Dream Machine - Why we tune to A=432hz

Fuzz City Records
1 May 201706:16

TLDRMatthew and Doris Melton from Dream Machine discuss the use of A=432Hz tuning over the standard A=440Hz. They were inspired by Bulgarian conductor Ian Yanev's orchestra, which adopted 432Hz after scientific studies showed increased brain activity in listeners. The Meltons also mention historical and natural occurrences of 432Hz, including its use in ancient times and by classical composers. They note the shift to 440Hz during WWII by Nazi propagandist Joseph Goebbels, despite opposition. The video encourages musicians to experiment with 432Hz for its potential benefits in resonance and emotional impact.

Takeaways

  • 🎶 The Dream Machine prefers tuning to A=432Hz instead of the standard A=440Hz.
  • 🧠 Studies show increased brain activity when listening to music tuned to 432Hz.
  • 📜 Historical recordings, including Orthodox chants, are often naturally tuned to 432Hz.
  • 🌱 Plants grow faster when exposed to 432Hz music, indicating its natural resonance.
  • 🐦 Birds' songs are often found to be at 432Hz, suggesting a natural frequency.
  • 🔍 Further research shows a measurable difference in brain activity when exposed to 432Hz music.
  • 🛠 Tuning instruments to 432Hz requires manual adjustment, as seen with their Yamaha organ and piano.
  • 🎼 Classical composers like Bach and Brahms used 432Hz, indicating its historical significance.
  • 🕰 The shift to A=440Hz tuning began around WWII, influenced by Nazi propaganda.
  • 📉 Exposure to extremely low frequencies (ELFs) from modern devices can cause emotional distress, unlike the natural 432Hz.

Q & A

  • Why did Matthew and Doris Melton from Dream Machine decide to use A=432 Hz tuning?

    -They decided to use A=432 Hz tuning after learning about its profound effect on listeners from scientific studies conducted by an experimental orchestra in Bulgaria led by conductor Ian Yanev. The studies showed increased brain activity in test subjects when they listened to music in 432 Hz.

  • What was the method used in the Bulgarian orchestra's scientific studies to measure the effect of 432 Hz music on brain activity?

    -The studies used an electroencephalogram (EEG) to monitor the brain activity of test subjects as they listened to compositions in both 432 Hz and 440 Hz tuning.

  • What did Yanev discover when he examined archived sound material from The Institute of Art studies?

    -Yanev discovered that human speech and Orthodox chanting, recorded from 1954 to 1979, were unknowingly tuned precisely to A=432 Hz.

  • How did the Meltons go about tuning their instruments to 432 Hz?

    -They started by tuning their 1969 Yamaha YC3 organ, which required manually adjusting the oscillators with a hex key. Tuning the piano was more challenging, as each key has two or three strings that had to be tuned, taking them two days to complete.

  • What is the historical significance of A=432 Hz tuning in classical music?

    -The oldest known person to tune instruments to 432 Hz is Plato, and many classical composers like Bach, Beethoven, and Verdi used this tuning.

  • Why was the original tuning of A=432 Hz changed to A=440 Hz during World War II?

    -The change was proposed by a World Music Organization led by Nazi propagandist Joseph Goebbels. Despite opposition from 23,000 French musicians, the tuning was changed to A=440 Hz, which has been commonly used since.

  • What are the benefits of using 432 Hz tuning according to the script?

    -The script suggests that 432 Hz tuning has a positive effect on brain activity, plants grow faster when surrounded by this frequency, and it is found everywhere in nature. It is also believed to cause less emotional distress and fatigue compared to the artificial extremely low frequencies present in modern technology.

  • How does the script relate the use of 432 Hz to ancient religions and mathematics?

    -The script mentions that in Hinduism and other ancient religions, many numbers can be connected with 432. It also relates the number to the Fibonacci spiral and the procession of the equinox in the universe.

  • What is the main purpose of using 432 Hz tuning according to the Meltons?

    -The main purpose is to tune themselves and their audiences back into an optimal state, maximizing the effect of their music on the audience.

  • What was the reaction of the Italian composer Verdi to the A=440 Hz tuning?

    -Verdi petitioned the Italian government to change the tuning back to A=432 Hz because he felt it was better for singers' voices and the longevity of classical instruments.

  • What is the impact of extremely low frequencies (ELFs) on human beings as mentioned in the script?

    -The script suggests that ELFs, which are barely detectable by the human ear and radiate from electronic devices, cause emotional distress and fatigue because they do not resonate with the natural frequencies that humans respond to.

Outlines

00:00

🎵 The Impact of 432 Hz Tuning on Brain Activity and Nature

Matthew and Doris Melton from Dream Machine discuss their adoption of 432 Hz tuning over the standard 440 Hz. They were inspired by an experimental orchestra in Bulgaria led by conductor Ian Yanev, who, after scientific studies using EEG to monitor brain activity, found that 432 Hz music increased brain activity in test subjects. Yanev's further research revealed that Orthodox chanting and human speech were naturally tuned to 432 Hz. Additional studies showed that plants grow faster with 432 Hz music and that this frequency is prevalent in nature, including birds singing at this pitch. Yanev concluded that 432 Hz music has a measurable effect on brain electric activity. The Meltons then tuned their instruments to 432 Hz to experience its effects firsthand, noting the historical use of this tuning by classical composers and its change to 440 Hz during World War II by Nazi propagandist Joseph Goebbels, despite opposition from French musicians. They encourage musicians to experiment with 432 Hz tuning.

