Let Nature Be Your Teacher

  UVI - Hum is dedicated to exploring, understanding, integrating and promoting the use of natural 

sound and vibrations for well-being in the body and mind from pre-birth to the twilight of passing.  

UVI-HUM is based on decades of experience adapting timeless approaches in a variety of early education settings, observing what works across environments and individuals.   Modern science is starting to see how powerful some of these simple approaches can be. For example, many studies are now showing the physiologically calming effects and benefits of humming.

UVI - HUM 

Universal: We all share in the desire for 

 good health and happiness, transcending borders and cultures

Vibrations: Whether it's movement or frequency or the emotional resonance between individuals, we recognize the power of vibration in shaping our experiences.  (((VIBE)))

International: Through the simple act of humming, we tap into our ability to communicate and absorb healing sounds more effectively. 

Mari's Journey

Mari E. Howerton, CCMSHP, has a BA in Elementary Education and has worked in early childhood development for over 

30 years. Mari is a certified Cross Cultural Music and Sound for Health Practitioner from the Open Ear Center. This training in music is what inspired Mari to create the UVI-HUM Program. Mari is now combining the healing power of music, sound and her love of all children, young and old, through UVI-HUM's work. She served as Director of an Early Childhood Center, developed a project-based kindergarten program and worked with special needs children. While in the Peace Corps, Mari trained pre-school teachers in Belize.  Mari is the mother of 3 and grandmother of 5.  

Throughout the ages sound and music has accompanied men and women in their vital search for knowledge, balance, and healing.  In recent decades scientific studies had demonstrated music’s ability to change the way our bodies and minds function.

- Pat Moffitt Cook