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I’m excited to share three special ways for us to connect and deepen our listening together this season. Whether you’re nearby during my upcoming visit in Philadelphia or joining from afar, there’s a place for you in these upcoming events. Each experience is a chance to relax, tune into your essence, and find peace amidst life’s (chaotic) waves 🌊.

Listening with the Heart: a Half-Day Sonic Mindfulness Workshop in Philadelphia on Dec 7

Join me for an immersive, in-person sound journey in Philadelphia. This unique experience, Listening with the Heart, invites you to step into a deep state of relaxation and resonance through sound. We’ll tune into the wisdom of the heart space, nurturing our capacity for compassion and inner calm through meditation, discussion, Deep Listening, and live meditative music with piano and handpan.

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024
• Time: 10:30am – 2:30pm (with lunch break)
• Location: Summit Presbyterian Church
• Address: 6757 Greene St, Philadelphia, PA 19119, United States​
• Price: Donate / Pay What You Can ($25 Suggested)

Seasonal Virtual Soundbath: Winter Solstice Online Group Soundbath December 21

Join us for a transformative Winter Solstice Online Group Soundbath, as we align with the energy of the longest night of the year (Winter Solstice). On this day of deep reflection, we’ll use the healing power of sound to release what no longer serves us and set intentions for renewal as we move into the new season.

Immerse yourself in the soothing vibrations of crystal bowls, gongs, flutes, and other sacred instruments, all from the comfort of your own home. Together, we’ll tap into the energy of the solstice, using sound to guide us into a state of deep relaxation and inner clarity.

Experience guided full-body listening meditation techniques to open every cell to the healing potential of music.

Listen to a blend of scientifically tuned binaural beats and live instruments masterfully played by Michael Reiley using high-quality microphones and converters for the ultimate sonic Zoom experience!
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​Headphones and a comfortable space to lie down are recommended.

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, December 21st, 2024 (Winter Solstice)
• Time: 2:00 PM EST / 8:00 PM CET
• Location: Online via Zoom
• Price: $25
• Replay Access: Can’t attend live? All registered participants will receive access to the recording.

Curious about what a virtual soundbath is like?

Full Moon Soundbath at Friday’s Sound Sangha 🌕

This Friday (Nov 15), I’m adding something special to our weekly Sound Sangha.
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During the meditation session, I’ll offer a mini-soundbath (20 minutes) with quartz crystal bowls. We’ll tap into our crystalline essence, integrating and relaxing deeply—perfect for unwinding from the world’s current challenges. This is a wonderful way to get a taste of my virtual soundbath offerings and connect to the transformative and healing energy of the full moon with a listening meditation.

Sound Sangha Weekly Details:

• Fridays 12:00 – 12:45pm ET (NYC time)
  • 10-minute introduction topic
  • 20-minute guided sonic mindfulness practice
  • 15-minute discussion
• Classes with a wide range of topics from Buddhism, Deep Listening®, Listening in Dreams, Inner (Somatic) Listening, Listening in Community, Listening to/with/as Silence, musicology, physiology, and the nature of consciousness all centered around the mystical, scientific, and artistic aspects of listening as a meditation practice.
• Exploring the gateway of listening into the world of mindfulness.
• Develop deeper listening skills in your families, communities, and with yourself!
• Enhance your meditation practice
• Connect with a community of like-minded individuals
• Partake in our weekly sharing circle around topics at the intersection of meditation, sound, listening, music, awareness, and attention.
• For beginners, experienced meditators, musicians, non-musicians, and everyone curious about sonic mindfulness.

For more sound healing updates, insights, and community events, follow along on Sound of Listening and connect with me on social media. Let’s keep our shared journey of deep listening alive and resonant!

Instagram: @_michaelreiley_
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Thank you for your continued presence and openness to explore these sounds and spaces together.

In resonance,
​Michael Reiley

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