Exceptional Instruments. Creative Sound Education
LISTEN · LEARN · CREATE · TRANSFORM
Discover hand-selected Himalayan Singing Bowls, Original Singing Gongs and specialist sound instruments, together with practical workshops designed to develop technique, creativity and confidence.
From our listening studio in Machynlleth, Mid Wales, we offer knowledgeable personal guidance to practitioners, musicians and discerning individuals seeking instruments of genuine character and quality.
More than 40 years of listening, selection and practical experience.
Original Singing Gongs
Our Original Singing Gongs are individually selected for their depth, sustain and ability to produce rich, evolving harmonics. Each gong has its own tonal identity and is listed with details including size, finish and measured hum tone. Listen to individual recordings online or arrange a private demonstration to experience the instrument’s full physical and acoustic presence.
Himalayan Singing Bowls
Explore a carefully selected collection of antique and contemporary Himalayan Singing Bowls, chosen individually for their tone, responsiveness and distinctive character. Our Machynlleth studio houses more than 200 bowls, allowing you to listen, compare and discover an instrument that feels naturally suited to you. Personal guidance is available through private studio appointments, telephone conversations and video consultations.
Creative Sound Workshops
Our practical workshops are designed for practitioners who want to develop greater skill, confidence and creativity. Courses explore playing technique, deep listening, timing, composition and the structure of an effective soundscape using Himalayan Singing Bowls, Gongs, Flumies and complementary instruments. Separate pathways support beginner and intermediate practitioners, alongside advanced programmes for experienced sound workers.
The Resonant Middle Way
The Resonant Middle Way is the creative philosophy at the heart of Silence In Sound. It brings together knowledge and intuition, acoustic tradition and contemporary possibility, structured composition and meaningful silence. Rather than prescribing a single method, it encourages practitioners to listen closely, make deliberate creative choices and discover how harmony can emerge through awareness, sensitivity and intention.
Silence In Sound in Mid Wales
Silence In Sound is based in the historic market town of Machynlleth, surrounded by the mountains, valleys and coastline of Mid Wales. Our appointment-only studio provides a unique destination for practitioners, musicians and discerning individuals seeking specialist instruments and creative sound education. Machynlleth is accessible by road and rail, making it possible to combine a studio visit with time exploring the surrounding area.
Complimentary Sound Journey
Experience the sound of Silence In Sound from your own home with our complimentary 20-minute Sound Journey. The recording features Himalayan Singing Bowls, Original Singing Gongs and complementary sound instruments, arranged to create a gradual movement from resonance into stillness. We recommend listening through good-quality headphones or speakers in a comfortable, uninterrupted environment.
