A series of stories curated to help you live your best calm life
Calm Radio is excited to introduce our latest Nature Soundscape Series: Cloud Forests. This nature sounds series brings the serene and mystical atmosphere of cloud…
Read moreCarlo Gesualdo, Prince of Venosa, is a name that resonates through the annals of classical music history not only for his groundbreaking compositions but also…
Read moreIn an era where the connection between humans and nature is increasingly recognized as essential for well-being, Calm Radio has taken an innovative step by…
Read moreEvery year on June 21st, people around the globe come together to celebrate World Music Day, also known as Fête de la Musique. This day…
Read moreCalm Radio offers a sanctuary for those seeking peace in their daily life with a diverse range of meditation music channels. From guided meditations to…
Read moreGetting a good night’s sleep can sometimes feel like a luxury. However, the benefits of quality sleep are undeniable, impacting everything from our mood to…
Read moreLudwig van Beethoven, a titan of classical music, has contributed greatly to the world of music with his groundbreaking compositions and tumultuous life. His music,…
Read moreMeditation is a powerful tool to calm the mind and enhance overall well-being. When paired with music, meditation transcends into a more profound experience, offering…
Read moreMother’s Day is a special opportunity to show appreciation for all the wonderful things moms do. This year, why not give the gift of relaxation…
Read moreIn today’s world, anxiety has become a common companion for many. It sneaks into our daily lives, often leaving us feeling overwhelmed and stressed. But…
Read moreNoise pollution is an often overlooked environmental issue that affects our health, concentration, and overall quality of life. On International Noise Awareness Day, we take…
Read moreAs we celebrate Earth Day, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the profound connection we share with our planet and the natural tranquility it…
Read moreIn our fast-paced world, stress has become a common companion for many of us. It lurks in the corners of our busy schedules, in the…
Read moreMaintaining a healthy body weight is crucial for overall well-being. Let’s explore the dos and don’ts to help you achieve and sustain an optimal weight,…
Read moreA healthy heart is essential for overall well-being, and adopting heart-friendly habits can significantly contribute to cardiovascular health. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to…
Read moreGood sleep is essential for your overall well-being. We list 10 tips for a more restful and rejuvenating night’s sleep and recommend some of our…
Read moreIn various corners of the world, there exist regions where people seem to defy the aging process, living longer, healthier lives. These areas, known as…
Read moreIn our fast-paced world, where demands and pressures seem ever-present, the quest for a more relaxed and stress-free life has become increasingly essential. Adopting a…
Read moreVienna, a city that whispers the melodies of centuries past, has stood as a sentinel of musical innovation and artistic brilliance. Its streets resonate with…
Read moreItaly, a country synonymous with art, history, and culture, also boasts a rich musical heritage that resonates through its cities. Join us on a journey…
Read moreTinnitus is a silent symphony playing in the ears of millions worldwide, a condition that is as pervasive as it is misunderstood. As we mark…
Read moreJohann Sebastian Bach, a name synonymous with musical genius, left an indelible mark on the world of classical music. Born in 1685 into a family…
Read moreCan you imagine the state of guitar music if we hadn’t been introduced to the Delta Blues Guitar style and Boogie from generations ago? They’d be…
Read moreEdward Kennedy “Duke” Ellington was one of the most legendary jazz piano artists, jazz band leaders, and jazz composers the twentieth century has ever known.…
Read moreThe Baroque style began at the start of the 17th century in Rome, Italy. It quickly spread across Europe to France, Spain, Portugal, then later…
Read moreOscar Emmanuel Peterson, or often known as “The King of inside swing”, was one of the most influential and successful jazz music artists of the…
Read moreJohann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) is unquestionably the most revered figure in the entire history of western classical music, having been called “The Father of Music”…
Read moreMany traditional nightly meals are disrupting our sleep and causing poor nutritional/lifestyle habits as a result. These 5 nutritious foods, when consumed before bed, could…
Read moreLet’s explore the benefits of listening to classical music, especially through the lens of the works of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, when trying to relax or…
Read moreIn 1917, Jazz music marked the 100th anniversary of its first recording. Even though it has had a considerable impact on society on how we…
Read moreThe human body is designed for regular movement, but sitting down for prolonged hours has become the new norm for many. A few simple stretches…
