Entry No. 39 — the Nashville file — filed under: sound bath
HAUM Sound Meditation
A self-described sound-bath "speakeasy" that pairs Tibetan and crystal singing bowls with a tea bar, a crystal boutique, and — on full and new moons — journaling and card-reading rituals; regular programming has included rose-quartz-infused margaritas served alongside the meditation.
The story
Tucked into suite 101 on Merritt Avenue, HAUM operates on a distinct premise: taking the hushed, concealed posture of a speakeasy and repurposing it entirely for brainwave entrainment. In a neighborhood rapidly filling with standard dining and nightlife, this space trades clinking glassware and high-volume playlists for the sustained acoustic vibration of Tibetan metal and quartz crystal singing bowls.
The setup pairs quiet introspective practice with deliberate lounge touches. Alongside a dedicated tea bar and an in-house crystal boutique, regular programming includes full- and new-moon gatherings. These moon rituals bundle guided meditation and card readings with post-bath journaling sessions—often served alongside rose-quartz-infused margaritas, bridging the line between wellness studio and hidden sanctuary.
What it's like
Step through the door into a low-lit sanctuary that feels completely insulated from the industrial traffic on Merritt Avenue. You'll kick off your shoes and settle onto mats while instructors guide the room through targeted meditation before opening up the bowls. The sustained harmonic frequencies carry through the floor, creating an intense sensory experience. If you go for a moon ritual night, reserve your mat early and stick around afterward for tea or drinks to process your journaling notes with the crowd.
The move: Go for a full-moon ritual night — lie side by side for the guided sound bath and brainwave-shifting bowl work, then linger afterward for tea (or the specialty margarita) and trade what came up during the journaling portion.
- 📍 Nashville (Wedgewood-Houston area)
- 💸 $$
- ⚡ Low-key
- 🌗 Indoor or outdoor
Where: 724 Merritt Ave #101, Nashville, TN 37203
Hours: Added 2026-07-20 — confirm current hours before you go.
Pair it with
- COOP Gallery — Swap acoustic sound wave reflection for cutting-edge contemporary visual art right down the block at COOP Gallery inside The Packing Plant.
- Fort Negley — Follow up your indoor meditation session with a quiet, reflective walk around the massive hilltop stone fortifications at Fort Negley.
- Sudekum Planetarium at Adventure Science Center — Transition from internal brainwave bowl work to actual cosmic star projections under Sudekum's 63-foot planetarium dome up on Old Saint Cloud Hill.
- Old Glory — Shift from a sound-bath speakeasy to a drink speakeasy built directly inside a 1920s dry-cleaning boiler room down the road.
Good to know
What actually happens during a sound bath session?
You lie back on a mat while an instructor leads a brief guided meditation before using crystal and Tibetan singing bowls to flood the room with sustained, overtone-rich acoustic frequencies meant to shift your brainwave state.
Why is it called a sound meditation speakeasy?
It borrows the hidden, tucked-away intimacy and crafted menu of a traditional speakeasy, substituting alcohol-heavy bar culture for tea, sound immersion, and niche offerings like rose-quartz margaritas.
What happens during the full moon and new moon rituals?
These event nights combine the core sound bath with structured journaling prompts, card readings, and time after the session to linger over specialty drinks or tea.
Do I need to book my spot in advance?
Yes. Capacity is kept small to maintain acoustic quality and room comfort, so reserving online ahead of time is required.
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Further reading: haumnashville.com · newschannel5.com · thezeroproofguide.com
last checked: 2026-07-20