Listening to the Unheard Language of the Earth

We think of nature as silent. Trees stand still, the wind moves invisibly, the earth rests beneath our feet—yet beneath this quiet surface, a symphony is always playing.

Every tree, every leaf, every living thing vibrates with energy. Science tells us that plants are not passive—they are constantly adapting, communicating, and responding to their environment (Gagliano, 2018). But what if we could hear this movement? What if we could listen to the hidden rhythm of nature?

This is what my work with biofeedback music from trees is all about.

A Collaboration Between Nature and Sound

Using biofeedback technology, I record the unseen shifts in energy within trees—their tiny electrical signals, their changing rhythms, the way they respond to the world around them. These signals are then converted into sound, melody, and music—giving voice to something ancient, something alive.

The result is a conversation between nature and creativity.

The trees provide the foundation—the deep, organic pulse of the earth—while I weave my own creativity into the composition. It’s not just me creating music; it’s a partnership. A dynamic exchange between human expression and the intelligence of the natural world.

This isn’t about taking something from nature. It’s about listening. Responding. Creating together.

Why This Matters

In Nordic Mindfulness™, listening is everything. Not just to our thoughts, not just to our breath—but to the world itself.

Plants and trees are far more aware than we give them credit for. Research in plant neurobiology suggests that plants perceive vibrations and sound in ways we are only beginning to understand (Mancuso & Viola, 2015). Some studies indicate that plants can modify their growth patterns in response to sound waves and electrical signals (Trevawas, 2017).

Nature is always speaking. But are we listening?

We often think of sound as something external—something we hear. But true listening is something we feel.

This is not just about making beautiful music. It’s about translating an unseen world into something we can experience directly. It’s about restoring a sense of connection we have long forgotten.

The Science & The Mystery

At its core, this process is deeply rooted in both science and intuition.

Biofeedback technology detects the electrical impulses of plants, converting them into sound. Every tree emits subtle variations in its electrical conductivity based on hydration, environmental shifts, and internal biological activity (Volkov, 2012). These patterns are transformed into frequencies—offering us a glimpse into a world we normally cannot perceive.

But beyond the science, there is something deeper.

Some researchers suggest that plants respond to human presence—a phenomenon observed in studies where plants showed changes in electrical signals when touched or spoken to (Gagliano, 2012). I have witnessed this firsthand. Sometimes, the trees seem to shift their melodies when we stand beside them, breathe with them, or gently place our hands on their trunks.

It reminds us of something ancient. Something we’ve always known.

That the earth is not just a resource. It is alive.

How This Connects to Nordic Mindfulness™

Nordic Mindfulness™ is about tuning in—to rhythms, to seasons, to the intelligence of nature.

This music is one way of doing that. It’s a way to:

🎵 Experience nature not just visually, but sonically.
🎵 Feel the presence of the earth in a way that words cannot capture.
🎵 Let sound guide us into deeper states of presence, creativity, and connection.

It’s a reminder that mindfulness is not just internal—it is relational.

The world is always in conversation. Nordic Mindfulness™ invites us to listen.

What’s Next?

Later this year, I will be releasing a collection of compositions created in collaboration with trees.

These are not just songs. They are invitations—to slow down, to reconnect, to experience presence through sound.

Because nature has always been speaking.

And maybe, through music, we can finally hear it again.

🎧 Want to listen to nature? Visit our LISTENING PAGE to hear some samples.

References

• Gagliano, M. (2018). Thus Spoke the Plant: A Remarkable Journey of Groundbreaking Scientific Discoveries and Personal Encounters with Plants. North Atlantic Books.
• Mancuso, S., & Viola, A. (2015). Brilliant Green: The Surprising History and Science of Plant Intelligence. Island Press.
• Trewavas, A. (2017). Plant Behaviour and Intelligence. Oxford University Press.
• Volkov, A. G. (2012). Plant Electrophysiology: Signaling and Responses. Springer.