤩

[@AndreaCortez]

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[@brendacuevas4676]

Thank you for a simple introduction. I have experience with the Tibetan bowls, but looking in to venturing in to Crystal Bowls.

[@AndreaCortez]

The Tibetan bowls are beautiful, more complex frequencies! 😍 Crystal bowls are nice to drone with the Tibetan bowls.

[@maskedamender]

Thank you so very much for this wonderful video!! incredibly helpful!!

[@AndreaCortez]

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[@maskedamender]

@@AndreaCortez 🙏💕😊

[@rachelsspaceyogabreathsoun7954]

Thx soo much this was super helpfu!

[@AndreaCortez]

wonderful 💫

[@tonyafinch3915]

Hi thankyou so much I was looking for a beginner's guide I have been using a singing bowl with my mum as a relaxation tool she has breast cancer and is awaiting surgery after treatment damaged her heart we are hoping the deep relaxation and vibrations will help her to heal we have just ordered a set of crystal bowls and this is a really great beginners guide thankyou 😊

[@maryelizabethtardiff3170]

Wow that's amazing it sounds beautiful I want mine to sound the good

[@AndreaCortez]

🙏🏽💕

[@briannuckols9520]

Thank you

[@AndreaCortez]

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[@sisteryaya24]

Not I know why I stopped playing my new singing bowl. I wasn't doing all the things you are suggesting. I really didn't like the sound it made so I put it away. I just figured it was a bad singing bowl and maybe I got ripped off. I certainly wasn't doing everything in this lesson. I love your teaching and I'm inspired to try it again.

[@AndreaCortez]

It is not always easy to find a good bowl, so don't feel bad! I recommend starting with a lower pitch because it is more soothing, once you have more than one bowl you can integrate higher notes. Also the mallets are a HUGE part of making a nice sound. The suede mallets on the frosted crystal bowls sound noisy and gritty. I recommend the silicone mallet to get a smooth sound. ☺

[@Source_Singing_God_is_in_Us]

This was wonderful, thank you. I just took my first singing bowl out today. I love the harp too :) you are Divine :)

[@AndreaCortez]

Thank you 🙏🏽 may you find the blessings through sound ✨

[@Source_Singing_God_is_in_Us]

@@AndreaCortez Thank you Goddess ❤🧡💛💚💙💜

[@abreaguerrero1316]

Where did you but yours im looking for a medium size

[@annakaminska6884]

Great video. Thanks! ❤🎉 Hubby also very like

[@evrimaslan2490]

I hubby, yes i very like

[@kristenorourke2968]

This was very helpful. I just purchased a chakra set and am anxious to begin

[@AndreaCortez]

Wonderful! Reach out if you need any help learning, I offer virtual class too. ☺️

[@markeetaroane3]

@@AndreaCortez I'd like to take a class. I purchased a chakra set. Please let me know where to sign up

[@AndreaCortez]

@@markeetaroane3 Wonderful, please email me at [e-mail]

[@heal_thou_self6887]

Thank you for doing this video ♡ I'm just starting out with crystal bowl as a meditation tool.i use them in the end of my healing session for my clients but like to start doing g sound healing meditation..thus is so helpful thankyou 💖

[@akayk1928]

how is it going ?

[@justashleydenise]

Have you started your sound healing meditation journey? I am interested in that path and looking for feedback. Thanks :)

[@MrMindgiant]

Thanks you’

[@AndreaCortez]

🙏🏽🧘🏽‍♂

[@malisac3869]

I’ve been self learning. I wasn’t holding mallet right. Thank you

[@AndreaCortez]

Glad it was helpful ☺️

[@louisetrump3360]

So grateful for this video 🙏🏻🤍. I saw there are different tones 432hz 440hz, different sizes, materials… do you know where I can learn more before I buy my bowls? Thank you again🧡

[@AndreaCortez]

@louiseTrump Yes I offer individual private sessions virtually and I can help you select. Feel free to contact me MindBodyMusicCenter.com

[@gemsher78]

Your gong is gorgeous ❤

[@AndreaCortez]

