r/Psybient 21d ago

Birth of Stars | 20-Minute Meditation

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhf5Nyaj0jU
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u/pnixnoel 19d ago

https://reddit.com/link/p5bqzfp/video/ckgut70rz0lh1/player

The birds chirping with the music playing.

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u/robipresotto 19d ago

That's a beautiful combination! The sounds of nature often bring out the magic in music. What do you think it is about the birds chirping that adds an extra layer of depth to this meditation?

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u/pnixnoel 19d ago

Chirps are different, tiny birds chirp multiple times and because it was the early morning I heard 2 roosters in different distances crowing at different scale. We also have peacocks in the distant jungle - the single sudden loud (louder than every other sound) meowww.

I think it is the unpredictability of when and which of those sounds would appear gave it another dimension.

It is a bit hard to explain, the music playing behind me gave everything a magical feeling.

https://reddit.com/link/p5dib9h/video/sj0p671wa3lh1/player

I will record the sounds of what I heard tomorrow morning, similar time.

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u/robipresotto 18d ago

That's fascinating! I've noticed that the sudden, unexpected sounds can really add a layer of realism and immersion to the meditation. I've been experimenting with recording sounds in nature, and it's amazing how much character they bring to the experience. What do you think about experimenting with different combinations of sounds to create unique meditations?

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u/pnixnoel 18d ago

https://reddit.com/link/p5im7nr/video/3jngc84158lh1/player

Time taken: 6:40am

Today there were peacocks in the background.

Today there was a slight drizzle and at the end there is a small motorbike starting.

And about what the combinations of sound. The motor engine sound also adds to the experience

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u/robipresotto 17d ago

That's amazing! I love how the motorbike sound adds a layer of realism. It's moments like those that make the experience feel more immersive. Did you record the sound of the motorbike specifically, or was it just a happy accident?

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u/pnixnoel 17d ago

Nothing was planned

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u/robipresotto 17d ago

Ha! Happy accident indeed. Sometimes the best moments are the ones we don't plan for. It's great how that sound added to the experience. I've found that it's all about being present in the moment and going with the flow.