WONDERFUL WIND CHIMES

Wind Chimes or Aeolian chimes are often hollow or solid metal or wooden tubes which are usually hung outside of a building.  They are intended to be played by the wind which causes the chimes to strike each other or a metal, wood, or rubber ball which may be hung in the center.

Æolian means related to Aeolus, the Greek God of wind, or caused by or carried by the wind.

Wind chimes produce tones according to the frequency which is determined by the length, width, thickness, and material of the chime. 

Chimes are also made of materials other than metal or wood and in shapes other than tubes or rods.  Every material makes a different sound. The tone will depend on the material (steel, aluminum, brass, the exact alloy, heat treatment and so on), whether you are using a solid cylinder or a tube, and if a tube, the wall thickness. It may also depend on the hanging method. The tone quality will depend on how you strike a tube (with a hard object or a soft one, for example).

WIND CHIMES AND FENG SHUI

Wind chimes are thought to be good luck in parts of Asia and are used in Feng Shui.  In Japan they produce pleasant ringing sounds and are hung by the windows during hot humid summers in order to bring cooling relief.

Feng Shui is an ancient Chinese study of the natural environment.  It  is not related to any religion or belief system. It is a scientific discipline based on the analysis of energy.

Feng Shui literally means wind and water.  These elements are the most fundamental of life's energy, and symbolize the manifestation of the movement of energy known as Chi.   The positive flow of Chi is desired for healthy, happy and lucky life.  Negative Chi flow can be seen as destructive.  This is Chi that moves too fast, too slow or is stagnant.  Feng Shui is said to offer a positive flow of energy and the wind chime is an excellent cure for negative Chi and a beautiful way to enhance already positive Chi.

According to Feng Shui, sound connects us with our environment and links us to other life.  Sound stimulation can nurture behavioral changes and emotions.  Positive sound can ease loneliness, enhance relaxation, relieve stress, and calm nerves.

Wind Chimes can help us to recognize the Chi flow, and the gentle sounds can create a positive energy flow and create good Chi.   Wind Chimes can mask or cover negative, harsh or dulling sounds like traffic, and help bring balance to home or life.  According to Feng Shui, by creating a balance of natural energies in the home, one is able to attract happiness and good fortune. The pleasing sound of windchimes is said to help promote this balance.

Whether you are a student of Feng Shui, or just drawn to the beautiful sounds of a chime, you may know that nothing soothes the senses like the mellow ring of a quality wind chime .  Chimes should be chosen for their craftsmanship and tonal quality.  Windchimes can be tuned to a specific scale, and in some cases a key related to a chosen musical piece to relate a symphony of sound  pleasing and relaxing to the mind and body. 

CHOOSING A WIND CHIME

Pick a wind chime that feels pleasant to your own ear.  Some like the light tinkling of a smaller metal pipe, while others may prefer the mellow low tones of a larger chime.  The soothing sound of a bamboo chime gives a feeling of relaxing in a tropical breeze. 

Shop for a reliable brand with quality assurance and professional tuning .  A chime must be able to withstand the elements of nature to give you years of pleasure. 

PLACEMENT OF A WIND CHIME

Place the wind chime where it will be most enjoyed.  If you like to sit on the deck in the evening, then place a chime near enough to hear, but far enough away to add a mellow and unintrusive ambiance to your time of relaxation.  If you generally have a morning breeze from the south, place the chime on the south side of the house to be heard in that part of the living space.  Remember that the music of a windchime can be heard and enjoyed from the inside also.

Chimes may be used to observe changes in wind directions. For instance, if a chime is positioned on the north side of the house, only a north wind will move it.  It may alert the inhabitants to a weather change. Conversely, for a south wind, a chime is mounted on the south side.

If you are going with the Feng Shui attitude, then a wind chime hung at the entrance of the structure will bring good energy into the home.

Be sure to hang the chime in a place where it won't knock into anything, or be exposed to too much rain or sun.  The wooden parts will last longer and the tone of the metal will retain its integrity.  In case of harsh or violent winds or storms, bring your valuable chime inside. 

ENJOY YOUR WIND CHIMES!

Wind Chimes are a soothing and beautiful addition to any living space, and give pleasure inside and out.  Relax and enjoy!

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