Thank you, it's from Grotto Sonora 💛

[@gemsher78]

@@AndreaCortez ♥️

[@rickcunningham4747]

Hello Andrea how are you? Just wanted to say What a Beautiful video and how much I enjoyed watching it. I am new and recently purchased a Crystal sound Bowl in the c-note in the 432 Hertz, I would like to buy a low sounding bowl and wondered what notes would go good with a B note. Thanks so much all the joy happiness and Wellness in your journey...🙂🙃🙂😉💖

[@AndreaCortez]

Yes a G would sound nice with your B, you have to make sure that you get 432 since you already have this tuning. Also you have to make sure they are similar to perfect pitch not too sharp or too flat. A low bowl size would be around 9-10". You also want to select a lower octave. You can ask the store you are purchasing from but I also do give private classes to learn, thank you for watching ! 🙏🏽

[@yourclearpath]

@andrea, it’s great what you showed. What are the details of those 3 bowls?

[@AndreaCortez]

I missed this! They are C, G and F :)

[@ScorpioHPfan4eva]

Where did you find the bigger bowl, please? Also, what tune is it in? Thank you. I got all relaxed while watching the video. Haha! Thanks for this. Loved it! 🥰👍🏻😆

[@AndreaCortez]

These bowls are tunes to A= 440HZ. The big white bowl is a C4 ☺

[@KillerSilx]

Thank you for this helpful video! They sound so BEAUTIFUL! What size and note is the small bowl on your left? It has a Lovely low tone to it :)

[@AndreaCortez]

That's a G3, about 10" ☺

[@sole2soulyoga948]

Thank you for this . Can you tell me the difference between using the stick and the lollipop mallet?

[@AndreaCortez]

Different mallets will produce different sounds on your bowls. Now I prefer to not use the suede stick mallets because there are silicone mallets you can buy now that play much smoother tones on frosted crystal bowls. However the suede mallets do still work better on the gemstone bowls that are not frosted. The ball mallet can be challenging to use when playing with both hands so I would recommend 2 silicone stick mallets if you are playing on frosted crystal bowls.

[@Marie-zz1el]

If I have a mallet similar to your suede one but instead of suede it’s rubber, would I hold it the same as your suede one? Mine has rubber in the same areas as your suede one. Thanks for the video! Very helpful

[@AndreaCortez]

Yes you can hold it the same way if it looks like it's the same length. Holding it this way gives you control over your volume and tone. I do have another video that talks about different kinds of mallets and playing with 2 mallets that may be helpful for you. 🙏🏽

[@Bowdii]

Hi Thank you Andrea for the lesson. For starting out, where do you suggest buying bowls from?

[@AndreaCortez]

For crystal bowls The Om Shoppe based in Florida

[@cal.28]

Thank you for this!! Just wondering... has any of your bowls shattered before and are they easy to shatter?

[@AndreaCortez]

Hi! None of my bowls have shattered. But I have students that have had their bowls break while transporting them in the car. It's important to place them either in a case or upside down with padding when carrying them in the car. The frosted crystal bowls are pretty thick and the most durable ones. I have seen a bowl shatter from being played too loudly.

[@GreenIsBeautiful]

Hello, so happy I found this video. I would love to purchase my first signing bowl. 1. If I were to purchase one, which key / note would you recommend? 2. If I were to purchase two, which would you recommend? Thank you in advance!

[@AndreaCortez]

C4 (in 440hz tuning) perfect pitch , then G3 . Best to hear your bowls before you purchase!

[@deniserobinet2180]

Very nice sound. I bought a 10 inch 432 hz F bowl. I want to buy another 8 inch. I’m thinking A (higher) or C (lower). I like the sound of the smoky coloured one in your video-is that a C?

[@AndreaCortez]

Getting a C lower would be great. Make sure it is also 432 HZ tuned. My smokey one is an F#. It has a nice tone because it is a "crystal tones" bowl you can find them on SilverSkyImports. It is also citrine not frosted quartz so these have nice smooth tones.

