Gong Training Day Level I

Name: Gong Training Day Level I
Start: 2026-01-10T11:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-01-10T15:30:00-05:00
Location: Ed Cleveland Sound & Reiki Training.

Schedule

Sat Jan 10 2026 at 11:00 am to 03:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Ed Cleveland Sound & Reiki Training. | Hartford, CT

Gong Training Day Level I
Jan 10th and Jan 17th are the perfect places for Gong Enthusiasts to learn the fundamentals of Gongs, Mallets, and Stands in making a wise investment in finding the right gong for you.
I have a variety of gongs in which you will play, including the newest selection of Bronze Gongs from Western Nepal.
These Gongs are very unique and made from the same family, with all similar alloys and markings on the back side of these Gongs. Collectors, please keep in mind.
Join Ed Cleveland for a full-day immersive gong training session designed to deepen your understanding of this extraordinary instrument. This program is ideal for anyone drawn to sound healing. It is also a wonderful opportunity for music teachers and therapists who wish to expand their knowledge and integrate the gong into their work.
Instruments are provided, though you’re welcome to bring your own if you’d like.
What You’ll Experience
Throughout the day, you’ll explore the harmonic value of microtonality and overtones, discovering how bronze gongs create tones and vibrations that move beyond predictable patterns. These sounds engage both the body and the mind, inviting a deeper awareness that transcends ordinary listening.
You’ll also learn how to work with the principles of Acousmatic Theory, moving beyond traditional tuning systems such as Just Intonation and Equal Temperament. Through mindful listening practices and guided sound exercises, you’ll train your ear to perceive subtle shifts in vibration and tone.
Key Learning Areas
• Understanding the harmonic value of microtonality and overtones
• Applying principles of Acousmatic Theory in sound practice
• Developing mindfulness through deep listening techniques
• Exploring Boundary Physics and how it influences sound quality
• Activating the relaxation response through gong vibration
• Learning how rhythm and tone merge to create meditative states
The Experience
As your rhythm begins to merge with the gong’s natural pulse, you’ll explore how to move between sound and stillness, creating meditative states that restore balance and open awareness. This is where the art of playing the gong becomes a bridge between music, energy, and healing.
Beginners are welcome, and all levels of experience will find new depth and skill through practice, meditation, and sound exercises.
Event Details
Time: 11:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Investment: $375
Payment: Venmo Ed-Cleveland-4 or PayPal [email protected]
Certificates of completion are included. No cash refunds are available; credit may be applied toward future training or rescheduling. Students may be refused entry at any time at the instructor’s discretion.
Why It Matters
This training offers more than technique. It helps you develop a deeper relationship with sound, awareness, and presence. You’ll leave with both practical skills and a renewed sense of connection—to the instrument, to your body, and to the energy that moves through all sound.