Sound Healing uses vibrations from instruments like crystal bowls, gongs, and flutes to promote relaxation, emotional release, and spiritual connection. These vibrations help calm the nervous system and encourage the body to restore balance.

Deep Listening® is a practice developed by Pauline Oliveros that blends meditation, improvisation, and mindfulness to cultivate awareness of sound, self, and environment. It emphasizes listening with full presence, much like Thich Nhat Hanh's teachings on compassionate listening and mindfulness (which is also called "Deep Listening", generally when you see the ® that's the lineage of Oliveros).

This practice helps open the heart, quiet the mind, and deepen the connection to the world around you. Michael Reiley, a certified Deep Listening® facilitator, guides participants through this transformative experience in workshops around the world with his project Listening Bodies, through weekly Sound Sangha classes, and at the Center for Deep Listening® at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, NY.
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Sound baths help reduce stress, improve sleep, release tension, and foster emotional clarity. The immersive experience of sound promotes deep relaxation and self-awareness.

Michael uses a variety of instruments, including quartz crystal bowls, gongs, flutes, handpans, keyboards, percussion, and modern technology like binaural beat frequencies to create rich, immersive soundscapes.

Yes! Michael offers virtual sound baths, allowing you to experience the healing power of sound from the comfort of your home. Recordings are often available for replay after the live event. Find out more on the Sound Healing page.

Sound Sangha is a weekly online meditation group focusing on Deep Listening and sound healing. It’s free to join, and you can drop in anytime. Check the page for more details and registration.

Yes! Michael offers 1-on-1 sound healing sessions at the Alchemy School for Healing Arts in Tuscany. These personalized sessions support your unique needs for relaxation and inner transformation.

Michael creates custom soundscapes for guided meditations, breathwork sessions, and other wellness practices. He collaborates with you to craft the perfect auditory experience for your work. Find out more.

To invite Michael for a workshop, event, or collaboration, visit the Contact page and submit a request with details about your event and goals.

In a virtual sound bath, you’ll experience live meditative music streamed via high-quality audio. Michael guides you through a listening journey using instruments like crystal bowls and gongs. Headphones and a comfortable space are recommended.

For the best experience, use headphones or quality speakers, and find a quiet, comfortable space to relax. Eye masks, blankets, and yoga mats can enhance your comfort.

If you register for a virtual sound bath, you’ll receive a recording link after the session. This allows you to experience the sound bath at your own pace.