Richard Rudis (Sonam Dorje) (1950–2024) was one of the foremost sound healing pioneers skilled in using gongs in the Tibetan tradition. He studied Eastern philosophy for over 30 years as a practitioner in the Vajrayana school of Tibetan Buddhism and, since 1988, taught workshops worldwide. More information and gong workshop recordings are available by emailing Diane Mandle: soundenergyhealing@gmail.com.