Book · 1991 · Music
The World Is Sound: Nada Brahma
Music and the Landscape of Consciousness
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One's a little bit of a older book, I think from 1980, and it's only available in print, which uh I think everything else I've recommended you can get on the Kindle or something. It's called The World is Sound or Nada Brahma.
Why people recommend it
The World Is Sound: Nada Brahma by Joachim-Ernst Berendt is an older philosophical and musicological exploration of acoustics, consciousness, and the concept that the universe is fundamentally rooted in vibration and sound. Matt Mullenweg recommended this unique title during his appearance on The Tim Ferriss Show in April 2020 for episode #420, featuring it within his curated mind-expanding category of books. Mullenweg noted that the work is somewhat vintage, having originally been published around 1980, and pointed out a distinct logistical hurdle for modern readers: unlike almost every other title on his recommendation list, this book is primarily available in print rather than digital formats like the Kindle. Despite its relative scarcity and physical-only availability, Mullenweg championed the text for its deeply unconventional and thought-provoking perspective on auditory perception and the metaphysical properties of sound across different cultures and spiritual traditions. The book examines how acoustic phenomena mirror the fundamental structures of reality and human consciousness, making it a treasured find for readers interested in esoteric philosophy, music theory, and alternative ways of perceiving the interconnected nature of the universe.
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Matt Mullenweg One's a little bit of a older book, I think from 1980, and it's only available in print, which uh I think e… 1
“One's a little bit of a older book, I think from 1980, and it's only available in print, which uh I think everything else I've recommended you can get on the Kindle or something. It's called The World is Sound or Nada Brahma.”
