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Metal

Metal

$15.97 USD
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Produced by Yuval Ron & Dr. Richard Gold

Ancient Wisdom and Modern Sounds for Health and Healing

About Sound & Healing and the METAL CD Project

The utilization of specific sounds to affect human health and human bio-energy (Qi) systems has been a part of the theory and practice of traditional Chinese medicine for over 3,000 years. According to theories of healing sounds practice, certain sounds (vibrations) correspond to specific organs, glands, and energy channels of the body and mind.

Throughout Chinese history, renowned healers have applied the five musical tones associated with the Five Elements and their associated five internal organs to treat illness and maintain good health. The theory of the Five Elements describes the arrangement of all aspects of the phenomenological world into the categories (elements) of Metal, Water, Wood, Fire, and Earth. This system of correspondences is fundamental to traditional Chinese medical thought and practice.

(For further reading, please see: Between Heaven & Earth by Beinfield and Korngold, Staying Healthy with the Seasons by Elson Haas, M.D., and Six Healing Sounds: Taoist Techniques for Balancing Chi by Mantak Chia.)

Leading members of the neuroscience community have recently discovered that intentionally created sounds have specific beneficial effects in the brain and the body.

This merging of ancient wisdom and contemporary science is the basis for this musical composition. Its purpose is to not only provide a delightful musical experience but also to enhance health, facilitate the smooth flow of bio-energy through body and mind, relieve stress, and contribute to a general sense of well-being and relaxation.

World-renowned, award-winning composer Yuval Ron has utilized the ancient Chinese tonal assignments of the Metal Element in the creation of this beautiful composition. In addition, this composition is informed by the most currently accepted theories in neuroscience on the effects of sound vibrations on the brain and consciousness. This music also incorporates musical therapy research and practice relating to the impact of musical modes on the brain and the sense of well-being.

Included in this 45-minute long track are two vital additional healing elements. You will hear Dr. Richard Gold chanting the specific healing sounds for the Metal Element. These healing sounds come from the ancient Chinese Qi Gong practice and are designed to facilitate the healthy vibrations and energy flows of the internal organ associated with Metal. In addition, affirmations derived from Chinese medical theory relating to the Metal Element are also embedded into this track. These affirmations are not heard by the conscious mind, but are “heard” by the brain (sub-conscious mind) of the listener.

Contains a 45-minute music track

DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS

Downloading to an iPhone:

  • iPhones download into a Downloads folder. This folder can easily be found by searching your phone for it. During downloading you will see a download icon in the url bar of Safari. If you click on the icon while it is downloading (or afterward) it will take you to the Downloads folder. There may be multiple files from previous downloads.
  • The file is a ZIP file that is "compressed" to save space. Double-click on it to "open" the compressed file and it will de-compress to a folder containing all the audio files. You can then open that folder, select a file, and listen. The ZIP file can be deleted.
  • If you want to listen to it within the Music app on your iPhone, you need to download the file onto your desktop computer and add it to your Music (formerly iTunes) app, and transfer it to your phone.

 

Downloading to a Mac:

  • Macs download into a Downloads folder. This folder can easily be found by searching your Mac for it.
  • The file is a ZIP file that is "compressed" to save space. Double-click on it to "open" the compressed file and it will de-compress to a folder containing all the audio files. You can then open that folder, select a file, and listen. The ZIP file can be deleted.
  • If you want to listen to it within the Music app on your iPhone, you need to add it to your Music (formerly iTunes) app and transfer it to your phone.

Downloading to a PC:

  • PCs download into a Downloads folder. This folder can easily be found by searching your computer for it.
  • The file is a ZIP file that is "compressed" to save space. Double-click on it to "open" the compressed file and it will de-compress to a folder containing all the audio files. You can then open that folder, select a file, and listen. The ZIP file can be deleted.
  • If you want to listen to it within the Music app on your iPhone, you need to download the file onto your desktop computer, add it to your Music (formerly iTunes) app, and transfer it to your phone.

