Upcoming Events

Sound & Hygge
Hygge (pronounced "hoo-gah") is the Danish art of creating coziness, comfort, and connection, especially during the colder months. This February, embrace the warmth and relaxation of Hygge with a candlelit sound bath experience with concert violinist, Monique Mead.
Sink into ultimate comfort with beanbags, blankets, and eye masks as soothing sounds of singing bowls and gongs wash over you, leaving you deeply relaxed.
Afterwards, savor the cozy vibes with a steaming mug of homemade gourmet hot chocolate, complete with all the fixings. In the spirit of Hygge, please bring your own mug!

CMU Chamber Music Series "Happening Now"
Monique Mead and Luz Manriquez perform Nancy Galbraith’s “Introduction and Allegro” on this Carnegie Mellon Chamber Concert that is sure to convince you that modern music can be appealing! Admission: Free. Tickets required.

MegaSound and Mindful Movement
Monique Mead and the MegaTeam join forces with Attack Theatre’s Michele de la Reza for a full-moon, full-body experience like no other. Accompanied by live music, Michele guides you through mindful movement to prepare you for an immersive sonic experience where you’ll lie comfortably, surrounded by a choir of 40+ singing bowls vibrating all around you. Monique orchestrates the healing soundscape with pianist Tino Cardenes and six MegaTeam Sound Practitioners.
Tickets: $45

MegaSound and Mindful Movement
Monique Mead and the MegaTeam join forces with Attack Theatre’s Michele de la Reza for a full-moon, full-body experience like no other. Accompanied by live music, Michele guides you through mindful movement to prepare you for an immersive sonic experience where you’ll lie comfortably, surrounded by a choir of 40+ singing bowls vibrating all around you. Monique orchestrates the healing soundscape with pianist Tino Cardenes and six MegaTeam Sound Practitioners.
Tickets: $45

Sound Bath with Therapy Dogs
Enjoy a relaxing sound bath with Monique accompanied by the soothing presence of 4 therapy dogs provided by our host, Merry Puppins! This sensory-friendly event is suitable for adults and older teens. Admission by donation to benefit Autism Pittsburgh’s “Azure Family Concerts.”

International Arts Symposium
Monique Mead and her CMU team present “From Stress to Serenity” at the International Arts Symposium at Ohio University. They will also perform a sound healing session for participants interested in experiencing Monique’s research-backed protocol for reducing campus stress with sound therapy.

H2P Sound Bath
Ever wonder how stress affects your health? Research from the University of Pittsburgh shows that sound baths can reduce stress by an impressive 70%—but don’t just take their word for it. Come experience it for yourself! At the H2P Sound Bath, you’ll recline on the pews of Heinz Chapel, take in the stunning stained glass, and let the soothing vibrations of crystal singing bowls ease your tension, calm your mind, and restore your inner peace.
This unique event is led by violinist Monique Mead and PittMed students training in both traditional medicine and sound healing. It’s the perfect way to reset, recharge, and take a well-deserved break. Ready to feel 70% less stressed? Bring your friends and join us for this transformative experience!

Level 1 Summer Practitioner Training
Develop your sound healing skills in this 3-day intensive practitioner training. You’ll learn from master musician and sound healing expert, Monique Mead and come away with tools to enhance your own self-care through sound. In 3 days and 12 hours of instruction, this personalized Sound Practitioner Certification Program will train you in research-based practices that reliably shift consciousness and produce transformative results.

Level 2 Summer Practitioner Training
Expand your sound healing skills in this 3-day practitioner training that equips you with all the tools you'll need to facilitate a full 60-minute sound bath and awards you with practitioner certification upon completion.

Music & Wellness at Rancho La Puerta
Join Monique & Friends for a transformative week of music, fitness, hiking, organic food, and good company at Rancho La Puerta, voted #1 Destination Spa and Wellness Resort by Travel & Leisure magazine. It’s like no place you’ve ever been before—a mix of summer camp, the Garden of Eden, and the perfect home. If this is your first visit, ask Monique about a 20% first-timer discount.

Mega Surround Sound Bath Concert
Back by popular demand, Monique Mead leads 18 professional musicians and sound practitioners to envelop you in an immersive soundscape like no other.
Stretch out on a pew, gaze up at the stained glass windows, and absorb the healing sounds resonating from 60+ singing bowls as they blend with the sublime melodies of violin, harp, and flute. Find stillness as the sounds guide you to a space of timeless presence.
Tickets: $20/$10. Pitt students FREE

Music & Wellness at Rancho La Puerta
Join Monique and other musicians for a transformative week of chamber music, mind/body wellness, sound healing, and homegrown organic meals in the company of likeminded people. Rancho La Puerta has been voted #1 Destination Spa and Wellness Resort by Travel & Leisure magazine for 10 years in a row: It’s like no place you’ve ever been—a mix of summer camp, the Garden of Eden, and the perfect home. If this is your first visit, ask Monique about a 20% first-timer discount for this “happy place.”

