Singing Bowl
OriginTibet
Year500 BC
FamilyPercussion
About the Singing Bowl
Produces sound when struck or circled with a mallet. Originated in Mesopotamia, spread to Tibet. The vibration creates a sustained ringing tone. Used in meditation and sound healing. Over 2,500 years of history. The overtone-rich sound is said to promote deep relaxation.
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