Contact Kimba Arem if you are interested in personalized training/coaching for working with Sound as Medicine for personal and planetary transformation.
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Live, in-person training is preferred, but can also be done via Zoom or other methods.
Mostly, over the years when I do verbal presentations, the topic has been on sound as medicine— including it’s physical, metaphysical, cosmic, and ancient lineages– as well as individual or group didjeridu making and playing workshops.
My style of sharing information is perhaps different from formalized training programs. For private trainings, I usually work one-on-one or with small groups… and I tailor the sessions to the individual or group, based on what their interests are, skill level, and how they hope to incorporate sound into their personal lives or work. I think apprenticing rather than teaching might be a closer word to describe this approach, or the idea of entraining to the field of someone who has developed a skill or practice by employing it for many years. Being in the field of someone can have the effect of a sort of non-verbal transmission of energy and information, in addition to the words used the time spent together.
I have been involved over many years as a sound therapist and as a facilitator in 9-day sound therapy immersives… and even then we just scratch the surface of this vast topic. So I have found that with so much ground to cover and so many potential directions to go, individualizing the training is much more efficient and effective.
As far as cost, I work on a sliding scale. My offerings are usually at $150/hr, but I would prefer that cost not be a prohibiting factor for people who are interested in working together. Please contact me if you wish to discuss possibilities.
A SIDE NOTE REGARDING MY GENERAL PHILOSOPHY, INCLUDING DIDJERIDU TRAINING AS A GUIDE FOR THE THERAPIST:
My general training philosophy is more along the lines of the ancient philosophical traditions that believe that all knowledge lies within, and a true “teacher” only guides the student to remember what is already within them. It is like Michelangelo saying: “The sculpture is already complete within the marble block, before I start my work. It is already there, I just need to chisel away the superfluous material.” Sound therapy, to be done in a way that truly serves, requires a lot of intuition (which seems to be a mostly lost art in the Western world) and “getting out of the way.” In this way, “Thy will” rather than “my will” can flow through the individual and know truly how to show up for each individual– a unique, ever-changing vibratory field, a fractal of the Creator.
This is why, from my experience since 1993, I feel that incorporating the didjeridu can be a great starter tool to practice learning these principles, even if it is only used by the practitioner in their own private meditations and preparation for their work of service with sound… I will explain why in a moment.
For this reason, I often suggest to incorporate didjeridu basic tone and breathing techniques– made out of inexpensive, nice sounding materials, that provide a great way to learn the circular breathing practice and getting started with the fundamental tone, etc. My own experience of playing the didjeridu as my main instrument since 1993– used daily, as a mediative and self-healing practice, as well as incorporated into my music and therapy work– has taught me so much regarding the art of sound therapy. The ancient tone, the full use of breath, the meditative posture, and focused intention, help to clear the physical, emotional, and mental channels of the true instrument– you. It is a monochord… as described by Socrates and Pythagoras as teaching the secrets of the universe. It entrains us to the universal Sound Current, the cosmic OM out of which all things emerge and back to which they ultimately return. Playing this instrument helps stimulate the inner energy channels (nadis, chakras, meridians, shushumna, kundalini, etc.)… which allows one to more easily tap into the underlying vibrational cosmic grid, and download direction how to optimally be of service, moment to moment. Our reality is a complex and ever-new, changing one, so keeping the mind and heart open and expanded will help the therapist to show up in this sacred way. Ultimately we can learn to be a channel for our higher selves or Great Spirit… letting the universe flow through us. As St. Francis said: “Make me an instrument of Thy peace…”
I don’t feel there are any experts in sound therapy– with such a complex art, it seems that the ones who serve the most have done the most work to make their boundaries and sense of “self” thin enough to see the unity of all… and to let the cosmic impulse of the creator flow through them. As I see the role of both musician and music– it is meant to be a message delivered through the messenger (the musician or therapist), but it is not the messenger’s message. It is from the “higher” or more expanded realms. Thus healing comes as an act of Grace, not directly from the so called “healer” or therapist, but through him or her. That is why I will not proclaim myself as a sound “healer” when I do therapy work– my prayer is to be the messenger, and the Spirit and the soul of the individual opening to receive through the sacred chalice of the sound (created intentionally with love and compassion) guides the healing energy coming from Source. This is ultimately, in my perception, the most empowering and effective method for all involved– used in this prayerful, sacred context. Ancient cultures used sound and music for thousands of years primarily for building community, prayer, birthing, dying, ceremonies, healing work, and most likely was involved in building their massive megalithic structures (many of which we still cannot begin to replicate today)…. it is likely our ancestors did not use music only for pure entertainment.
