The Secret Link Between the 7 Musical Notes and the 7 Chakras

Music and spirituality have always been intertwined. Across cultures, sound is revered as the origin of creation — the first vibration that set the universe in motion. In yogic philosophy, this is called Nāda Brahma: The Universe is Sound.

It’s no wonder, then, that many modern energy healers and musicians believe the seven notes of music correspond to the seven chakras, our body’s primary energy centers.

A Modern Synthesis of Ancient Wisdom

In Indian classical music, the seven basic notes are:Sa – Re – Ga – Ma – Pa – Dha – NiIn Western music, the equivalent is:Do – Re – Mi – Fa – So – La – Ti

While ancient raga theory focuses more on moods (rasa), times of day, and seasons than on chakras, modern sound healing traditions have paired each note with a chakra based on vibrational resonance. This isn’t found directly in ancient texts — it’s a New Age fusion of yoga, music theory, and frequency research.

The Chakra–Note Connection

Chakra	Note (Indian)	Note (Western)	Frequency (Hz*)	Theme
Root – Muladhara	Sa	Do	~256 Hz	Stability & Grounding
Sacral – Svadhisthana	Re	Re	~288 Hz	Creativity & Flow
Solar Plexus – Manipura	Ga	Mi	~320 Hz	Power & Will
Heart – Anahata	Ma	Fa	~341 Hz	Love & Compassion
Throat – Vishuddha	Pa	So	~384 Hz	Truth & Expression
Third Eye – Ajna	Dha	La	~426 Hz	Intuition & Vision
Crown – Sahasrara	Ni	Ti	~480 Hz	Spiritual Connection

*Frequencies may vary depending on tuning systems.

Why This Works

• Sound as Vibration: Each chakra is believed to have its own “vibrational signature.” Singing or playing a matching note can help bring it into harmony.

• Bija Mantras Meet Notes: Traditional bija mantras like Lam, Vam, Ram also work through vibrational resonance. When combined with the musical notes, the effect can be powerful.

• Mind–Body Bridge: Music bypasses the analytical mind and goes straight to feeling, making it a direct pathway to energy work.

How to Practice a Chakra–Note Meditation

1. Find Your Tone – Use a tanpura app, a harmonium, or even a digital piano to play the note.

2. Breathe Deeply – Inhale slowly into your belly.

3. Chant the Note – As you exhale, sing the note as “Ah” or with the chakra’s bija mantra.

4. Visualize Color & Energy – Imagine the chakra’s associated color glowing brighter with the sound.

5. Move Upward – Start with the root (Sa/Do) and work up to the crown (Ni/Ti).

Example sequence:

• Root: Sa – “Lam” – red light

• Sacral: Re – “Vam” – orange light

• Solar Plexus: Ga – “Ram” – yellow light

• Heart: Ma – “Yam” – green light

• Throat: Pa – “Ham” – blue light

• Third Eye: Dha – “Om” – indigo light

• Crown: Ni – silent meditation – violet/white light

A New Dimension to Music

When you start hearing music this way, a simple raga, scale, or melody becomes more than entertainment — it becomes a healing journey. You’re not just listening; you’re tuning your body, mind, and soul.

The next time you hum Sa Re Ga Ma or Do Re Mi Fa, remember: you might be activating a hidden energy circuit inside you.