Adding music and creating a playlist in VLC media player: 

  • Launch VLC media player
  • Click “View” on the top tools bar
  • Choose “Playlist” from the list. A new window will open
  • Select “Playlist” from the left side list
  • Right-click on the right side of the window
  • Choose “Add Folder” from the list
  • A new window will open
  • Select the folder that you want to add and click on open
  • Now select the list of files and right-click on it then choose Save the playlist to a file
  • A new window will open allowing you to choose the destination folder and name the playlist
  • Click on save and you can play your playlist in VLC player

Adding music to the Apple Music app:

  • Launch the Music app
  • Go to File>Import and select the music from your hard drive where it was downloaded.
  • High-resolution files (WAV files) do not contain metadata like MP3s, so it does not automatically populate artwork, album name, or artist name. They will appear as individual songs (sometimes as "Unknown Album").
  • Select all the songs that you imported and right-click in order to "Get Info”
  • Within this dialog box, you can add relevant Album Titles, Artist names, etc. for all the songs at once.
  • From there, it should appear like any other album in your Music library and you can sync it to an iPhone.
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USAGE AND INSTRUCTIONS

There are numerous wonderful ways to use this music.

1. To facilitate meditation and deep relaxation
2. Internal healing of the body and mind
3. In conjunction with massage therapy and acupuncture sessions
4. As a sleep aid
5. During the practice of yoga, T'ai Chi, and Qi Gong
6. Enhancement of intimacy and sexuality
7. Balancing and harmonizing the bio-energy (Qi) systems of the body and mind
8. Enhancement of mental focus and openness to artistic inspiration while immersed in the creative process of writing, creating visual art, dancing, writing poetry, etc.

In addition to general wellness, this music may be used for specific health concerns. According to traditional Chinese medicine, the Metal element can offer a remedy for the following ailments:

Frequent colds, cough, dry skin, tendency to be easily disappointed, and grief.

Note: Brain research shows that when the listener of healing music actively participates while listening (e.g., repeating out loud the healing breathing sounds or moving the entire body in a rhythmic manner), an enhanced, measurable sensation of well-being is noted along with an increased potential for healing and a more profound beneficial effect on the brain.

Two recommended ways to increase listener participation and benefit :
1. Listen to the music while holding the intention to be open to any personal affirmations that spontaneously come to mind. Write down your own personal affirmation(s). Then, on subsequent listening to the music, repeat the affirmation(s) at a very slow pace for the entire 45 minutes of the track or for as long as you are comfortable.
2. Refer to the enclosed literature that describes the Qi Gong breathing sounds for each element. Then, as you listen to the music, actively do the breathing sounds along with the music for as long as you are comfortable.

WARNING: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. See your physician if you seek diagnosis and treatment. It may be hazardous to operate heavy equipment or drive while listening to this music.

LINER NOTES

Produced by Yuval Ron and Richard Gold, All music composed by Yuval Ron

Track 1: Metal
Associated Organ: Lungs
Musical Tonic: D
Featured Instrument: Glass harmonica
Healing Sound: "SSSSSSSSSSSS." (Produced with a long slow exhalation while the tongue is placed behind closed teeth.)
Affirmations: You are just; You are deliberate; You are assertive.

Glass harmonica soloist: Brien Engel
Keyboards, sound design, and programming: Yuval Ron and William Stanbro
Vocal healing sounds of the Earth Element, Qi Gong breathing, and affirmations: Dr. Richard Gold
Music preparation and sound editing: Jessica Jefferson Recorded and mixed at Yuval Ron Music Studios, Studio City, CA 91604, USA Didgeridoo recorded at The Soul Mine, Grass Valley, CA

REVIEWS
Our recommendation for the best listening experience

We recommend wired headphones for the optimal experience. Some albums contain low frequencies, so a set with full-range frequency response is recommended. Wired speakers can also provide a good experience when headphones are inconvenient. We do not recommend bluetooth headphones or speakers because they use data compression during their transmission (like streaming audio) which can dilute the original sound vibration of the music.

Our Binaural beats albums benefit most from using wired headphones as there are tones which differ between the left and right side. Your ears will be able hear those tones isolated in order to create the binaural effect.

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