I feel that each one of us that is called to work with sound as medicine (for it truly is a calling) can tap into this powerful field of memory of how sound and music had been used in ancient times, to renew and revitalize this sacred Work for the healing of our world.
Some reviews from former sound therapy students of Kimba:
I am forever grateful for the time I got to study with Kimba. I am just returning from our sessions, and feel there is still much to be integrated from our time together.
I learned so much about everything; vibration, energy, sound, resonance, symbols, sacred geometry, holding and creating a sacred container with clients, ancient knowledge and SO much more. Even when I was just in her energy my soul was learning and being activated by her dynamic presence.
Kimba is so much more than just a teacher. She is a deeply caring and profound soul in this world, and we are so blessed to have her in it.
Thank you Kimba for our beautiful, enlightening time together. I cannot wait until our next study sessions. You’re an amazing light in this world, thank you for shining so brightly!
Love + Peace + Sunshine
–Meegan Gibson
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I recently made a trip to Boulder, Colorado to take a didgeridu class and receive a sound therapy treatment from Kimba; now I know first hand why she is a renowned expert and leader in her field and art.
I just started my journey a few months ago learning the didgeridu, and Kimba’s lesson was unlike any other I have ever experienced. Though she shared practical techniques, the lesson took on more depth with discussion about our breath, history, culture, and the essence of the monochord. Kimba’s same passion and expertise carried over into my beautiful and profound sound/vibrational treatment. I have had many different types of sound treatments, but none that were so all encompassing, relaxing, soulful, and intentional. I am not sure where I went during the treatment, but it was definitely not on this physical plane. Kimba truly embodies the spirit of the didgeridu and has a special gift for sound healing. I am truly grateful for the experience, and highly recommend learning and receiving from Kimba.
–Kat Kellogg
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We discovered Kimba through her music. We had been cultivating a yoga/meditation practice for several years and became interested in the healing effects of sound. We started searching for options on learning to use singing bowls, but having had mixed experiences with commercial schools in the past, we felt compelled to look for a true master in the field. During our search, we came across an interview with Kimba Arem. We felt immediately led to contact her, to see if she would work with us in developing our skills to play singing bowls and work with sound as a modality for both therapy and in teaching yoga.
We were thrilled to receive her reply and had a very nice chat on the phone. Although she was based in Boulder, Colorado and we lived in Florida, we felt this was an opportunity we had to pursue.
The 4 days we spent with Kimba were transformative. The focus initially was on ‘being’ the instrument, versus simply playing one. Kimba had prepared an entire presentation on both the metaphysical and quantifiable results of sound therapy as evidenced in scientific tests. Included was the power of intention and the importance of maintaining a high frequency internally.
We then moved to experiencing the sound of different instruments personally and ended with a workshop on the didgeridu.
Studying with Kimba was not a class, it was as an experience. It was an opportunity to learn from a master who has spent over 25 years dedicated to the healing effects of sound. An experience both my partner and I feel will serve us for the rest of our lives.
— Chuck & Jessica
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Kimba– I don’t even know where to begin… words can’t describe how grateful I am to have met you and have you as a teacher. You helped me in more ways that you probably realize during this transition in my life…
— N.S.