ACOUSTICAL ALCHEMY
Therapeutic Sound Medicine for the
Body, Mind and Spirit
By Terry Soroka
Introduction to Bibliography Research 6942
Thomas Bell
Fall Semester 2004
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Historical and Biblical References To Music
Healing Aspects of Music Physically and Medicinally
Healing Aspects of Music Mentally and Psychologically
Healing Aspects of Music Spiritually
Appendixes
Steven Halpern's Color Spectrum and Chakra System
Don Campbell's Forms and Definitions of Brain Waves
Caroline Myss's Correlated Chakra System with ROYGBIV Color Spectrum and C Major
Seven Power Center of Chakra System
Biblical References in Scripture Relating to Music
Annotated Selected Bibliography
The main premise of this paper is to influence, motivate and inspire trained musicians and performers alike to seriously consider the ramifications of their musicality. We are makers of sonic vibrational and musical magic. We have the ability and gift to stir our listener’s hearts and souls with divine inspiration. When we experience this unity, we align ourselves with the vibratory laws of creation--its harmony and rhythm-- thereby reminding our body mind and spirit how to function properly again. The great compositions of those who listen pass keys to personal transformation and the understanding of wholeness. This gift must be used wisely because music is like an energy prescription, which helps to reduce stress, lessen pain, and increase the release of endorphins and peptides that energize one naturally.