Joudry, Patricia
"Sound Therapy for Walkman"
(152pp) Steele and Steele
ISBN 0-9691687-0-5 (pbk)
An introduction to the work of Dr Tomatis and an explanation of how his method can be used with a Walkman. An educational and enjoyable book
Keyes, E L
"Toning: The Creative Power of the Voice"
(120pp, £7.50) De Vorss & Co 1973
ISBN 0-87516-176-6
The first of its kind and a fundamental text on the subject of toning, singing vowel sounds that correlate with the seven chakra centres and to musical scales and the overtone series. Highly recommended for the beginner.
Khan, Hazrat Inayat
"The Music of Life"
Omega Publications Inc 1983
ISBN 0-930872-38-X (pbk)
For a spiritual view of the universe as harmonious vibrations and music, nothing surpasses the revelations of Sufi master Hazrat Inayat Khan (1882-1927). With a poetical wisdom he unveils the mysteries of the origin of sound, the law of rhythm, the music of the spheres, the science of breath and the creative process. It is without question required reading for truly serious students of holistic music.
Maman, Fabien
"From Star to Cell: A Sound Structure for the Twenty-First Century. The Academy of Sound, Color and Movement" (1997)
Book I - The Role of Music in the Twenty-first Century.
ISBN 0-9657714-0-7
"Offers guidelines for music and musician which take full advantage of the healing power of acoustic music to bring human beings into harmony with nature and the cosmos. Included in this book are over 100 color photos showing for the first time under the microscope that acoustic sound can revitalize healthy cells and destroy cancer cells."
Book II - Raising Human Frequencies: The Way of Chi and the Subtle Bodies.
ISBN 0-9657714-1-5.
"Written for those who choose to consciously evolve their consciousness and bodies by raising the vibrational rate of their own frequencies through the awakening of subtle body energies. Includes illustrations of Tao Yin Fa, a series of internal exercises which work on five levels: from the internal organs through the subtle bodies to the energies of specific stars in the eight directions."
Book III - The Body as a Harp: Sound and Acupuncture
ISBN 0-9657714-2-3
"The acupuncture base in the physical body provides an excellent foundation for the integration of healing work with sound. Includes techniques for using tuning forks on the Shu Points, ear points and on the spine. For acu-puncturists and non-acupuncturists alike."
Book IV - Healing with Sound, Color and Movement: Nine Evolutionary Healing Techniques.
ISBN 0-9657714-3-1
"Though each book is complete in and of itself, when read together these four books create a living structure which is based in the physical body on the laws of music and acupuncture and continues through the five elements of nature to the subtle bodies and even to the vibrational essence of cosmic energy." (quotes from Fabien Maman's website)
McClelland, Randall
"The Healing Forces of Music: History, Theory and Practice" (£9.99)
Amity House Inc 1988
ISBN 1-85230-255-0
A major piece of work on music therapy in its widest meaning that would be of great value to musicians and non-musicians alike. Of special interest is his analysis of the physical, emotional and spiritual effects of music, including the characteristics of music for meditation. He also offers ideas about further development in the field that should be well considered by future sound healers.
Men, Hunbatz
"Secrets of Mayan Science/Religion" (150pp)
Bear and Company, 1990
ISBN 0-939630-63-7.
Esoteric use of sound in Mayan culture, particularly certain consonant and vowel sounds.
Miller Chernoff, John
"African Rhythm and African Sensibility"
(260pp) University of Chicago Press, 1979
ISBN 0-226-10345-5 (pbk)
An excellent insight into the musical, socio-cultural and spiritual implications of West African percussion traditions, Dagomba and Ewe, by a western scholar. It conveys how African musical culture works within the society and can and should be read by anyone with an interest in the subject.
Newham, Paul
"The Singing Cure: An Introduction to Voice Movement Therapy" (256pp, £12) Rider 1993
ISBN 07126 56685
"Our voices mirror the way we are; and when we suffer - physically, psycho-logically or politically - our condition reflects itself in our voice. Conversely, working with the voice can release this suffering." Paul Newham shows how much potential for healing can be released through song and non-verbal sound.
Newham, Paul
"The Healing Voice" (204pp, £9.99)
Element 1999
ISBN 1-86204-548-8
"How to use the power of your voice to bring harmony into your life" Lots of exercises and excellent case studies.
Rachele, Rollin
"Overtone Singing Study Guide" (125pp/CD £20) Cryptic Voices Productions 1996
ISBN 90-803013-1-0
"The "Overtone Singing Study Guide" is an essential resource guide which covers the history, theory and mech-anics of overtone singing. It is the first book of its kind and is useful for all, from beginners to more advanced singers, who wish to explore the experience of overtone singing. The book contains a CD of over 90 vocal exercises which will help you master the technique of overtone singing in your own time." (quote from website)
Rael, Joseph
"Being and Vibration"
Council Oak Books, Tulsa Oklahoma. 1993
ISBN 0-933031-72-6.
Joseph Rael (aka Beautiful Painted Arrow) shares the sacred teaching of the Ute and Pueblo Native Americans that begins with the vision that the nature of all existence is vibration. Gives Native American view of sound relating to the meaning of vowels and consonants as used in chant.
Rudhyar, Dane
"The Magic of Tone and the Art of Music"
Shambhala 1982
ISBN 0-394-70887-3
Composer and astrologer Dane Rudhyar offers a unique insight into how sound can act as a transformer of conscious-ness. His thought provoking ideas about the music of the east and minimalist music and his original concepts of "pleroma of sounds" and "holistic resonance" should be digested by both musicians and listeners who want to reach deeper levels of understanding about the power of music.
Tomatis, Dr Alfred
"The Conscious Ear: My Life of Transformation through Listening" (304pp, £16.99)
Station Hill Press. 1990
ISBN 0-88268-108-7
Autobiography of French physician Tomatis who shares the fruits of his research into sound, learning and health, incorporating case histories of patients and addressing some of today's most difficult therapeutic and educability problems (stuttering, autism, dyslexia, motivation, balance and motor control integration) as they relate to the human ear.
Whone, Herbert
"The Hidden Face of Music"
Victor Gollanz 1974
Published over twenty years ago this remains a classic little volume about music's esoteric implications. He presents convincing essays about the correlation between the structures inherent in music and the laws governing humanity, nature and the universe. He unlocks the deeper meaning of the musical scale, musical instruments, notation, the human body, vowel sounds and words themselves.