This two-day immersive training offers a deep exploration of the gong as both a musical instrument and a tool for healing.
Led by Samer Ghadry, an accomplished musician, sound healer, and educator, participants will engage in informative talks, demonstrations, and hands-on practice designed to build confidence and fluency in playing and working with gongs.
Taking place in The Study at Sage + Sound, all gongs and mallets will be provided. Over the course of the weekend, students will have the opportunity to experiment, ask questions, and receive personalized guidance and feedback from Samer.
What You’ll Learn—
Throughout this immersive experience, you’ll gain practical knowledge and embodied understanding in:
The origins and historical uses of gongs
Alloys, styles, and sizes
Accessories, traditional mallets, stands, and friction mallets
Choosing your gong and building a set
Developing gong language and percussive mechanics
Playing techniques and styles for healing
Working with gongs in 1:1 and group settings
This training is open to:
Curious beginners interested in sound healing
Experienced sound practitioners expanding their repertoire
Healing arts professionals seeking to integrate sound into their practice
Day 1: Foundations of the Gong
Morning
Opening Gong Meditation + Talks on Gong Origins, Styles, and Makers
Mallets: Their Role and Relationship to Sound
Afternoon
Fundamentals for Healing with Gongs
Guided 1:1 Exercise with Small Mallets
Exploring Percussive Styles, Mallet Grips, and Soundscape Essentials
Day 2: Practice + Integration
Morning
Morning Q&A, Playing and Listening Exercises
Choosing and Pairing Gongs, Integrating Other Modalities,
Do’s and Don’ts, Safety and Ear Care
Afternoon
Technique Demonstrations for Sound Control
Practice Sessions + Closing Gong Meditation