Event Details

Sunday, September 13, 2009

3pm-4pm

Cost: $20

John Thorp

John Thorp started entertaining elders in nursing homes with a Mt. Dulcimer and later an accordion. he very quickly saw the positive benefits of music and became certified as an Elder Recreation Specialist through Greenfield Community College. He took a position with Hawthorne Services, an adult day health program and maintained his business, Life Rhythms, part time. During his tenure with Hawthorne, he became a Certified Music Practicioner and went to numerous workshops involving music and healing. After retiring from Hawthorne, he turned Life Rhythms into a full time business and also became a certified vibrational healer through the Hartford Hospital Integrative Medicine Department.

Vibrational Healing Through Music

Healing Through Music is a technique that uses sound vibration to create a healing environment. The sounds are created by drum, Guided Imagery and Himilayan bowls. Native American flute is also used.

Healing through Music is an effective method that uses sound to help create a healing environment.

While we're awake, our brain is in the Beta frequency range. this is the normal awake state we experience while going about our daily routines. Healing Through Music helps to move the brain into the deeper Alpha and Theta range.These are the frequencies which induce deep meditative and peaceful states. It also helps clear the mind of stress and tension which allows your intuition to function more effectively. Participants report that they feel a deep sense of peace, reduced stress, improved attitudes, lower blood pressure, improved coping skills, anxiety reduction and much more.

The program starts with simple breathing instructions to the sound of a drum. Guided Imagery is then incorporated and as people begin to breathe slower and deeper, singing bowls are introduced.
Some people drift back to pleasant memories while others have reported resolving troubling issues.Some have reported reduction in pain and others have just simply relaxed and let go.

Your intention and developing a trusting relationship will help to make your experience a very positive one. At the very least you will experience some rest and relaxation. Its also very important to continue whatever treatments you are doing and to develop a healthy lifestyle. Diet, exercise and a positive mental attitude help and enhance your treatments and will help to make your life more beautiful and rewarding. Healing Through Music may be able to help you find your path. It is up to you to stay on that path.