Rancho La Puerta Chamber Music Festival
Spend a glorious week immersed in music, nature and wellness at Rancho La Puerta. Chamber Music Week features daily concerts, musical talks and wellness activities along with homegrown gourmet cuisine and spa amenities. Artists include The King’s Singers, pianist Jon Kimura Parker, violist Aloysia Friedmann, and the delightful violin/guitar duo ArcoStrum. If this is your first visit, contact Monique for a special discount.

Free Community Sound Bath
Carnegie Library East Liberty hosts a free community sound bath with Monique. Enjoy this immersive experience of pure sound vibration that induces deep relaxation and activates the body's natural healing power. You'll lie comfortably as Monique guides you to stillness with singing bowls, ocean drum and beautiful violin serenades.
We ask that you bring your own comfort items for lying on the floor, such as a mat, pillow, blanket and eye cover.

Candlelight Sound Bath
Relax in the glimmer of 100+ candles as you’re immersed in healing sound vibration and Monique’s violin.

Free Sound Bath at Juniper Village
Juniper Village in Forest Hills invites you explore wellbeing in new ways by offering free admission to a sound bath event with Monique Mead.
RSVP required. Contact Juniper at (412) 244-9901.

Candlelight Sound Bath
Relax in the glimmer of 100+ candles as you’re immersed in healing sound vibration and Monique’s violin.

Mega Surround Sound Bath Concert
Dedicated to promoting peace in the New Year, Monique Mead leads 15 professional musicians and sound practitioners to envelop you in an immersive soundscape like no other.
Stretch out on a pew, gaze up at the stained glass windows, and absorb the healing sounds resonating from 60+ singing bowls as they blend with the sublime melodies of violin, harp, and flute. Find stillness as the sounds guide you to a space of timeless presence.
Tickets: $20/$10. Pitt students FREE

Sound Healing Weekend Intensive
Start off the New Year developing your sound healing skills in in this 3-day practitioner training that begins with a relaxing sound bath and culminates in a Mega Surround Sound Bath at Heinz Chapel where we'll all play together! Training takes place in Monique’s cozy yet spacious studio, where you'll get hands-on training with access to over 50 instruments, including quartz and metal singing bowls, gongs, drums, and chimes.
In 3 days and 12 hours of instruction, this personalized Sound Practitioner Certification Program will train you in powerful musical practices that reliably shift consciousness and produce transformative results.

Rancho La Puerta
Spend a week with Monique Mead & Friends at this glorious wellness resort, and enjoy evening concerts, sound baths, and musical talks, plus daily hikes, organic food, and wellness activities. If you are a first-timer, contact Monique for a special presenter discount.

Sonic Playtime!
This hands-on workshop is hands-down the best way to learn to play singing bowls in a fun, creative environment. On four consecutive Saturdays, you’ll practice creating relaxing soundscapes, building one segment at a time until we have a full sound bath to perform for your friends. Saturdays at 3-4:30 PM, Nov. 2-23. $195

Sound Practitioner Training--Level 2 "Healing Harmonies"
Building on the fundamentals learned in Level 1, this training offers new techniques to equip you with musical knowledge and powerful skills that shift consciousness and produce transformative results in your sound healing practice. With your Level 2 Certificate in the Mead Sound Method, you’ll gain access to a full sound bath protocol that effectively reduces stress by 70%, according to a recent study at Carnegie Mellon University. The course is offered in person and online and requires solid fundamental skills with singing bowls. More information.

Mozart Sinfonia Concertante
Celebrating their collaboration of 10 years, Monique performs Mozart’s Sinfonia Concertante together with violist Warren Davidson and the Edgewood Symphony, conducted by Walter Morales.

Selichot Sound Bath
Prepare for the Jewish New Year with Havdalah and a meditative soundscape featuring singing bowls and other healing instruments. The event is led by Anitra Birnbaum in collaboration with violinist/sound practitioner Monique Mead. Please bring your own comfort items to relax on the floor. The event is free and open to anyone who wishes to attend. Register to reserve a spot.

