Primal Sound

Primal Sound was born in the fall of 2001. That October, I embarked on a transformative 10-day retreat in the Peruvian Amazon, working with ayahuasca.

The following paraphrased passage is adapted from Ayahuasca – The Visionary & Healing Powers of the Vine of the Soul by Joan Parisi Wilcox, from the section titled “John’s Field Report”:

One of the most profound insights ayahuasca has given me is a deeper understanding of my work with sound. I realized that this is my path—using a blend of indigenous instruments, voice, and intuition to guide individuals. Through intuitive sound work, I help people realign their energy and reconnect with their purpose. This practice engages the vibrations of the body, mind, and spirit, facilitating healing at every level. It was in the jungle, through the visions and revelations of ayahuasca, that my practice truly took shape. I call it Primal Sound—my work as a sound intuitive crystallized in that sacred space.

Walk in Beauty
Shanton

Primal Sound

a shamanic experience


The Art of Primal Sound

Primal Sound immerses you in a stream of freeform “root” tones drawn from indigenous instruments around the globe. These vibrations guide you into a restful, right-brain state of awareness—similar to meditation—allowing you to journey deep within. As the sounds reverberate through your muscular and cellular body, they help unlock and reorganize stress and trauma that may be contributing to present-day challenges.

During a Primal Sound session:

Vibrational and energetic sound waves “stir” and dissolve dense patterns of energy accumulated in your energetic body.

An intuitive flow arises between you and Shanton, fostering a unique synergy. This connection enables him to select the most supportive sounds and direct the vibrations precisely where your body needs them.

As energy flows more freely through your mind-body system, you may find it easier to move toward the fullness of well-being.

Private and group sessions available.
Email Shanton@primalsound.us for more information.

Primal Sound
with Amimal Spirit Messages

Featuring
Katie Klein

Katie's Website

The intent for this experience is to provide a safe space for self-reflection and connection in community with others…through a sound journey meditation and a group reflection circle to share and receive personal messages.

group sessions available.
Email Shanton@primalsound.us for more information.

Peruvian Whistling Vessels

a hands-on experience

Peruvian whistling vessels are ancient ceremonial instruments used for spiritual and meditative practices. These clay whistles, often shaped like animals or human figures, produce harmonizing sounds when played in pairs or groups, creating a unique auditory experience believed to alter consciousness and deepen spiritual awareness. Shamans and practitioners use them in rituals to connect with ancestral wisdom, facilitate healing, and induce trance-like states for introspection. The vessels’ sound vibrations are said to align energies, helping individuals achieve balance and a heightened sense of presence.

Group sessions available for 6 to 14.
Email Shanton@primalsound.us for more information.

Drums & Rattles by Shanton

born in sacred space.

Sales and/or Drum/Rattle Making Workshops.
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Testimonials

I have taken 2 Sound Journeys with Shanton in the past 6 months. They were both profound experiences in completely different and unexpected ways. I had no idea what to expect the first time, but settled in with my cozy blanket and let the sounds create images behind my closed eyes. In that first journey I had an amazing visually rich journey through caves, woodlands and prairies, guided by lots of birds and animals. It was beautiful and I can easily recall certain scenes and images now, 6 months later. Katie Klein was on hand to help give meaning to the animals and symbols that showed up, it was a really rich experience.

I did a second session yesterday and it was equally rich but completely different. This time I was feeling restrictions in my physical body, I was working with a tight band around my lower ribs and diaphragm which gradually released as I worked with breath, and it continued all the way up to the top of my neck. I was compelled to slowly turn my neck side to side and had a great but gently release in a chronically stuck place. I was so surprised as I expected more visual images like the last time.

On reflection I remembered that I had a medical procedure 2 months ago that necessitated me pulling nitrous oxide (laughing gas) through a tube into my lungs to relax for the procedure. I felt like I could not pull air in and was fighting to expand my diaphragm. I feel that there was a clearing out of that restriction and the stress of that experience. I feel lighter, freer and can easily take that deep diaphragmatic breath, now.

I highly recommend these Sound Quests with Shanton, and it seems that if you can be comfortable and relax there will be unexpected gifts and treasure in his work for you.
LK
Taking the hand drum making workshop with Shanton Wilcox was an extraordinary experience. His guidance, patience, and depth of knowledge made the process both creative and deeply meaningful. The energy in the space was uplifting and sacred, and crafting my own drum became a beautiful journey of intention and connection. Infusing positive energy into each step of the process has made my drum not only a powerful instrument but also a personal and spiritual companion. I now use it for both personal and professional purposes, and it holds a special place in my heart.

I wholeheartedly recommend Shanton to anyone seeking a truly soulful and transformative experience.
Elana

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