Meditative Music: Sound Healing with Shannon Harris @ Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Shannon Harris performing with his custom instruments at the Chicago Symphony Orchestra
History in the Making — May 13th, 6:30 PM at the Chicago Symphony Orchestra
On May 13th, I step onto the legendary stage of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra to make history as the first Afro-American ever invited to facilitate a sound bath in the Grand Hall. This was no ordinary performance — it's happened on the very stage where Florence Price, the first Afro-American woman composer, had her work performed during the 1933 World’s Fair.
This powerful evening was dedicated to two incredible women: my mother and Florence Price.
Shannon playing his boutique air synthesizer and trichord string instrument
Guests were immersed in the powerful lineage of musical instruments, exploring their connection to medicinal music and frequency therapy. During this unforgettable tribute, I unveiled my custom-made Trichord and the revolutionary Air Synthesizer. The Air Synthesizer, which uses ultrasound technology to create ethereal, touchless sound, brought a whole new dimension to the experience. For the evening, I featured the enchanting tones of the harp blended with the melodic calls of birds—creating a sonic journey that resonated deeply with the soul.
Shannon playing harmonic tube instruments.
The evening began with a slow, deliberate procession. I played harmonic tube instruments, their resonant tones reverberating through the space like a sacred invocation. As I moved toward the stage, the sounds seemed to hover in the air—voices not my own, but something otherworldly. Some said it was as if angels were speaking, their echoes dancing off the walls.
Shannon Harris entering the stage after the procession
Shannon giving the audience context to the evening.
I opened with a spoken journey, weaving together the architectural elegance, acoustic resonance, musical lineage, and healing potential of sound and sacred space. Through story and sound, I traced the threads connecting history, science, and sacred medicine—inviting the audience into a tapestry where every element sang with purpose.
I performed to a SOLD OUT audience
I performed before a full house, every space filled with anticipation, the air electric with collective breath and unspoken expectation.
Picture of the crowd surround Shannon Harris on stage
Picture of the crowd surround Shannon Harris on stage
Kimi and Shannon during the talk back sessions
After the performance, I had the thrill of joining a lively, well-attended meet-and-greet and Q&A session, where energy was high and the conversations were unforgettable.
All photos taken by Eric Snoza
