Zen Meditation Music
Zen meditation music is used in a form of Zen called Blowing Zen. This form of Zen uses the shakuhachi flute to enhance the meditation experience and sooth the body and spirit. This form of meditation music was practiced for centuries by the Buddhists, and is still used today.
When you go to select Zen meditation music, you will want to select music that allows you to be comforted and calmed. Flute music is typically used because of its soft, peaceful tones. You can find the shakuhachi flute melodies done as solos, duets, and occasionally with three or more players. These melodies are played specifically to help enhance the meditation experience.
If you want something a little different than shakuhachi flute Zen meditation music, you can select tracks of your own. However, there are a few criteria that the music has to meet in order for it to achieve the sensations that you want. First, it must be calming music. The genre does not matter, as long as the melodies are instrumentals. Music with words tends to distract from Zen meditation, and therefor is inappropriate music for this style of meditation.
Typically, Zen meditation music is played through speakers. While you can wear ear buds or headsets, it is often suggested that it is played by speaker so that you do not encounter any discomfort from wearing the ear buds or headsets for long periods of time.
When you are selecting Zen meditation music, something you will want to consider is what you want to achieve by meditation. This can often help you select the best music for your mood. If you desire serenity, tranquil music is the style you want. If you seek to achieve improved self esteem, you will want to play a more uplifting melody. However, no matter what style of meditation you are looking for, the music must not distract you from the meditations.
You can acquire Zen meditation music by downloading it online to your computer, playing it online from one of many streaming files through your web browser, or you can purchase a cd. CDs can be purchased at local stores or can be purchased online and mailed directly to your home.
There are many people who casually compose and play Zen meditation music and make their songs available to the Zen meditation community for free. You can choose to use this Zen meditation music, or support professional players by purchasing their albums or songs.