Alfred A. Tomatis

Frequently asked questions

• What is Alfred A. Tomatis best known for?

  Alfred A. Tomatis is widely recognized for his pioneering work on the relationship between the ear, voice, and brain, particularly his development of the Tomatis Method. This method focuses on using filtered music and sound to stimulate the ear and improve various conditions related to listening, language, and learning.

• What is the Tomatis Method?

  The Tomatis Method is an auditory stimulation program developed by Alfred A. Tomatis, designed to re-educate the ear to listen more effectively. It involves listening to specially filtered music, often Mozart and Gregorian chant, through headphones that transmit both air and bone conduction sounds.

• Which of Alfred A. Tomatis's books should I read first?

  For an introduction to his core ideas, "The Conscious Ear" is often recommended as a starting point, as it provides a comprehensive overview of his theories and the development of the Tomatis Method.