[@camilomartinezgrez1263]

How can i play a bowl on the grass, do you suggest anything please and thank you namaste

[@AndreaCortez]

You can use 2 yoga mats placed underneath and bowls on top of the rubber ring they come with. If not sturdy enough put a book under the ring and bowl.

[@yoga_iaini]

Thanks for the video! Could you recommend any online shop to buy crystal singing bowls?

[@AndreaCortez]

yes Silver Sky Imports or The Om Shoppe. 👍🏽 You can request a video recording to listen before you buy. This is important.

[@bennguyen1313]

Does sound therapy work primarily thru the body (not the ears)? If so, what is the difference between generating the sound thru a floor speaker versus a bowl or tuning fork? Are the sound/vibrations from a crystal or metal bowl somehow different from the sound vibrations coming out of a speaker? Also any thoughts on those $1500 authentic hand-made Tibetan ("healing" or "therapy" grade bowl) that uses 7 different metals.. versus the more affordable machine-made ("Tourist" grade) metal bowls? Crystal / Quartz bowls? I've read that all bowls are in C-key/major (260hz), and the difference is in the pitch (B, A, G, F, E, D, C : 100hz-900hz)? Is it best for someone else to perform the sound-therapy on you, or is it just as effective to do it one self? Do you have any recommendations for a meditation practice/program? I see so many interesting ones, but not sure which could help me. Do you know if any of these are any good? Dr. Angelo DiLullo Gary Weber Consciousness Development Program or Velo-101 Jeffrey Martin's Finders Course Dave Asprey's '40 years of Zen' Cory Allen's Coming Home Light Watkins' Bliss More Alan Wallace's Wisdom Dzogchen Academy Rick Hanson's Neurodharma course 10% Happier / Joy-On-Demand Neural Agility track on RevitaMind Kirtan Kriya / Shiva Rea's Heart of Yoga I'm also interested in Brain Stimulation devices that may help with sleep / meditation.. like the Omniperf NeoRhythm, Muse S , Fluxwear Shift, Somnee , Erable's Frenz , Fisher Wallace Circadia, Huso Home 2 (which I believe uses Binaural beats (Schumann Resonance : 7.83 Hz alpha/theta), inHarmony Cushion )

[@altonetfillmore8370]

What mic system are you using? The sounds are very clear! Beautiful!

[@AndreaCortez]

This video was recorded with Zoom H8 camera and condenser mics that come with the camera

[@deniserobinet2180]

Hi Andrea, I have a 10” 432hz F and would like to buy another bowl. I like the sound of E, but am not sure if it will go with my F. Does it matter if I buy a 8” E vs a 10” E?

[@AndreaCortez]

An A bowl or a C bowl will match better than an E. F and E will create a 2nd interval and dissonance. Unless you have other bowls to bring out harmony I would get an A or C

[@rickcunningham4747]

8 inch B note 432 Hertz 🥰

[@thetruthislove273]

💗🙏💗

[@AndreaCortez]

thank you 🙏🏽💕💕

[@thetruthislove273]

@@AndreaCortez I love the way you teach/approach the bowls 💖

[@AndreaCortez]

@@thetruthislove273 thank you! I hope to put some new bowl instructional videos up soon ! 😍

[@thetruthislove273]

@@AndreaCortez I would be so grateful! Also, if you ever decided to do a live class I would love to pay money energy 🙏

[@AndreaCortez]

@@thetruthislove273 That's a great idea, I could do a Live class here on KZbin. I'd enjoy doing that! I do have monthly classes online, not to learn how to play but practicing sound meditation. And here is the link to those classes www.mindbodymusiccenter.com/calendar?view=calendar&month=06-2021 ☺️ But I will see how I could do a Live here for learning to play 🙏🏽

[@user-pe9qx4yk4l]

Hello, what note is the bowl directly in front of you in this video?

[@AndreaCortez]

an A4

[@pb.pb.pb.pb.]

