Music

Buddhist music conveys a calming tone, primarily as a result of the use of overtones, imitation of the sounds of nature, and a monophonic texture. Overtones create extra tones that are sung above the singer's note. This creates harmonies which put the listeners into a meditative state. Imitation of the sounds of nature calm the listener by having their focus on each sound and feel connected to the world around you while also detatched from distractions. A monophonic texture also helps the listener focus on each piece of a note instead of being distracted or overwhelmed by many instruments and sounds overlapping. Overall, all of these elements, more even, help convey a calming tone in Buddhist music.