In short
Falling asleep in sound and waking up in sound is something very special. An all-night sound ceremony is a long, continuous sound journey where you get to rest, dream and sleep while the instruments are played through the night.
Where does it come from?
The form exists all around the world. One of the best known is the gong puja, in which gongs are played for around seven and a half hours without a break. The idea is the same: that the body gets to rest in the sound long enough to truly let go.
How the night unfolds
The evening begins in peace and quiet. With us, Sacred Sound Night opens with a cacao ceremony and gentle Sensing movements, so that the body has time to land. Then you settle down and the sound takes over.
During the night the instruments are played in soft waves. You may sleep, rest or lie awake and listen – everything is right. In the morning we are gently woken and eat breakfast together.
What should I bring?
What you need to sleep well: something to lie on if there is nothing to borrow, a pillow, a duvet or sleeping bag, warm soft clothes and a water bottle. An eye mask can be lovely. Always read what applies to the particular occasion you are going to.
How does it feel?
Many people drift between sleep and a dreamlike, half-awake state, and describe vivid dreams and a deep rest. You may sleep more lightly than usual, and that is just as it should be. Give yourself a calm day afterwards.
Sources
- Oki de Soul: description of the gong puja and what to bring.
- Goldsby et al. (2017): Effects of Singing Bowl Sound Meditation on Mood, Tension, and Well-being.
- Lin, Yang & Wang (2025): systematic review of singing bowl interventions. Healthcare.
This text was written by Earth & Heart Sisters and was updated on 1 October 2026. It is general information and does not replace advice from healthcare professionals.