Gong Resonance in the Garden: Fall Sound Bath Experience

Flow of the Session

Join us for an evening of immersive Gong Sound Meditation in Chinatown, facilitated by Aravind Vanchesan!

When: Monday, November 3, or Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Duration: 90 Mins

Early arrival: 5:00 PM
Session begins promptly at 5:30 PM
Finishes at 7:00 PM

Where: Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, 578 Carrall St, Vancouver, BC V6B 5K2

Cancellation Policy: This event requires 48 hours notice prior to the start of the event to receive a refund.

What to Bring:

✨ Yoga mat, Pillow, Blanket

✨ Eye mask

✨ Water

You’re invited to arrive a little early before the event begins and take a quiet walk through the beautiful, serene Garden - a perfect way to unwind and ease your mind after a busy day at work.
At 5:30 PM, we’ll gather inside the Hall of One Hundred Rivers to set our intentions and begin a powerful guided breathwork session designed to relax and calm the nervous system.

We will sink deeper into relaxation with a Monochord Meditation. I will be playing the incredible 33-string OM Monochord, custom-made for my sessions by an artist in Spain. When all 33 strings are set in motion at the same time, a pleasantly rippling sound full of rich overtones washes over the listeners. The effect of the sound can be described as stimulating, lifting the spirits and at the same time relaxing.

We are then immersed in the full spectrum of frequencies and vibrations of a gong bath. Gong sound baths are one of the oldest forms of meditation. The high-quality Gongs featured during this journey will the massive 38-inch Pure Titanium Sun Dance Gong and the 38-inch Paiste Planetary Sun Gong. In addition, two other big, unique gongs - a 32-inch Spiral Sufi Ammonite Gong and a 34-inch Blue Moon Gong - will add more layers and richness to the soundscape. As the vibrations and ethereal sounds of the two Sun Gongs wash over you, they guide you into a state of deep relaxation and inner space exploration.

The resonance of the gong is created by layer upon layer of sound that blossoms into a ‘sound envelope’ around you, allowing you to enter a theta brainwave state. Due to the dominant lower range frequencies, you can also experience an evolving shimmering soundscape that sometimes leads to floating sensations and vivid visualizations of colours, textures and abstract scenes.

Each Gong Sound Journey is a unique experience that promotes deep restoration through sound, resonance, and intention.

No prior experience is necessary, as the sound bath is open to individuals of all backgrounds and levels of familiarity with meditation or sound therapy. Sound meditation is personal and subjective experience, which we all experience differently. We invite you to come and try for yourself to explore the benefits and find your own connection with the sound.

What do you need to bring? Please bring a yoga mat, pillow and blankets. By creating a comfortable cocoon, you will be able to fully reap the benefits of these sound vibrations. Wear loose fitting, comfortable clothing.

***PLEASE NOTE: Detailed arrival and preparation instructions will be emailed to you before the event.***

Flow of the Session

• Arriving at the Garden and Relaxing
• Intention Setting
• Guided Breathwork
• Monochord Meditation
• Gong Sound Immersion
• Closing Remarks

All the Big Gongs + Sound Instruments Featured During the Session (photos below)

• 38 inch Pure Titanium Sun Dance Gong from Colorado
• 38 inch Paiste Planetary Sun Gong from Switzerland
• 36 inch Blue Moon Chau Gong from Australia
• 32 inch Spiral Sufi Ammonite Gong from Iran
• 16 inch Tibetan Gong Bell from Nepal
• 33 String Monochord from Spain

• Triple-Layer Ocean Drum from Italy
• Spiral Rainstick with Blue Micro-beads from Pennsylvania
• Crystal Quartzophone from Quebec
• Kailani Sound Sculpture from Brazil
• Overtone Euphonic Arrays from California
• Moon Chimes from Vancouver Island
• Koshi Chimes from France

Your Guide for This Journey

Aravind Vanchesan (Theta Space)

Aravind Vanchesan is a meditation teacher and sound practitioner. For over twenty years, he has been on a personal journey, studying and exploring the intersection of mindfulness and sound. During this period, he began working with range of instruments - crystal bowls, tibetan bowls, tingsha bells - that are often used as a support for contemplative practices in many Eastern traditions. His deepest connection is with Gongs, which are capable of producing extraordinary sounds, frequencies and vibrations that still the mind, drop listeners into deep meditation and awaken with a better sense of “what is”. Aravind’s vision is to continue holding space for people from all walks of life to slow down, connect to their senses, and embark on their mindfulness journeys. He has lead group meditations and immersive sound bath sessions for thousands of people in Vancouver.

The Venue: Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden is a registered museum and one of Vancouver’s top tourist attractions. It is a unique venue for cultural programming and events, including guided tours, concerts, festivals, exhibitions, receptions, and educational programs. First opened to the public in 1986, this Ming Dynasty-style garden-home is the first among its kind to have been built outside of China, and continues to be unique among the world.

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