“It all started with the drum…
The drum always accompanying us in ceremony, the beat enticing us into liminal spaces + worlds between… The drum (Ngoma), song (iNgoma) and dance, a huge part of each ceremony we hold. A true ally upon the journey travelled.
Mathapelo Mabaso
Nyiko Wellness Refinery Founder
Nyiko – (noun.)
/nyiko/
Xitsonga word for gift.
Transformation / Innovation / Inspiration / Curiosity / Authenticity / Sustainability / Balance/ Connection
Our ancestors were not mere bystanders in the symphony of life; they were orchestral masters who understood the intimate connection between sound, energy, and well-being. Guided by their profound wisdom, they believed that each specific tone and rhythm possessed the potential to harmonise the body’s energy centres, igniting a cascade of healing vibrations that reverberated from within. It was as if the very notes of existence were at their fingertips, and they wielded these notes to restore balance and vitality.
In this captivating dance of sound and spirit, instruments emerged as sacred vessels of healing energy. The hosho, with its delicate rattling, the beating drum, and the soothing resonance of the Mbira were not just instruments; they were conduits through which the essence of the divine flowed into the hearts of those seeking solace. The human voice, too, was a celestial instrument, capable of summoning energies that transcended the limitations of the physical realm. The voices of old women belting it out in celebration during ceremonies rose like incense, intertwining with the winds that carried their supplications to the heavens.
Nyiko Wellness Refinery synthesizes contemporary and ancient indigenous instruments such as the mbira, rain stick, the drum, crystal singing bowls, Tibetan bowls, Chimes, Lenaka, tuning folks and hosho. These instruments are not merely auditory expressions; they are a conduit for channelling healing energies, a bridge between the seen and the unseen, and a testament to the profound connection African people maintain withthe earth.
As you delve into the layers of sound healing you will begin to understand that it is more than just a practice – it’s a living testament to the intricate relationship between sound, body and spirit. It beckons us to listen not only with our ears but with our hearts, to attune ourselves to the vibrations that transcend the material world. It reminds us that healing is not always about science and medicine, but also about the intangible, the immeasurable, and the timeless.
In a world where the echoes of ancient traditions are often drowned out by the cacophony of modern life, the healing melodies persist, offering a harmonious reminder of the power of sound to mend the body, mind and the soul. Nyiko Wellness Refinery represents Mathapelo stepping into her true purpose; to share the medicine of sound, her gifts with the world and to assist people in creating their own daily practice at home for a more balanced life.