John Minks
For more than 20 years, John Minks has devoted his life to the exploration of sound, vibration, and the transformative power of music. What began as a deep personal fascination with sound has evolved into a full-time practice dedicated to creating immersive sonic experiences for retreats, private gatherings, wellness spaces, luxury hospitality, and audiences around the world.John’s work is rooted in the belief that sound is not simply something we hear—it is something we feel. His signature experiences move far beyond the conventional sound bath, combining gongs, didgeridoo, handpans, Tibetan singing bowls, crystal instruments, tuned plates, flutes, shruti box, khomus, tuning forks, and other acoustic instruments to create rich, multidimensional soundscapes.At the center of his practice are the gongs. John approaches each instrument as a living voice, exploring its enormous range of frequencies, harmonics, textures, and subtle vibrations. His sessions are intuitive and dynamic, allowing the sound to unfold organically rather than following a predetermined formula. The result is an immersive experience that can move from deeply grounding and meditative to expansive, powerful, and otherworldly.John is also the maker of his own line of specialized gong mallets, bringing an unusual level of craftsmanship and intimacy to his work as a sonic artist. Designing and handcrafting his own mallets has allowed him to develop an exceptionally deep relationship with his instruments and to understand how even subtle changes in materials, shape, weight, and construction can dramatically alter a gong’s voice.Upcoming Programs by John Minks
Deep Space Sound Immersion and Practitioner Training
Apr 02 - Apr 04, 2027
The Deep Space Sound Immersion and Practitioner Training Retreat is an immersive weekend designed for sound practitioners, facilitators, musicians, and dedicated students who want to deepen both their personal practice and facilitation skills. Blending practitioner training with opportunities to receive and restore, this retreat offers a unique balance of learning, practice, and transformation. Throughout the […]
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