The Power of Solresol Language: Promoting Harmony, Peace, and

Healing

I. Introduction

People need to understand each other in everyday life. But how can we interact easily when
the world speaks almost three thousand different languages? To keep things simple, streamline
travel and global interaction, and promote harmony and healing, we need a language that
embodies these values—a shared global language that everyone can use.

This interlanguage of universal communication exists, and all that is needed is a willingness on
everyone's part to learn, practice, and spread it throughout the world. In this article let’s learn
about the universal language Solresol, which means language, and can be played or sung as
GEG.

II. General Concepts of Solresol

François Sudre a visionary inventor, who was born in Albi and died in Paris in 1862, invented a
very simple language to eliminate the need to study foreign languages.
To avoid giving any national language an advantage, François Sudre created a
language that does not resemble any other, and, as a result, is neutral. He built this language
entirely on the seven syllables of Music: Do, re, mi, fa, sol, la, si, which are known in all
countries.

Number of Words

Solresol is a language based on one word that contains all the ideas with similar meanings.
They include two genders, masculine and feminine pronouns as well as the principal parts of
speech. This means that SOLRESOL would be able to put across all the fundamental ideas
pertinent to human beings with just very few words, and this could translate in any country.

The Universal Language of SUDRE possesses

7 words of one syllable;
49 — of two syllables;
336 — of three syllables;
2.268 — of four syllables.

2.660 words compose a language that is almost complete, and acceptable for all people as their
most necessary international communications. It is not required to employ the whole notes
because we can take advantage of short forms such as d instead of di, m for mi in its approach
which was represented by the Tonic Sol-Fa system. Solresol has antonyms with words
reversed. For instance, misol means “good”, while solmi means “evil”.
Modes of Communication through Solresol:

Utilizing musical notes: Solfège–syllable is set up to a musical note, such as for do = C; re=D
and so on mi. These notes may be used in singing Solresol words.

Employing colors: Do = red, re equals orange, mi is yellow, and so on Each solfège syllable
denotes a shade of the rainbow. These colors can be used to demonstrate or write Solresol
words.

Using Tonic sol-fa: This is a music notation system to denote symbols that stand for the
syllables of solfège- do = d, re = r, mi= m and so on Solresol words can be handwritten or typed.

Using hand gestures: This is a sign communication technique that involves various hand
shapes and positions to represent the solfège syllables do = fist with thumb up, re–index finger
pointing up, mi -index and middle fingers pointing upward which can also be displayed by
miming or signing.

Using numbers: 1 represents do, 2-re, and so on up to the highest digits of di method can be
written or typed as solresol is a numerical series corresponding with each syllable in legal
solfège. However, it proved to be challenging as a result of its intricacy.

Fascinating applications of Solresol in speech:

1. Multilingual Communication
2. Learning and teaching tool
3. Therapeutic applications
4. Musical performances
5. Speech Therapy and Rehabilitation

Since the central idea of this article is about utilizing solresol in terms of therapeutic use, let’s
move into more detail to understand it well by using verbal and nonverbal methods.

How can Solresol be used as a universal language for bringing healing and world peace?

Well, let’s talk realistically and consider the use of this language at a healing center between a
therapist and a patient.

You would find it easy to create an environment that is soothing and harmonious for the patient
in Solresol colors. For instance, use blue (sol) and green You can also use colors to draw
attention towards particular words or phrases in your speech or even singing. For instance, you
can indicate urgency or importance by using red (do), and respect or gratitude with purple (si).

You can use Solresol affirmations to support and inspire the patient. Such phrases include
saying “fala” (good) or “fala fala” (very good) to praise the patient’s progress, or “solsi” (to go up,
climb) or “solsi solsi” (to improve, get better) to inspire the patient to overcome their challenges.
Affirmations can also be used to express positive emotions or feelings. You can say “mire”
(love) or “mire mire” (to adore, cherish) to show your affection and care.

Solresol hand gestures can be used to nonverbally communicate with the patient. For instance,
you may use the hand to say “do” which means yes, agreement, or affirmation (pointing your
index finger up), alternatively, then an opposition can be shown by doing a slight crossing of the
index and middle fingers forming ‘si’, pointed out as meaning no-disagreement or negation. One
can also use hand signs to pose a question, answer, or depict simple thoughts or concepts. For
instance, you can employ the handing for “re” pointing a finger straight forward to state who,
what, and where, or the gesture on re means when why, or how.

Here are some exercises to use between the therapist and patient using Solresol colors,
language, and hand gestures:

Therapist:

The word “How are you” or Good evening in Solresol is written as “sido famifasi domi”. Each
syllable has a musical note, color, and hand gesture associated with it. Here is a table that
shows the different representations of each syllable:

Here is the order to communicate in colors:

si
do

fa
mi
fa
si

do
mi

To make the hand gesture for this word, you need to use the following steps:

● For si, hold your hand flat with your palm facing down and your fingers pointing to the
left. Then, bend your index finger and thumb to touch each other, forming a circle. The
rest of your fingers should be straight.
 ● For do, hold your hand flat with your palm facing down and your fingers pointing to the
right. Then, bend your thumb to touch the base of your index finger. The rest of your
fingers should be straight.
● For fa, hold your hand flat with your palm facing down and your fingers pointing to the
right. Then, bend your index finger and thumb to touch each other, forming a circle. The
rest of your fingers should be straight.
● For mi, hold your hand flat with your palm facing down and your fingers pointing to the
right. Then, bend your middle finger and thumb to touch each other, forming a circle. The
rest of your fingers should be straight.
● For fa, repeat the same gesture as before.
● For si, repeat the same gesture as before.

Translation of “I will heal you”:

I= dore
Will= misi
heal=fadore
you=domi

So the Solresol sentence would be dore misi fadore domi. You can say this verbally.

Nonverbal:
When interacting with a patient with a background in music, a therapist can use those same
musical notes GAGCGDGE.

If we use colors it would be Yellow Blue Red Yellow Green Yellow Orange

do= fist with thumb up

re= index finger pointing up
mi=index and middle fingers
fa=index, middle and ring fingers
sol=index, middle, ring, and little fingers pointing up
la=palm facing up
si=palm facing down
Patient:

Different modes of communication to translate “I feel better” in Solresol include colors, symbols,
or musical notes used to represent the same content.

I feel better in Solresol is ‘Misolredo’ or “ Mi-Sol-Re -Do . For instance, using colors you would
say Yellow-Blue–Red- White or present the four colors in sequence.

I am fine: Dofa domi

For example, the word “dofa domi” (I am fine) can be expressed by showing red, green, red,
and yellow colors, or by making a fist, a ring, a fist, and a middle finger gesture.

Thank you or I love you: Sol si do mi

These two words have the same translation and are expressed in the following order of color:
Green violet Red Yellow or so s d m. Musical notes are G B C E in C major scale.
Harnessing the power of solresol in singing:

Solresol’s music and singing can strengthen communication, emotional connection, inclusivity,
and healing. The syllables of the language mimic musical notes, thus giving a melodious flow it
that captures listeners. It is possible to feel very strong and intimate emotions when singing in
Solresol.

It also provides a platform for expression for people who may have problems with spoken
languages. Combining the unique aspects of Solresol with music’s healing qualities can create a
sense of relaxation and overall well-being. As music therapist Dr. Andrea Shurtliff says, Solresol
singing leads to cohesion and healing of spirit.” Maria Rodriguez has found singing in Solresol
to be very transformative as an enthusiast of the language.