The Koshi River chime from the Earth Symphony collection draws inspiration from the continuous movement of rivers. Its twelve rods, tuned to 440 Hz, unfold a fluid and nuanced resonance. Its melody invites a listening to change and may evoke passage and hope.
The River melody in detail
NOTES AND HARMONICS
With River, the Earth Symphony collection continues its journey through the great landscapes of Nature. Mountain, Forest, River and Ocean form four distinct sonic worlds, designed to be listened to alone or in dialogue. The Koshi River chime is tuned to 440 Hz and has twelve rods, four of which are identically doubled at the same frequencies, also known as “sympathetic resonators.” This sonic architecture gives it greater depth and a rich, immersive resonance. Comprising of the notes D# D# G# G# A# A# B B D# G# A# B the River melody corresponds to G# minor. Its twelve rods are tuned by hand, with reference to 440 Hz, until they find their right place within the harmonic ensemble. The four Earth Symphony melodies were designed to weave a natural harmony. Mountain, Forest, River and Ocean can respond freely to one another: each chime retains its own character while contributing to the balance of the ensemble.
SOUND CHARACTER
River stands out with a fluid and positive sound character. Its melody may evoke movement and transformation. Its twelve rods extend the resonance and give the Koshi River chime a broad and flowing sound.
Handcrafted production and specifications
HAND-TUNED IN THE PYRENEES
Each Koshi River chime is hand-crafted at the foot of the French Pyrenees. The craftsperson solders twelve steel rods with silver onto a metal base, then tunes them one by one, with meticulous attention to their pitch and accuracy. The fine- wood resonance chamber amplifies the vibrations and gives the Koshi chime its long, clear and warm resonance.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Melody: River, Earth Symphony collection
Notes: G# minor, D# D# G# G# A# A# B B D# G# A# B
Tuning: with reference to 440 Hz
Rods: 12 steel rods, soldered with silver
Resonance chamber: wood species: cherry
Clapper: brass and coconut shell
Plastic: plastic-free
Height: approximately 16 cm
Diameter: approximately 6.3 cm
Total length with cord: approximately 35.5 cm
Weight: approximately 145 g
Production: handcrafted at the foot of the Pyrenees, France How to play the Koshi River chime BASIC MOVEMENTS
Hold the Koshi River chime by its cord and let it hang freely. Turn it gently with a slight movement of the wrist: the central clapper sets the rods into vibration and brings forth a cascade of broad and deep notes. The broader the movement, the more the rods are set in motion. Or swing it gently in a pendulum motion to play individual notes. The Koshi chime can also simply be suspended, allowing the wind to play it through melodies that are always unexpected.
DURING MEDITATIONThe melody of the Koshi River chime can, for example, introduce and conclude a meditation session.
IN SOUND THERAPY AND SOUND YOGA
In sound practices, the Koshi River chime naturally finds its place alongside singing bowls, gongs or other harmonic instruments. Its lightness allows practitioners to move it easily through the space, to let the sound circulate, mark a change of rhythm or guide listening toward silence.
