Understanding Cymatics
In my last few blog posts, I discussed some ideas presented by the authors Masaru Emoto, Leonard Horowitz, and Michael Tyrell. It must be noted that I have barely scratched the surface of the ideas they have discussed in their works. For more details on these and related ideas, I recommend a more in-depth study of their publications, including books, articles, and audio and video presentations. It is not my intention to go into a detailed discussion of the entire contents of their works. I have discussed here no more than may be found in a book review or, perhaps, an academic dissertation — citing their works under fair use guidelines.
That said, I would like to recapitulate, summarize, and elaborate on some of the ideas previously discussed to help the reader better understand the deeper significance of the themes discussed here. These are tough concepts to understand and need to be revisited, chewed, and digested before they can truly be appreciated.
Water has Structure and Memory
One of the basic revelations emerging from these discussions is that water is not what it appears to be. It is not simply the bland liquid we use to slake our thirst and, for the most part, take for granted, unless one is stranded in a desert with no oasis in sight.
Water, in fact, has a distinct molecular shape — a tetrahedron — that enables water molecules to assume invisible (for the most part) microscopic structures. Structured water behaves like a “liquid crystal superconductor of sound and light” (Horowitz, Leonard G., The Book of 528: Prosperity Key of Love, Tetrahedron, 2011, p. 166). Masaru Emoto captured the form of structured water in his experiments, freezing ice crystals under various conditions. Emoto claims to have established that not only does water have the ability to structure itself, microscopically, but it also appears to display one of the primary characteristics of consciousness — response to external stimuli. The hidden structure of water is apparently affected by external circumstances — and even by human actions, words, and, it appears, even thoughts. Water seems to have some sort of connection with human consciousness, in that its hidden structure and its ability to crystallize when frozen are affected by projected thoughts and intentions. This concept is so remarkable that it is worth thinking about and discussing extensively as a subject in its own right.
If it is true that water has the ability to retain and “remember” various types of information, then the implications of that possibility are profound. Hopefully, such an understanding will inspire a more reverential attitude towards the world’s water supplies, particularly in addressing issues of water contamination and pollution. If rivers, lakes, and oceans are literally alive at some level, then surely humanity has a great deal to learn from them — if it were possible, somehow, to communicate with water or, at least, interpret its “hidden messages” (Emoto, Masaru, The Hidden Messages in Water, Atria Books, 2005, Prologue).
Water Resonates with Certain Sound Frequencies
Owing, in part, at least, to its tetrahedral molecular shape, water appears to be influenced by sound frequencies so that it seems to resonate with certain frequencies in particular — namely, the so-called Solfeggio frequencies and their harmonics. Water appears to demonstrate its resonance with these frequencies by organizing itself, at a molecular level, into “structured water” — liquid crystal — which is visible when the water is frozen under certain conditions, as in the case of fresh snowflakes or Masaru Emoto’s experimental ice droplets. These specific sound frequencies were discovered through mystical/Divine inspiration and a study of the Biblical Book of Numbers by Dr. Joseph Puleo, an associate and collaborator of Dr. Leonard Horowitz. These frequencies are centered on 528 Hertz (cycles per second). While each of the Solfeggio frequencies discovered by Dr. Puleo has a characteristic set of traits, the “Miracle tone” of 528 Hz — the Mi note in the Solfeggio scale — seems to be unique for its miraculous healing and stress-relieving ability.
Additionally, by studying Cymatics — which examines the symmetries of wave formations generated in various media — it is possible to appreciate how different sound frequencies influence the media they travel through. The wave formations studied in the discipline of Cymatics can readily be observed when sound frequencies are transmitted through bowls and containers of water. The frequency of 528 Hz, in fact, appears to generate a unique shape — a 36-pointed star. It is possible to capture these shapes using photography or other methods, such as the cymascope. The images of wave formations obtained by such techniques often manifest as remarkably complex patterns and designs — mandalas — which are a deep-rooted part of many Eastern religions and cultural practices.
The Human Body is Largely Made of Water
The human body has been described by many as being a glorified sac of water. Human physiology, by various estimates, is 60-70% water.
It stands to reason, therefore, that if water is deeply affected by various sound frequencies, the human body would also be profoundly affected by those frequencies. Indeed, as posited by Dr. Leonard Horowitz, the Solfeggio frequencies are exactly these biologically resonant sound frequencies. This may be why it has been suggested that the human body vibes with certain sounds, especially musical notes. These particular notes — claimed to be the Solfeggio frequencies — are organically resonant because they profoundly resonate with the water that makes up 60-70% of human body chemistry.
We “feel” certain musical notes deeply in our beings, which “vibe” with us at a profound cellular and molecular level, because this music resonates with the water in our body chemistry. This water responds to the stimuli of musical notes by organizing its molecular structure into so-called “structured water”, which has a unique set of properties. It stands to reason, therefore, that our health — which includes our physical fitness and well-being as well as our brain function — is profoundly influenced by the resonance of structured water to the Solfeggio sound frequencies. For this reason, among others, it has been suggested that the Solfeggio frequencies may have healing properties.
The Key of David
The musician Michael Tyrell recounts in his book The Sound of Healing that he believes that he has discovered the so-called “Key of David” — an enigmatic icon derived from a mention in the Biblical Book of Isaiah. By following numerological clues and his knowledge of Biblical and musical history, especially regarding how the legendary King David of Israel tuned his lyre (kinnor) to a higher note or frequency than was the common practice, Tyrell surmised that David possibly tuned his lyre to set the key of A to 444 Hz, as opposed to the modern tuning of A=440 Hz (standard western turning) or the alternative tuning of A=432 Hz. Doing so results in 4 of the 6 Solfeggio frequencies manifesting when playing the instrument, especially C5, which manifests as 528 Hz.
