This Cho-pa style Tibetan singing bowl is a piece approximately 29,5 cm in diameter, which you may enjoy for home meditation, breathing practice, or for marking a quiet moment in the evening. The slightly inward-curving rim and the well-proportioned body are typical of the Cho-pa family of singing bowls. When you hold it, you can feel the small irregularities of the hand-worked surface that make every piece unique.
A soft chime in the morning quiet
The bowl rings out for a long time after a single gentle strike, and you only need a few minutes for the sound to calm your surroundings. Many owners use it before the morning coffee or in the minutes before sleep, because the tone helps quiet the mind. It works well on a meditation cushion or on a rug; the bowl sits stably on a soft pad.
Features of the Cho-pa form
The Cho-pa is a traditional bowl shape with a slightly inward-curving rim and a flattened base. This form gives the characteristic full fundamental tone. The surface is matte, of natural metallic colour, with fine marks here and there as traces of hand-work. As a result, every piece arrives with a slightly different pattern; no two bowls are identical.
For home meditation and rest
The bowl fits well in the living room, the bedroom, or in a meditation corner. During breathing exercises, its tone marks the rhythm of inhalation and exhalation. If you practise yoga, you can close the opening and ending of a session with a single strike. For sound massage at a beginner level it is suitable as well, though for serious therapeutic work it is worth using several bowls of differing tones together.
How to care for the bowl over the years
Wipe the bowl with a soft cotton cloth after use, removing any moisture marks with a gentle motion. Do not place it in the dishwasher and avoid abrasive cleaners. If you do not use it for a long period, store it in a dry place, resting on its accompanying cushion so that the base is not scratched. Keep the striker separately so that its covering stays intact.
Who this size suits
We recommend this piece if you are looking for a reliable, traditionally shaped Tibetan singing bowl for your own home practice or as a gift for someone close to you. The size approximately 29,5 cm in diameter is easy to handle, portable, and the tone is rich enough that working with it alone is enjoyable. The bowl arrives from Nepal, made in a traditional workshop.