05:01

🌿 The Natural Resonance of 432 Hz and Its Historical Significance

The Meltons delve into the significance of 432 Hz tuning, highlighting its natural resonance and historical importance. They mention the prevalence of extremely low frequencies (ELFs) from modern technology causing emotional distress and fatigue due to their disharmony with natural human frequencies. The concept of 432 Hz is presented as a way to tune back to an optimal state, maximizing the music's effect on the audience. The number 432 is connected to various ancient traditions and mathematical patterns, such as Hinduism's yugas and the Fibonacci sequence. The video concludes by encouraging musicians to try 432 Hz tuning, make comparisons, and share their experiences in the comments section.

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Keywords

💡A=432hz

A=432hz refers to a tuning pitch where the note 'A' is set at 432 Hertz. It is an alternative to the standard tuning of A=440hz. In the video, it is suggested that this tuning has a profound effect on listeners, as demonstrated by increased brain activity in test subjects who listened to music in this tuning. The concept is explored as a way to tune back into an optimal state for music's effect on audiences.

💡Concert pitch

Concert pitch is the standard pitch reference used by musicians, typically A=440hz in modern times. In the script, the presenters discuss their choice to use A=432hz instead, which is a lower pitch and is suggested to have more harmonious and beneficial effects on human beings and nature.

💡EEG

EEG stands for Electroencephalogram, a medical procedure that measures and records the electrical activity of the brain. The script mentions that EEG was used in research to monitor brain activity of test subjects while they listened to music in different tunings, showing a difference in brain response to A=432hz versus A=440hz.

💡Ian Yanev

Ian Yanev is a conductor from Bulgaria who is mentioned in the script for leading an experimental orchestra that adopted the A=432hz tuning. His orchestra's decision was based on scientific studies that indicated a positive effect on human brain activity when listening to music tuned to A=432hz.

💡Human tendency

The term 'human tendency' in the script refers to the natural inclinations or behaviors of humans. It is mentioned in the context of scientific studies that measured brain activity in response to different musical tunings, suggesting that humans have a natural tendency to respond positively to the A=432hz tuning.

💡Orthodox chanting

Orthodox chanting is a form of religious singing used in the Eastern Orthodox Church. In the script, it is noted that archived recordings of Orthodox chanting were found to be naturally tuned to A=432hz, indicating a historical and possibly spiritual connection to this tuning.

💡Plant growth

The script mentions that plants grow faster when surrounded by music played at A=432hz. This suggests a beneficial effect of this tuning on living organisms other than humans, indicating a harmonious relationship between this frequency and nature.

💡Extremely low frequencies (ELFs)

Extremely low frequencies, or ELFs, are frequencies that are below the range of human hearing. The script discusses how these frequencies, emitted by modern electronic devices, can cause emotional distress and fatigue because they do not resonate with natural human frequencies, contrasting with the natural harmony of A=432hz.

💡Plato

Plato, the ancient Greek philosopher, is mentioned as one of the earliest known individuals to tune instruments to A=432hz. This historical reference places the use of this tuning in a long-standing tradition and connects it to the philosophical and spiritual beliefs of ancient cultures.

💡World War II

The script explains that the shift from A=432hz to A=440hz is attributed to a proposal made during World War II by Nazi propagandist Joseph Goebbels. This historical context provides insight into the political and ideological motivations behind the change in concert pitch standard.

💡Fibonacci spiral

The Fibonacci spiral is a mathematical sequence and a visual pattern that appears in nature. The script connects the number 432 with the Fibonacci sequence, suggesting a natural and mathematical significance to the choice of A=432hz tuning.

Highlights

Dream Machine discusses the use of A=432Hz tuning versus the standard A=440Hz.

A=432Hz tuning was discovered after studies by an experimental orchestra in Bulgaria led by conductor Ian Yanev.

Scientific studies showed increased brain activity in subjects listening to 432Hz music.

Yanev's research revealed that human speech and Orthodox chanting naturally align with A=432Hz.

Further studies indicate plants grow faster with 432Hz music and it is a frequency found in nature.

Birds have been found to sing at the 432Hz frequency.

Yanev concluded a measurable difference in brain electric activity with 432Hz music exposure.

Dream Machine's instruments, including a 1969 Yamaha organ, were tuned to 432Hz for experimentation.

Tuning a piano to 432Hz is a more laborious task due to the age and rigidity of the tuning keys.

Plato is known as one of the earliest to tune instruments to 432Hz, followed by classical composers.

The shift to A=440Hz began with a proposal by Nazi propagandist Joseph Goebbels during WWII.

Despite opposition, the tuning change from 432Hz to 440Hz was implemented.

Composers like Verdi advocated for returning to 432Hz for its benefits to singers and instruments.

The natural tuning of A=432Hz is believed to maximize the effect of music on audiences.

432Hz is connected to various ancient numbers and ratios in Hinduism and other religions.

The significance of 432 can also be found in mathematics and the universe's procession of the Equinox.

Dream Machine encourages musicians to experiment with 432Hz and share their experiences.

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