Elemental Landscapes: A Sound Bath with Garrett Mendelow
Let the elements carry you.
Join percussionist Garrett Mendelow for a deep, restorative sound bath built around the four core elements: Water, Earth, Fire, and Air. Surrounded by the shimmering wash of tuned gongs, singing bowls, and resonant metal, you'll be guided through a calming sonic journey inside The Gong Shop's San Francisco showroom. Come simply to lie down, breathe, and listen.
Four elements, one continuous wave
Each movement of the bath draws on the character of an element: its texture, its motion, its stillness.
Water
Fluid, rolling swells that rise and recede like tide and breath.
Earth
Low, grounding tones that settle the body and steady the mind.
Fire
Bright, radiant shimmer and building intensity that quietly transforms.
Air
Weightless overtones and open space that lift and release.
Garrett Mendelow
Garrett Mendelow is a solo and collaborative percussionist known for his work in contemporary, theatrical, and new music. His performances have taken him to stages around the world, from the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam to the Großes Festspielhaus in Salzburg, and to festivals across the globe.
Now based in the Bay Area, Garrett teaches percussion to neurodiverse youth and mentors adult sound facilitators. This program brings together his classical and improvisatory background with the skills and influences he has gathered over nearly five years of living in California.
Before you arrive
Come comfortable
Wear loose, comfortable clothing. You'll be lying down for most of the session.
What to bring
A yoga mat, blanket, and a small pillow help you settle in. A few mats are available on site.
Arrival
Doors open a little before 6:30 PM. Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to get settled.
Parking
Street parking is generally available on Tennessee St, 26th St, Cesar Chavez, and the surrounding blocks.
Seating
Space is limited and intimate. Reserving ahead on Eventbrite is the only way to guarantee a spot.
Refunds
Refunds are available up to one day before the event through Eventbrite.
The Gong Shop, San Francisco
Getting there
1661 Tennessee St, Unit #3KSan Francisco, CA 94107
Our showroom sits in the Dogpatch, a short walk from the water, and holds one of the largest collections of gongs in the country.
Open in Maps →Reserve your place in the bath
Seating is limited and intimate. Secure your ticket on Eventbrite and arrive ready to rest.