Sound Practitioner Training--Level 1
Learn to play singing bowls in this 3-week training program that enables you to effect positive change through sound. The course is offered in person and online, and no previous musical experience is necessary. With your Level 1 Certificate, you’ll be able to create short intention-based soundscapes with 1 or 2 bowls. Ideal for use at home, in a classroom, yoga studio, therapy practice, or wherever you hope to create peace. More information

Rancho La Puerta
Spend a week with Monique Mead, guitarist Mak Grgic, and pianist Frederic Chiu at this glorious wellness resort, and enjoy evening concerts, sound baths, and musical talks, plus daily hikes, organic food, and wellness activities.

Porch Concert: Cello Fury
Cello Fury is a dynamic instrumental rock band known for their innovative fusion of classical cello with rock, pop and movie music. Cello Fury blends the rich tones of the cello with the energy and power of rock music, pushing the boundaries of musical genres.

Flower Sound Bath
An experience of beauty, sound, and senses devoted to your inner attunement. The flower barn will be centered with a seasonally vibrant flower mandala from the blooms at Forest & Flowers Retreat, offering unique medicine as you're immersed in sound vibration that induces deep relaxation and activates the body's natural healing power. Tickets $45

Sound Healing Workshop
Carnegie Library Oakland hosts a free 60-minute “Sound Healing for Self-Care Workshop” to promote well-being in the Pittsburgh community. Join us in the North Wing Music Room on the 2nd Floor, and be sure to bring your own mat or cushion if you’d like sit on the floor. Chairs are available.

Free Community Sound Bath
Carnegie Library Oakland hosts a free 60-minute sound bath with Monique to promote well-being in the Pittsburgh community. Join us in the North Wing Music Room on the 2nd Floor, and be sure to bring your own mat and comfort items to lie on the floor.

Poolside Sound Bath & Drinks
Float in the pool, sit in the jacuzzi, or lie on the lawn as you gaze up at the dance of clouds and birds while Monique’s team orchestrates a sonic journey from all parts of the garden. Then enjoy drinks and small bites under a starry sky. Cost: $45/bring a friend for $20.

Porch Concert: Sweet Songs on the Lawn
Lullaby Project Pittsburgh presents “Sweet Songs on the Lawn” featuring songs and stories from a remarkable project that heals trauma and bonds parents to babies one song at a time.

Porch Concert: Brazilian Jazz & Samba
Enjoy an evening of Brazilian Jazz and Samba with songstress Lilly Abreu and her Brazilian Jazz Quartet. Lilly will sing classics of Bossa Nova like Quiet Nights and The Girl from Ipanema, as well as Sambas like the Mas que Nada. Immerse yourself in beautiful music from Brazil and learn a few samba steps as well!

Porch Concert: Beatles Band
The Nowhere Men pay tribute to the band that changed everything, The Beatles. From the British Invasion to Abbey Road & everything in between, expect to hear recreations of some of the most memorable songs of our lifetime.

Porch Concert: Monique & Family
What began as Monique’s pandemic project to motivate her teens to practice has now turned into an annual porch concert series that brings her family and the neighborhood together.

Family Concert
Join Monique & Family for world-class performances on harp, piano, and two violins. You’ll hear music from classical to tango, and jazz to Disney with lots of opportunity to interact in this Family Funtime concert sponsored by Autism Pittsburgh. All behaviors welcome. FREE.

High-Intensity Sound Bath
While Monique's signature Sound Bath is intended deep relaxation, this class is designed to activate and move stagnant emotional energy out of the body.

Friday with Friends Sound Bath
Want to introduce someone to Sound Healing? Every month Monique offers Friday with Friends at 7 PM where you can bring a friend to a sound bath for free. Spots fill up quickly! $30

Sound Bath for Dogs
Parterning with Merry Puppins School for Dogs to offer a canine-friendly sound bath for dogs and their owners. Includes dog-safe aromatherapy, photo op, oracle card reading, and tea (for humans and dogs). Limited to 10 participants.

Father’s Day Reiki Sound Bath
Celebrate Mother's Day with a doubly-relaxing sound bath. Reiki Master Jan Assini balances your energy with light-touch Reiki on head and shoulders while Monique cocoons you in sound vibration with singing bowls and violin.

Azure Interactive Youth Concert “Team Music”
Partnering with Carnegie Library’s Summer Reading program, Monique and her son Tino Cardenes present a sensory-friendly program titled “Team Music,” drawing inspiration from team sports. All behaviors welcome!

High-Intensity Sound Bath
While Monique's signature Sound Bath is intended deep relaxation, this class is designed to activate and move stagnant emotional energy out of the body.