Welcome to the world of Sound Healing Facilitation

One of the most common questions I receive from students is, “What instruments should I buy?”

My advice is simple: start small and within budget.

There is no need to purchase every instrument at once. In fact, I encourage new facilitators to begin with a few foundational instruments and build their collection over time. As your practice evolves, you’ll naturally discover which sounds, frequencies, and instruments resonate most deeply with you and the experiences you wish to create.

The resources on this page are intended to provide guidance and inspiration for your sound healing journey. This is not an exhaustive list of every instrument available, but rather a curated collection of instruments, tools, and resources that I have used, recommend, or believe may be valuable as you continue learning and growing as a facilitator.

Remember, it is not the size of your collection that creates a meaningful experience—it is your presence, intention, and ability to hold space.

Most importantly, please know that I am here as a resource for your journey. No question is too small, too simple, or too silly. Your questions are always welcome, always valid, and often the same questions many others are wondering as well.

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Crystal Singing Bowl Sets

One question I hear often is whether Amazon crystal singing bowls are “good enough” to begin with. The short answer is YES!.

Over the years, manufacturing technology has improved significantly, and many of today’s bowl sets are surprisingly well-made for the price. Most are tuned reasonably close to pitch and are more than adequate for learning, practicing, and even facilitating small group experiences. (Don’t worry—we’ll talk more about pitch, tuning, and cents later in the program.)

Personally, I prefer 440 Hz tuning, though you will also learn more about this as we progress through the training. If you come across a set tuned to 432 Hz, that’s perfectly fine as well. There is a lot of discussion around these tuning systems, but neither will prevent you from becoming an effective facilitator.

The bowl sets in this section are all within a similar price range and offer excellent value for those just getting started. One of the biggest advantages of many Amazon sets is that they often include carrying cases, mallets, and accessories, which can save you a significant amount of money compared to purchasing everything separately.

I’ve also included a smaller three-bowl option for those who are looking for a simple setup for personal practice, yoga classes, or smaller offerings. Remember, you do not need a large collection of instruments to create meaningful experiences. Start with the basics, learn your instruments well, and allow your collection to grow naturally over time.

As always, if you have questions about any of the instruments or aren’t sure what might be the best fit for your goals and budget, please reach out. I am always happy to help guide you along the way.

CVNC Set of 3

Crystal Singing bowl Mallets:

TopFund Chakra Set of 7

CVNC Chakra Set of 7

Crystal Vibes - Perfect Pitch 7 Chakra Set - PREMIUM ✨

Cases NOT included

Not required, different mallets create different sounds and textures

The Amazon Chakra set is one of the most affordable ways to get started. This IS where I started and it took YEARS before I was ready to move into a more tuned set.

Oh and yes get yourself at least one of the silicon mallets, I even sell some at the studio.

CVNC Chakra Set of 7

Himalayan Singing Bowls

Himalayan singing bowls are a beautiful addition to a sound healing practice, but they are absolutely not a requirement.

Many facilitators work exclusively with crystal singing bowls, while others prefer the rich, earthy tones that Himalayan bowls provide. There is no right or wrong choice—only what resonates with you and the type of experience you wish to create.

One of the things I love most about Himalayan bowls is their versatility. They can be played individually, in sets, around the body, or incorporated into larger sound healing experiences alongside crystal bowls, gongs, chimes, and other instruments.

Unlike crystal singing bowls, Himalayan bowls can vary greatly in tone, sustain, craftsmanship, and quality. Because of this, I generally recommend purchasing from reputable vendors whenever possible and taking the time to listen to recordings before making a decision.

If you are just beginning your journey, I encourage you to think of Himalayan bowls as an optional expansion rather than a necessity. Focus first on developing your facilitation skills, understanding sound, and building confidence with the instruments you already have. You can always add new instruments as your practice evolves.

The resources below include a variety of options ranging from beginner-friendly bowls to more advanced and professional-quality sets. Explore, listen, and trust yourself. Often the instruments that are meant for you have a way of finding you.

Himalayan Singing Bowl Set

Himalayan Singing Bowl Zen Bowl

Beautiful, but completely optional. I facilitated for years before adding more then what I had long before I even considered facilitating.

Additional Sound Healing instruments:

Meinl Sonic Energy Instruments

As a student of the Sound Healing Facilitator Certification, you receive 25% off retail pricing on Meinl Sonic Energy instruments when purchased directly through me.

Meinl offers a wide variety of high-quality sound healing instruments, including tuning forks, chimes, drums, singing bowls, gongs, rain sticks, handpans, and many other beautiful tools for facilitation and personal practice.

Below are a few of the instruments I try to keep in stock at the studio. If there is something specific you are interested in that you do not see listed, please feel free to ask. I am happy to check availability and pricing for any Meinl Sonic Energy product that catches your eye.

As always, if you have questions about whether a particular instrument is a good fit for your practice, your goals, or your budget, don’t hesitate to reach out. I’m always happy to help guide you in building a collection that feels aligned with your unique facilitation style and journey.