Read moreDisturbances and noises in the office can be a hindrance to productivity and concentration. Unwanted noises can interrupt the cycle of thoughts and consequently cause…
Read moreWith the constant flow of thoughts in your mind, it may be difficult to unwind and sleep restfully. This is where sleep music or sounds…
Read moreCalm Radio listeners are so excited about our latest Plant Music selections that we’ve decided to delve a further into the rabbit hole of how…
Read moreYou deserve a spa day. It's a necessary break from Zoom meetings, balancing work and family, and sitting at a desk all day. With economies…
Read moreWith so many of us working from home, noise-cancelling has taken on a new level of importance. When your neighbour starts cutting their grass, your…
Read moreAromatherapy dates back thousands of years. Scientific interest, conversely, is a more recent phenomenon. Its leap into laboratories began, like many scientific discoveries, by accident. …
Read moreIf I told you that Radiohead, Duffy, Jack Johnson, and Amy Winehouse were at the top of the UK charts in the first half of…
Read moreThere are a wide variety of ways that people are reacting to stay at home orders. Some are trying to work a job with toddlers…
Read moreBreath. It is our divine gift which is vital to life. It is the key to wellness and relaxation. …
Read moreWe are now almost two months into a totally different reality here in North America. For many, this remote work life is a new reality…
Read moreIt is not a sanguine red colour that courses through the veins of the latest talent we present to you. It’s green! Type: Chlorophyll. When…
Read morePlants. They are some of our greatest friends considering what they do for our physical health and overall wellbeing, all the while expecting little in…
Read moreThe world of classical music is vast. Despite this vastness, our focus on what constitutes the canon of classical tends to be narrow. We look…
Read moreWe’ve talked about the importance of sleeping, meditation, sensory deprivation, and many other wellness topics. Today, we want to talk about an often overlooked part…
Read more“There are no words, it’s only music there.” Antonio Vivaldi …
Read moreSome experts say that we know more about outer space than we do about the brain and the ocean floor. Understanding binaural beats had been…
Read moreLight, especially blue light greatly impacts your sleep and your circadian according to many recent scientific studies. …
Read moreStop and listen to what’s going on around you. Chances are, you hear more than just one sound — perhaps the rumble of cars passing,…
Read more“The story of women’s struggle for equality belongs to no single feminist nor to any one organization but to the collective efforts of all who…
Read moreBackground music gets a bad rap. Years of painful Muzak emanating from bad department store speakers will do that. Thankfully, your clients and customers don’t…
Read moreIf you are looking for a better night’s sleep, try White Noise. Science is revealing why the sound of the natural world, like ocean waves,…
Read moreReiki is not a passing fad. This ancient technique is offered at over 800 hospitals in the U.S. Its growing popularity is undeniable. We are…
Read more“Where words fail, music speaks.” - Hans Christian Andersen Music has the power to transport us, to evoke feelings on the deepest level, to say what…
Read moreWhen any of us builds a playlist, we often think about the mood or feeling we want the music to create. Whether it’s a pump-up…
Read moreWhy are millions of people watching a video of someone combing their hair or flipping pages of a magazine? The answer is Autonomous Sensory Meridian…
Read moreThe Holidays can be filled with so much joy. Meals prepared with care, sipping hot chocolate fireside, thoughtful gifts, and feelings of nostalgia, all add…
Read moreIf you’re dreaming of a Symphonic Christmas, we have a channel for you. With our Classical Christmas channel, you can take a sleigh ride through…
Read more“It’s easy to play any musical instrument: all you have to do is touch the right key at the right time and the instrument will…
Read moreIf you are a regular reader of our articles, you know that we often feature behind the music stories. Today, we are doing something a…
Read more“Man, sometimes it takes a long time to sound like yourself.” -Miles Davis …
Read moreHow the power of nature sounds & meditation can help improve your sleep. …
Read moreThelonious Sphere Monk (1917-1982) was one of the most influential American jazz musicians of all time. He is known for his original improvisations that shaped…
Read moreThe Power of the Purr: how your cat can help you heal. …
Read moreThe Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra - a classical music sound like no other. …
Read moreYou’ve enjoyed the refreshing feeling of savasana at the end of your yoga class, have read about the positive effects that meditation music has on…
Read moreGood work and study habits need to be learned! If you’re experiencing challenges with staying focused when studying, keep reading. From study music recommendations to…
Read moreHow to choose headphones that are best for you? Calm Radio has put together a guide for choosing headphones that are best suited to your…