Thank you so much! I may do some classes with you, but the only thing is I would prefer in-person, but I live in NY (unfortunately and fortunately 😁). But maybe some Zoom classes would be good to start. There are some places around me, but I love your page and style, and from this video I love your vibe. I have always been told by my mother that I have sensory processing disorder. I suffer from anxiety and panic, since 5th grade. Then some drug abuse really messed me up, on and off for years with the anxiety/panic. I am in the process of doing a lot of work on myself right now and sounds have always been so soothing and healing and calming to me. I believe (and I hope) that sound healing can be one of my answers to heal my mind, body and spirit. I want to buy some of these bowls. Do you have any suggestions where to buy them online? I also think I need some good deep sessions of sound baths being done to me, but I would love to learn how to do it myself so I can practice whenever and continue to heal. Thanks again! Peace and love -Paul

[@AndreaCortez]

Yes you can look online at www.theomshoppe.com/beautiful-crystal-singing-bowls/ for crystal bowls ☺

[@pb.pb.pb.pb.]

@@AndreaCortez Thank you!

[@greciasanchez9817]

@@AndreaCortez do you do classes for the harp?

[@AndreaCortez]

@@greciasanchez9817 I do offer classes for harp! And it is learning by ear without having to read music.

[@jeffersonalta2725]

i have a question i hope you’re kind enough to answer it but i wanted to ask what is that circular plate around you called? the one that is behind you

[@AndreaCortez]

That is a gong. It was made by Grotta Sonora

[@maryelkhair9608]

Thank you Andrea this was helpful, I'd like to purchase my first 3 bowls to use in my yoga classes. I was recommended C, G and D. But also told whatever sounds good to me. Can u recommend 3 bowls to start with? Thanks a lot!

[@AndreaCortez]

If you start with 3 bowls, I would start with C, E, and G. The G in the lower octave than the C will sound really nice. That is a G3. I would recommend getting them tuned in 440hz it is easier to accumulate and match other instruments. You want to build harmony in your instruments, so yes you want what sounds good but you need to also buy according to music theory of harmony.

[@spqcam6126]

What note or chakra is the bowl on your left attuned to?

[@AndreaCortez]

It is a G3

[@TauniSzabados-hl1bi]

Where do you get your bowls? How do you learn which ones to pair together?

[@AndreaCortez]

There are a couple of online places I recommend. SilverSkyImports.com I offer classes in how to choose bowls and how to harmonize them (combining them to create music).

[@erikameilutyte6546]

What sort of crystal bowl is the one on your left please? I am looking for a lower pitch singing bowl and still learning. Thank you x

[@AndreaCortez]

It is a crystal tones bowl made of citrine. But you can get a quartz , less expensive, a G in the 3rd octave and it will sound nice and low.

[@deniserobinet2180]

Hi Andrea, would an 8” G go well with a 10” F?

[@AndreaCortez]

These two notes will create dissonance when played together so I wouldn't focus on these notes together unless you are adding it to a larger set like with C, E, and A.

[@saganhuxley]

Is there a more sturdy/secure base you can recommend versus the silicone rings?

[@AndreaCortez]

I'm not sure but you can see if there are thicker or wider rings for bowls on Amazon or an online bowl shop.

[@saganhuxley]

@@AndreaCortez Thank you! 🙏🏽

[@miayang3208]

How do I know what HZ my bowls tuned? Thank you😇

[@AndreaCortez]

Hopefully this information of whether they are tuned to 440HZ or 432HZ was provided with your bowls. This needs to be known when you purchase. But if you can't find that information you can buy a tuner, like a guitar tuner called a Snark. This tuner will adjust to either 440 or 432 HZ and you can check your bowls this way. I also offer online classes if you need help understanding which notes you have.

[@brittcardoen9162]

What are the notes you play here? The tones I mean (for example: E, F,…)

[@melodyr7146]

What note/chakra is the tan bowl?

[@AndreaCortez]

That is a G note in the 3rd octave. The notes matched to chakras is something that is a bit of a gimmick for marketing. Although sound can help chakra energy it is not accurate the way they have been matched to a musical note.

