Taken as part of the Photo 101 challenge – today’s theme ‘Edge’
These are images of my lovely Tibetan Singing Bowl. It’s one of my favourite things and I use it often. I believe it to be quite old, and the edges have been worn smooth by repeated use. Singing bowls are used widely, particularly as part of Buddhist practice, as a meditation tool, and it is said that each is individual and should be chosen to compliment your own inner harmonics (or does it choose you?). Rubbing the mallet in a circular motion around the edge, will normally produce at least two different notes. Mine has a sweet high topnote, and a fairly deep base. I did try to take a recording of it for you, but it really didn’t do it justice, so in case you haven’t come across them before, I’ve added a video below to give you an idea.
And a video on how to play:
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I had never heard of singing bowls. What a beautiful sound!
Youll have to try one one day. The vibrations travel through you. Its very calming!
Very interesting Kaye! I’d love to hear you play your bowl. I’d love to hear more about what it means to you. I watched the video and the sound is beautiful! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you Jodi! I’m glad you enjoyed it. I find it very calming and helps with what people are calling these days ‘mindfulness’.
Any recommendation on where/how to order one. I think it might be a great gift for someone special I have in mind.
Mine was bought locally, and we did get one for my husband when we were in Nepal, so I’m not really able to recommend anywhere (unless you fancy a trip to Nepal…it is very nice 😉 ). There does seem to be plenty of on-line suppliers though. The folk that produced the video I used are http://www.bodhisattva-store.com/ who seem to be based in US. I should google Singing Bowls and have a browse. It would make a lovely present.
Thanks Kaye! I will explore when I have some time. Appreciate your advice. Would LOVE a trip to NEPAL – but not sure that is in the near future – $$$ 🙂
Marvelous interpretation! I live with two bowls; thank you for the reminder to appreciate them and their edges.
Yes, my husband has one as well. One is never enough!!