Healing Sounds & Shining Stars: A Musical Moment with Leanne

This week (17/04/25), our creative space was filled with something truly special—waves of healing sound and heartful connection, all thanks to our wonderful volunteer, Leanne. She led a deeply moving Healing Sounds music session with our 'Stars', and the atmosphere was nothing short of magical.

Leanne brought with her a toolkit of gentle instruments— Crystal Singing bowl 432hz, Crystal harp, Koshi Chimes, Tibetan Gong,  Rain Stick, Wooden Shakers, Chakra Chimes, Wave Drum, Han Pan Drum and Tongue Drum —creating an immersive soundscape that helped everyone feel grounded, relaxed, and open. As the tones echoed and melted into the room, we could feel tension ease, smiles grow, and imaginations begin to stir.

For many of our Stars, this was a new kind of sensory experience. Healing sounds—also known as sound therapy—aren’t just about music. They’re about vibration, presence, and emotional release. These kinds of sessions can support reduced anxiety, increased focus, better sleep, and emotional regulation—especially powerful tools for neurodiverse creatives or those navigating stress.

What truly moved us was how the session sparked new creative energy. After the session, ideas began bubbling. Some of our Stars described links to the sounds they heard, such as waves, rain, lightning or places the sounds reminded them of. Others were inspired to move, sing, or hum along. It was a beautiful reminder that sound can be both soothing and creatively catalytic.

In fact, Leanne’s session has sparked inspiration for our next devised production.

We won’t give too much away just yet! but let’s just say: sound and sensation are going to play a big role. We’re exploring how non-verbal storytelling—through movement, rhythm, and ambient sound—can express emotions in a powerful, inclusive way. We're so excited to bring this to life alongside our Stars, with inspiration drawn directly from the healing space Leanne helped us create.

To Leanne: thank you for your time, your care, and your incredible energy. And to our Stars: you continue to inspire us with your openness, imagination, and joy.

Stay tuned for more as our new production develops—we can’t wait to share it with you!