[@jenhop13]

Can you please recommend what is the best brand for 432hz crystal set. I have been researching for days and cannot figure out what brand or place to buy from. I’m on Etsy amazon etc can you please help?

[@AndreaCortez]

I must have missed this! I would recommend The Om Shoppe for buying bowls. Also 440 HZ and 432 HZ have equal benefits, neither is better. Although there is marketing proposing 432 is better, what is more important are the spaces between the notes and the harmony.

[@abreaguerrero1316]

Where can I purchase one large singing bowl

[@AndreaCortez]

try SilverSkyImports.com

[@Poopoo77373]

How am I supposed to close my eyes and meditate while doing it? Is it easy to do it with eyes closed?? Sorry if this soudns dumb lol. I just dont wanna have to use technology to meditate but make the music myself

[@AndreaCortez]

Yes this is good, to make your own sounds for meditation. There are many types of meditations with eyes opened, like tai chi and qigong movements. So it really depends on what your goal is for your meditation. Yes if you close your eyes you can reach deeper relaxation states more easily. Playing several bowls at once with eyes closed is very hard But you can still calm your mind, relieve stress, and create a peaceful feeling while playing the bowls with eyes opened! Another idea is to play 1 or 2 bowls only and then you can play with eyes closed. I highly recommend playing with 1 or 2 bowls then adding voice with chant or vocal toning, this is a very powerful meditation. I may have to do a podcast on this and video. Good topic!

[@BarryGrueter]

I’m just getting into playing. What 3 note bowls did you use in this demonstration? Thanks 🙏

[@AndreaCortez]

I am using a G, C, and an A. Most important is to buy bowls that harmonize and have a 5th or 4th interval. I offer private classes to learn, you can find this at MindBodyMusicCenter.com thanks!

[@BarryGrueter]

@@AndreaCortez I purchased a 8” A, 10”E and a 12”D - notes. Hopefully they will harmonize with each other? What do you think? Thanks 🙏

[@AndreaCortez]

@@BarryGrueter Your A and E bowl may be a 5th but it also matters which octave they are in. I won't be able to tell without knowing the frequency. Your E and D will create dissonance so it matters the technique you use to play and order of playing them to lessen the dissonance.

[@BarryGrueter]

@@AndreaCortez I requested them to be in 440 HZ because I play other instruments and hope to incorporate them together 🤔. I really appreciate you sharing with me 🙏

[@BarryGrueter]

Just to let you know I just subscribed to your channel and hit the bell 🔔 🙏

[@sunnyshahi3652]

Where to buy these crystal singing bowls

[@AndreaCortez]

You can buy them at www.silverskyimports.com but the darker bowl is not quartz, it's citrine. They are "crystal vibes" bowls on that website too.

[@retgehgsbh]

I have a question on adding water to the bowls to tune the pitch. will it damage my bowl in any way? is there any reasen why this would be a bad idea? and thank you for the video it was very helpful

[@AndreaCortez]

Water in a crystal bowl will not damage the bowl. But the tuning for the pitch will probably not change much. You can put water in a Tibetan bowl but of course not to leave it that way as it is made of metals and will not be good for the bowl.

[@retgehgsbh]

So I'm meaning if the typical range of my bowl is not 342 measuring it with something like a accelerometer as i add water I could tune it to 342 so I'm guessing this is not common practice. And thank you I appreciate your previous reply.

[@AndreaCortez]

@@retgehgsbh Do you mean 432HZ? This would be the pitch A at 432HZ. I recommend to buy bowls that are tuned to 440HZ. Using water to change the tuning is not effective for bowls

[@user-zr5nk3kw2f]

I have experienced severe low back pain after playing the bowls. I have tried to keep bowls close but I still have to lean a bit. This is the problem, leaning. Any suggestions? Thank you.

[@AndreaCortez]

I keep 2 main bowls on either side of me and I sit on a cushion that keeps my spine straight. It is really important to not over reach for your bowls. Also playing a smaller set. Sometimes people try to play 7 bowls at once and that isn't necessary. The main bowl that I keep as a constant droning bowl is to my side so I don't have to sustain singing other bowls for too long at a time. Hope that helps!

