Karen Banyon is a Sound Healer, Gong Practitioner, Teacher and founder of Lavender Oaks Sound Healing School. For much of her life, Karen has travelled extensively around the world, spending time with indigenous communities and wisdom keepers, exploring traditional approaches to healing, spirituality and consciousness.

Inspired by these experiences, Karen has integrated elements of ancient traditions into her own work, creating healing experiences that support deep relaxation, self-discovery and inner balance.

A passionate collector, player and educator of gongs and other instruments, Karen regularly travels throughout the UK, Europe and Asia in search of exceptional pieces, building relationships with gong makers and exploring the unique frequencies, tones and healing qualities each gong has to offer. Her gong training and playing style have been strongly influenced by the lineage of gong players that emerged through the teachings of Yogi Bhajan, while also drawing inspiration from a wide range of sound healing traditions.

At the World Yoga Festival, Karen will be bringing a carefully curated collection of gongs and instruments, each chosen for its unique vibrational qualities and sonic textures. Participants can expect an immersive sound journey featuring a rich tapestry of frequencies designed to support reflection, meditation and deep states of relaxation.