By Sara Atencio-Gonzales, The Paper. – In a city known for its deep spiritual roots and wellness culture, sound baths are quickly becoming one of the most sought after ways to slow down. Across Albuquerque, these immersive listening experiences are popping up in cathedrals, yurts, studios and wellness spaces, drawing in people from all walks of life.
From traditional crystal singing bowls to experimental electronic soundscapes, practitioners say the appeal is simple. People are looking for a way to pause.
“A sound bath, in my own words, is a sound journey that really uses your audible skills to be present,” says Douglas Cardwell, founder of Lotus Sound Bath.
A practice built on presence…