There are many websites and CDs available that offer Meditation music per se, but how do you find the ones right for you? Listen to some of the websites below, check out some of the background music on certain game sites, and ask everyone you know. There are also tapes designed for sleeping enhancement that may help. The music you want will have little or no lyrics and possibly a repeating loop that can include ocean waves or soothing animal sounds. It all depends on what you want to hear and how deep you want to meditate. Always remember that a great many mediation programs recommend that you do not listen to meditation music while you are driving as it could cause you to drowse and possibly have an accident.
If you are interested in, or already practice, Zen Meditation and are looking for a traditional clarinet, koto, and shakuhachi presentation, then try samples of Tony Scott’s Music for Zen Mediation.
Another soothing Zen collection is comprised of bells, crickets, and river noises as one of 28 moods available on this link, which then can redirect you to their entire collection. For less than $2.00 each, you can download your favorite 30-minute choices.
Try visiting this game site (soundtrack to Patchworkz). It plays a loop of nice jazzy flute and piano music on a continuous loop. You don’t have to be a member and the music will play until you leave the site.
Looking for a more ethereal type of meditation music? Try listening to free 10-minute segments to see which one is right for you. Choose from 10 different types of meditations using the above link. While the site states that 30-minute segments are available as downloads, I have not been successful in obtaining any of the full downloads, but the 10 minute segments are quite inspiring.
While a great many meditation programs include sleep, or at least a much-removed state of consciousness, Ocean Euphoric has a CD program that promotes meditation while remaining totally alert. This new concept can be experienced and sampled by visiting Bliss Music. This particular program encourages playing their music throughout your busy day to help remain calm and to welcome the cessation of stress.
Don’t want to download anything, or just like a wide variety of meditation music? Try listening to the radio.
Some prefer the sounds of ocean waves, or merely white noise to help them meditate. There is something for everyone. Hopefully after checking out some of the sites in this article, you will be able to narrow down which type of meditation music works best for you.
About Sheila Hrabal I have been writing for over 30 years on various topics as the need or desire arose. I began by writing short articles for my high school paper and yearbook which eventually led to company handbooks, newsletters, and web content writing.
