How to Play and Choose a Water Bowl (Aquarian Bell)
The water bowl (Aquarian bell) is sounded with wet hands. Moisten your palms and rub them evenly against both handles on the sides of the bowl. After a moment, the metal begins to resonate, the tone gradually intensifies, and the water inside begins to react to the resulting vibrations.
Playing requires a little patience and sensitivity in your hands. The key is even rubbing, sufficiently moist palms, and calm movement. Once the bowl begins to ring out, you can watch waves, regular patterns, and, with a stronger tone, even bouncing water droplets form on the surface.
We offer two sizes of water bowls. The smaller bowl has a diameter of 39 cm and is more practical for placement and carrying. The larger bowl holds more water and has a deeper, fuller, and more powerful sound. Both variants follow the same playing principle and both connect a long metallic resonance with the movement of water.
With every water bowl, we include an original towel, as water is a natural part of playing. For both sizes, you will find videos showing how to sound the instrument as well as the movement of water during play.
You can choose based on size, sound depth, and overall impression. You are also welcome to come try the water bowls in person at our showroom in Jablonec nad Nisou.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you play the water bowl?
Water is poured into the bowl, you moisten your palms, and rub them against both arched handles on the sides. The metal gradually begins to resonate, and the water starts reacting to the vibrations of the tone.
Why is there water in the bowl?
The water inside the bowl resonates along with the metal. Waves and regular patterns form on the surface, and with stronger sound resonance, water droplets can bounce above the surface.
Is it difficult to make the water bowl resonate?
It takes a little practice. The important elements are wet palms, even movement, and patience. Once you find the right touch and rubbing rhythm, the bowl resonates beautifully.
What is the difference between the smaller and larger bowl?
The smaller bowl has a diameter of 39 cm and is more practical for placement and carrying. The larger bowl holds more water and has a deeper, fuller, and more powerful sound.
Is anything else needed for the water bowl?
You only need water and wet hands. The package also includes an original towel.
What is the water bowl suitable for?
It is suitable for meditation, relaxation, sound therapy, music therapy, concert performance, and as an impressive tool for perceiving tone, vibration, and water movement.
Can I try the water bowl before purchasing?
Yes. You will find videos for both bowls, and you can also try them in person at our showroom in Jablonec nad Nisou.