Tyrell came to believe that this secret, mystical, higher-than-usual tuning of A=444 Hz is the key to the allegedly miraculous powers of King David’s music — its supernatural healing properties and its heavenly sound. Apparently, the secret lies in the Solfeggio frequencies manifesting in the music, which, as mentioned earlier, resonate with water at a molecular level and, as such, appear to have profound effects on human health and well-being.
The Rockefeller Foundation, Joseph Goebbels, and Standard Western Tuning
Both Dr. Leonard Horowitz and Michael Tyrell provide extensive evidence on the background and historical circumstances leading to the eventual standardization of music tuning in the 20th and 21st Centuries — standard western tuning, which defines the key of A tuned to 440 Hz. This system of music tuning is currently widely adopted and universally accepted as the standard.
Dr. Horowitz notes that, in the 1930s, prior to World War II, the Rockefeller Foundation, according to citations in its own archives, conducted extensive research into the psychological effects of sound frequencies for wartime applications. This was especially focused on the ability of certain sound frequencies to trigger negative emotional responses in human subjects, such as unease, fear, and even mass hysteria. Dr. Horowitz also mentions that the Rockefellers’ Standard Oil Corporation was closely affiliated with Nazi Germany through its association with the IG Farben petrochemical cartel.
These circumstances culminated on the eve of World War II, when Nazi propaganda minister Joseph Goebbels held a conference in London to establish the A=440 Hz tuning standard as the international standard. While this arrangement did not last long due to the war, subsequent attempts to standardize music tuning were made by the ISO and the EU, presumably at the behest of the Rockefeller Foundation.
Both Dr. Horowitz and Tyrell emphatically state that the standard tuning system of A=440 Hz, widely used by modern mass media, produces a biologically harmful set of frequencies that do not resonate with human physiology. While the difference in frequency between standard tuning vs. Solfeggio tuning is barely perceptible to the human ear — a mere 4 cents or approximately 0.16 semitones difference in music pitch — it can be felt physiologically and even psychologically.
The lack of organic resonance to the standard tuning of A440 results in a devastating physiological and psychological impact after prolonged exposure. This can lead to significant health and psychological problems in the general population — a situation exacerbated by the exponential expansion of mass media technologies like TVs, cellphones, and tablets, all of which apparently transmit media at standard frequencies.
The Need for a Universal Music Pitch Shift
Underscoring the devastating effects of prolonged exposure to music tuned to the “standard” frequency of A=440 Hz, Dr. Horowitz and Tyrell call for a radical change in universal practices of music tuning. They urge musicians and music producers worldwide to reject the standard A440 tuning system and instead adopt the much more organically resonant and beneficial “Key of David” tuning system at A=444 Hz. Doing so, they allege, can bring about a dramatic shift in circumstances for the human race.
This new system of music tuning has the potential, if exponentially deployed and amplified, to raise the collective vibration of the human species and to bring about a paradigm shift in human affairs. We could be witnessing miracles transpiring everywhere and dramatic instances of healing and recovery from deadly diseases.
As Tyrell mentions, when music is played at the correct frequency and with the right intentions, when it is magnified sufficiently to the glory of God, He responds, and Heaven comes to earth (Tyrrell, Michael S., The Sound of Healing: Unveiling the Phenomena of Wholetones, Barton Publishing, 2015, p.96). Both Dr. Horowitz and Tyrell firmly believe in the remarkable potential of properly tuned music to significantly improve the quality of life for people worldwide, if deployed at a sufficient scale and with the right intentions.
Conclusions
The evidence provided by the authors I have cited is pretty compelling. If I may add my personal testimony to the mix — although I have not experienced any dramatic instances of healing or recovery resulting from music tuned to A444, I have certainly experienced a profound sense of peace of mind upon listening to A444 music tracks. They are also extremely powerful stress relievers and energizers to listen to. I can also attest to playing some Solfeggio music tracks on headphones for my father when he was gravely ill — while there is no direct evidence that the music had any significant healing properties, I did notice that it gave him a tremendous sense of relief from the illness — an effect that was directly perceptible in his improved heart rate and breathing patterns.
Is it possible that music played at Solfeggio frequencies could radically transform our lives — healing us from illness and clearing our troubled minds? While definitive corroborative clinical evidence may be lacking, the possibility certainly holds great promise. If nothing else, the music is tremendously effective at relieving troubles and stress. At best, however, and with further research, it holds the promise of miraculously transforming our lives for the better — but these possibilities still need to be investigated.
Postscript
There may be some misconceptions about musical instrument tuning, and I think I should clear them up here. For example, I believe there may be some confusion about the difference between major/minor keys on a keyboard and the keyboard’s tuning. These are not the same things. A typical electronic keyboard, like the one I own, has a “Function” button that provides additional, enhanced settings. If I press the “Function” button on my keyboard a few times, I arrive at a setting labeled “Tune”. This tuning setting was set by default to 440.0 Hz, the standard Western tuning of A=440 Hz, perpetuated by Nazi propagandist Joseph Goebbels and the Rockefeller Foundation. I have changed the keyboard setting to 444.0 Hz, which results in A=444 Hz tuning, as suggested by Dr. Leonard Horowitz. As a result, my keyboard now plays in this “Key of David” music tuning system. It still has both major and minor keys, but the entire keyboard plays in this new, more vibrant tuning system, which supposedly has health benefits and is generally more pleasing to the ear.
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