[@user-zr5nk3kw2f]

Thank you so much Andrea! You've been really helpful. I will rearrange my bowls. And no more leaning! 👍🥰

[@skyessencewithlove]

What is the tone of each of the bowls you are working with. The one in front of you, to your right and left?

[@AndreaCortez]

The small in front is an A, then a G and C. Working with intervals is how to create harmony. So if you get a bowl you want to know which octave it is in to make the intervals.

[@skyessencewithlove]

@@AndreaCortez Thank you so much. I have a 10" in D for sacral chakra. Trying to figure out what would be two others would complement it. Not able to get a whole set but three could be manageable. Blessings...Sky

[@AndreaCortez]

@@skyessencewithlove Hi Sky, 3 bowls is totally enough to create harmony. You have to be careful when adding bowls to what you have. They need to be in the same tuning, usually 440HZ or 432Hz most common . And you want to make sure they are in tune with each other, some bowls are very sharp or flat off of perfect pitch. I do offer private virtual class if you need guidance on that. Thank you for watching 🙏🏽

[@marymyers6551]

I do know this video is 2 yrs old. I have 1 singing bowl, how many is best to start using at once

[@AndreaCortez]

It is good to have 2-3 to start and making sure they are in tune with eachother and harmonize together

[@luciegroen6369]

Hello 🤗 thank you for this video! Do you mind sharing what is the bowl on your left / on the right side of the screen ? I adore the sound 😊 Thanks 🙏

[@AndreaCortez]

It is a G3 from SilverSkyImports.com , made of citrine

[@charliebianhua]

very soothing, andrea! may i ask what inches these ones are. ive never done it before and i want to place my order asap.

[@AndreaCortez]

Yes they are 11", 10", and 8". It's a good idea to make sure they are in tune and in harmony with each other.

[@user-sm6kq2dl9l]

Which notes are these three bowls please?

[@AndreaCortez]

C, G, and A

[@jessicatrutwin3859]

What notes are you using in this video?

[@AndreaCortez]

Hi I am playing C and G on the sides and an A in the front. My C and G are creating a 4th interval because my G is a lower pitch than the C. But you can create a 5th interval which is a great interval to use, if you have a C lower than the G. Intervals are very important in playing to create best harmonies.

[@cynthiamorris612]

What size is the citrine? Can you order with specific tone? I suppose that is C?

[@cynthiamorris612]

Also what is the pitch? 430 or 432? I loved the citrine sound could you kindly provide more detail? I would like to get that one

[@AndreaCortez]

@@cynthiamorris612 The citrine is about 12", it is a G in the lower octave. I bought mine from SilverSkyImports.com You can listen to the recording on their site to make sure it is a lower G.

[@AndreaCortez]

@@cynthiamorris612 It is a G note at 440HZ tuning. That means it is tuned to standard tuning and will be in tune with other instruments. But that is not it's own frequency. You want to listen for which octave range you want your G. Middle C is C4, so you may want either G3 or G2.

[@mettajennifer]

Are there any vegan alternatives to the suede mallets?

[@AndreaCortez]

Yes. There are silicone mallets you can get at SilverSkyImports.com They actually sound much better on the frosted crystal bowls.

[@mcbuble-secure]

thanks fo r sharign may i know the notes and the size of the crystal sing bowl please thanks

[@AndreaCortez]

The largest bowl is about 12" it is a C, the small bowl in middle is about 8" it is an A, the medium bowl is about 10" it is a G. Bowls come in different octaves so just knowing the letter won't mean it's the exact frequency as mine here, and mine are tuned to A440 HZ.

[@vanitakedare8283]

अग ये बाई पहील. ते‌ वाजवून‌दाखव.

[@feliciau3368]

Sounds like a C bowl

[@Gods501]

Thank you!

[@ll-qq9qr]

Thank you

[@user-pe9qx4yk4l]

Hello, what note is the bowl directly in front of you in this video?

[@AndreaCortez]

That is an A