Sonic Alchemy

Sonic Alchemy by Joshua Leeds. paperback edition. ISBN: 9780965778602.

Sonic Alchemy explains the principles of rhythm, resonance, entrainment, sonic neuro-technologies, and the ground-breaking work of Dr. Alfred Tomatis. Included are a dozen thought-provoking interviews with leading sound practitioners. Sonic Alchemy explores how soundwork improves health, learning, and productivity. By understanding how music and sound directly impact your body/mind, you can create empowering sonic environments. Whether you are a music lover, music maker, or healthcare practitioner, you will refer to the wisdom in these pages for inspiration, knowledge and personal application. A dozen thought-provoking interviews with leading sound philosophers and practitioners are included. These people are defining the use of sound as a life-enhancing modality in our lives. Interviews and topics include Therese Schroeder-Sheker: Music for the Dying, Fred Schwartz, MD: Music as Anesthesia, Michael Jones: Intention and Music, Jeffrey Thompson, DC: Bio-Tuning, Tom Kenyon: Psychoacoustics, Vickie Dodd: Awakening the Amnesia of Wellness, Arthur Hull: The Power of the Drum, Janalea Hoffman: Entrainment, Jonathan Goldman: The Power of Harmonics, Michael Stevens: Light & Sound Machines, Molly Scott: Resonance Therapy, and Robert Gass: Chantmaster Extraordinaire.