1. The soothing music was balm for his jangled nerves.
    轻柔动听的音乐对他烦乱的神经起着镇定作用。

2. While others rub their hands over his skin to the accompaniment of a monotonous and soothing chant.
    其他人唱着单调的歌声用手抚摸象的皮肤。