Mayu Sounds
Mayu Sounds is a community dedicated to guide students in their journey of practice meditation with sound. We believe that sound is a power tool to deepen focus and awareness.
Our vission
Mayu Sounds was founded by choir conductor and sound therapist Mariela Añazco. It all begun with the purpose of guiding students in a deep understanding of how sound can have a truly impact on human's minds to foster a mindful lifestyle.
With practice we gradually become more aware of the present moment by just sitting, laying in a yoga mat, listen or playing in a mindful way. Our students can play a bunch of different vibrational instruments, all selected and curated by Mariela.
We designed a special program to offer a variety of ways to engage with the sound healing practice:
Our monthly classes
We offer three different classes. Every month students can attend one class that rotates in cycles:
Sound Journey (a restorative and calm sound meditation)
Breathwork & Sound Healing
Vocal Toning & Breathwork
Workshops:
The Art of Creating with Sound
Prenatal Sound Meditations
Sound & Tarot
Private coaching sessions
Our Founder
MARIELA AÑAZCO launched Mayu Sounds with the belief that through the power of sound we can cultivate self-awareness, balance our energy, reduce stress and spark our creativity to foster a mindful lifestyle.
Mariela is an experienced musician, she has been working as a choir conductor for many years with amateur students and professional musicians, including extensive work with renowned ensembles specializing in Medieval and Renaissance music. Her musical journey, spanning from Ecuador to Argentina and Europe, has enriched her knowledge and honed her skills. She studied choir conducting and singing under renowned mentors at prestigious institutions such as the Instituto Superior de Arte in Cuba, Instituto Universitario Nacional del Arte in Argentina and at the Utrecht Conservatorium in The Netherlands.
Mariela's journey as a musician sparked a desire for something more, a deeper connection to her own well-being. She discovered the incredible potential of sound experiences to revitalize both body and mind. This led her to embrace a new chapter as a sound therapist, learning her skills from the well-known sound therapists Michel Averard and Nestor Kornblum at their inspiring Dom Center in Alicante, Spain.
It is because of her extensive education and training, along with her diverse professional musical experiences, that Mariela has developed an expertise; one that she has sculpted into her own philosophy. Now Mariela is dedicated to empowering others to find their own harmony through the magic power of sound. This vision is the heart of Mayu Sounds in Den Haag.
MAYU | RIVER
The term 'mayu,' meaning 'river' in Quechua, serves as a metaphor for the flow of energy and the transformative potential of sound waves. The inherent ability of healing sounds created by specific instruments tuned in therapeutic frequencies, can influence the human body, which is largely composed of water.
The vibration produced by these instruments interact with the body's cells, encouraging them to resonate at their natural and healthy frequencies. This process can help you to restore balance within your body, leading to improved mental health and enhanced immune function.
What is Sound Therapy?
Sound therapy is an alternative healing method that uses sound meditations and different healing instruments to promote awareness and well-being. Specific frequencies are played in therapeutic ways to bring you to a deep relaxation, reduce stress, regulate your energy flow and stimulate mental clarity.
Research demonstrates the positive influence of sound on emotions and sensations, stimulating the brain’s emotional center and reducing pain relief. People who had never done a sound meditation, experienced significantly less tension and anxiety, feeling more balance and relaxed after a class. The variety of healing sounds is a valuable tool for supporting wellness in daily life.
