Inside the oldest Protestant church in Los Angeles, guests relax during a sound bath, which can feel spiritual in the acoustic setting without being religious. (Francine Orr / Los Angeles Times) ...

Imagine getting a massage but for your brain and nervous system. That's kind of what a sound bath is — loosely akin to yoga and a stepping stone to meditation. The ultimate goal is to help the body ...

LOS ANGELES (AP) — With eyes closed and a small mallet in hand, the Rev. Kyohei Mikawa gently struck the bronze Himalayan singing bowl resting in his palm and bathed the Buddhist sanctuary in a ...

A sound bath uses musical instruments to create a relaxing meditation experience. Benefits of a sound bath include relaxation, stress reduction, and improved sleep. Sound baths typically last for 60 ...

It turns out a sudsy soak in a bubbly tub isn’t the only kind of bath that can have health benefits. Sound baths are just as good for the body—and the soul. You may have heard the term thrown around ...

If you’ve ever left a concert with your body feeling tingly, that’s a clue to the kind of high you might experience from a sound bath. Available at spas, retreats, gyms, and clinics, these trendy ...

In recent years, wellness trends have seen a rise in practices that promote both physical and emotional well-being. Among these trends, the concept of a sound bath has gained significant attention for ...

Adrienne Bawa pulled into the parking lot of the First Congregational Church of L.A., her seven-seater Volvo filled with fabric, gongs and lights. It was two hours before the registered nurse and ...