Read moreThe average college or university student encounters a variety of soundscapes in their day-to-day. When it comes to studying in a noisy environment, it’s easy…
Read moreIf you’ve just cruised through your summer, stuck in the same old routine, we have a few fun and inexpensive ways to soak up the…
Read moreCraving a destination yoga and meditation retreat? Not all of us can afford the time off or the price of an exotic vacation, so here…
Read moreBorn December 12, 1929 in Manchuria, the youngest of four daughters, Toshiko Akiyoshi began playing the piano in first grade at age 7. An older…
Read moreMost of us lead busy lives, the responsibilities of work and family leave us with precious little time to relax and unwind. Make the most…
Read more“My Stock In Trade Is Emotion” - Will Ackerman …
Read moreMany North Americans are looking for ways to integrate their yoga practice into more athletic, social, or playful activities. This is also a friendly way…
Read moreHelping You Get a Better Night’s Sleep in the Summertime If you have trouble maintaining your sleep routine in the summer, you’re not alone! The sun…
Read moreFor those of us living with chronic pain, we will try just about anything to feel better. Chronic pain impacts millions of people every year,…
Read moreHumans have built monuments and held rituals to mark the summer solstice for millennia and continue to observe the day with celebrations, meditation, and music. …
Read moreWhen we think of Baroque composers, the familiar names that come to mind, Antonio Vivaldi, Claudio Monteverdi, François Couperin … were all male. However, one…
Read moreIs the glass armonica half-empty or half-full? For two centuries, music history wavered on the question. Born of the Classical Music Period, the instrument rose,…
Read moreHave you ever wondered, what part of the body, what mechanism, what trigger can change our bodies to react into either a tense state (fight…
Read moreUnwind With Calm and Relaxing Music In our modern day world filled with chaos, noise and stress, our nervous systems automatically respond accordingly. It is important…
Read moreHarness The Power of Your Brain For Better Sleep Even if you are new to the term binaural beats, you have probably heard of left brain…
Read moreSensory Deprivation is the deliberate reduction or blocking of stimuli from one or more of the senses. Also known as perceptual isolation, sensory deprivation can…
Read moreDoes listening to Mozart really boost your brainpower? It was a question that gained popularity in the early 90’s, so much so that the Governor…
Read moreYes, I get it. Work and family life is chaotic and full of complications. Let’s fix that! All it takes is a few minutes out…
Read moreWe all have trouble falling asleep sometimes. I do. Too many repeating thoughts that don’t stop, noisy environment, worry, stress and more. You can do…
Read moreThe dawn of the seventeenth century was breaking, and an enormous musical controversy raged. In Bologna, 1600, a prominent writer published a scathing letter about…
Read moreCalm Radio is used by both practitioners and patients as a sound enrichment method to avoid silence. To avoid silence while sleeping, you could try…
Read moreA simple, but unending image, it’s a girl sitting at a desk overlooking a city. She’s studying. Her cat lays on the windowsill. She writes,…
Read moreLike many before him, Chester Englander was an accomplished classical musician barely making rent. Trained as a percussionist at the Cleveland Institute of Music, he…
Read moreMany believe strongly that music can actually heal our mind, body and soul. Whether or not you take this view, there’s no denying that music…
Read moreFew pianist-composers can list Peanuts, The Doors, Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar and the Velveteen Rabbit as influences, styles and projects that have inspired their music.…
Read moreTo many of their fellow Canadians, the words “Newfoundland music” mean shanties, jigs, ballads and reels — songs and dances from the folk music traditions…
Read moreThe Early Signs What preceded my trip to the hospital, was several months of bloating after dinners, constipation, which I sometimes chalked up to be normal…
Read moreCape Breton Island in Nova Scotia is almost not an isle at all. …
Read moreMusic is powerful. Research shows that music can alter a person’s mood and behaviour, as well as their physical body. That’s why, in our fast-paced…
Read moreWe have all experienced the relaxing effects of calming music, but how effective is music in improving your quality of sleep? Turns out, it can…
Read moreA look at why Austria is the current home and historic birthplace of Classical music. Is it because Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Joseph Haydn, Johann…
Read moreAges two to six, or the toddler years, are the ages that consider the child’s brain like a sponge. Basically, children absorb anything and everything…
Read moreDepending on your occupation, your workplace may come with an unavoidable level of continuous noise, like lower-level hums from lights, ventilation noise, excessive chatter, office…
Read moreEnjoy your audio journey anywhere, even without internet. Calm Radio offers unique audio experiences – curated music, Sounds of Nature, relaxing ambience – so you can work, can focus, can relax, can sleep.