Sound Meditation Instruments

Written By Larissa Rzemienski

Sound meditation is a form of meditation that uses sound as the main focus to help relax the mind and body. Various instruments are often used to provide the sounds for this practice. Here are some of the most common instruments used in sound meditation:

Singing Bowls



Singing bowls are often used in sound meditation because of their soothing sound. These bowls are usually made of brass or quartz, and produce a soft, hum-like noise that can induce a meditative state. Singing bowls are played by striking or rubbing a mallet on the rim of the bowl, which produces the sound wave used for meditation.

Gongs



Gongs are another popular instrument used in sound meditation. The deep and resonating sound of gongs can produce a calming and relaxing effect on the body and mind. Gongs are usually hit with a mallet, producing a long and sustained tone that can last for several minutes.

Chimes



Chimes are small, handheld instruments that are often used to create a light, tinkling sound during sound meditation. These instruments are usually made of metal or glass and can be played by striking or shaking them. Chimes are often used to create a gentle, calming atmosphere during sound meditation.

Drums



A variety of drums can be played during a sound meditation. Yoga by Larissa utilizes vegan Buffalo drums to stimulate the sound of a slow heart beat to produce waves of calm through the body. The ocean wave drum made by Remo Drums is a fan favorite as it produces ocean wave sounds.

Larissa Rzemienski

Larissa Rzemienski began her yoga journey to heal following the loss of her spouse at a young age. As she dove deeper into her yoga practice, she decided to embark on the journey to become a certified yoga teacher. In 2015 she completed her 200-hour teacher training through LifePower in Tempe, Arizona. In 2019, she completed her 300-hour teacher training through Urban Yoga in Phoenix, Arizona. In addition, Larissa has certifications in Yoga Nidra, Yin Yoga, Meditation, Restorative Yoga, and as a Sound Practitioner. Larissa has also led several yoga teacher training programs for 200 and 300 hour students.

Larissa creates yoga offerings, yoga sequences, and classes that are unique and specialized for all her clients. She weaves in creativity through all her classes and loves learning more about yoga philosophy and yoga sutras. Larissa has served as the local lululemon store ambassador for the past several years and has offered large community events and in-store events for the lululemon community.

Outside of teaching yoga, Larissa is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified School Guidance Counselor for Grades K-12. She is a telehealth counselor and teaches college courses in counseling and mental health. Larissa has a Master of Counseling degree, M.B.A. in Marketing, and Ed.S. in Leadership.

Larissa also serves as a Wish Granter for Make a Wish Arizona.

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