Molly Palanieappan – 
With your eyes closed, you can perceive your surroundings and appreciate the Nature that you would commonly overlook, such as the chirping of the birds, the sound of the light breeze cooling you or even the distant sound of the cars passing.
Within a few moments, you would feel like you have been transported into a different dimension just by concentrating on the sounds around you.
Worshipping Music
In the ancient Indian texts, Sounds (or Nada) is revered highly.
It is believed that all creations originated from Nada.
The Vedas have stated the importance of music in worship and healing practices.
Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda Swamiji of Mysore is renowned for his music for Meditation and Healing Concerts.
Raga Chikitsa
He uses a method of healing through music called Raga Chikitsa, a lost ancient art that he is reviving. His music therapy is combined with Ayurveda, Psychology, Gemmotherapy and Astrology.
Swamiji has explained and proved the significance of Nada in one’s life.
He says that the right type of music can help relieve the stress of human mind.
It is widely known that ailments within is graver and more acute than the ones contracted externally. If the mind is tranquil and happy, ailments of the body and mind will be non-existent.
Vibrating nerves
Yoga teaches that the human body has 72000 nerves (Nadis) which constantly vibrates in a specific rhythmic pattern.
Disturbances in the rhythmic pattern are the root cause of diseases.
Swamiji’s music vibrations target these abnormal rhythmic patterns through the science of resonance. At the very least, the vibrations will leave one uplifted with a sense of vitality and wellbeing.
Swamiji has traveled the globe conducting Music for Meditation and Healing concerts for World Peace.
Energising sound
Many people claim that they have benefited physically and mentally from these music concerts.
Swamiji’s music is not only devotional but also invigorating.
“Physical health results from a healthy mind. Celestial or Spiritual music helps in achieving relaxation by soothing the nerves through peace of mind,” he said.
Auckland will be graced with an evening of musical excellence for the first time.
Whether you are interested in meditation, seeking peace of mind, or just keen to experience how music will affect the body and state of mind, please be with us on February 4 at Dorothy Winstone Theatre, Auckland Girls Grammar School.
Molly Palanieappan is a volunteer at Datta Yoga Centre New Zealand. A qualified IGQC Inspector, she works at Fisher & Paykel Healthcare.
Photo Caption:
Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda Swamiji
