The Academy
The ultimate program to learn how to play handpan with unlimited courses and a supportive member community, all in one place.
Get unlimited access to our complete course library
From 'never played before' to handpan mastery
Whether you're an absolute beginner or a seasoned player, our ever-growing course library is designed to guide you from where you are, to where you want to be.
No-Nonsense, proven results
Learn faster than you thought possible. Our step-by-step, easy-to-understand courses use a progressive curriculum to maximize your results.
Taught by the best handpan expert
Our teachers cover every skill you'd want to master, from the fundamentals to advanced techniques
Included in your all-access pass
Level 1 - Beginner
64 video lessons
Level 2 - Intermediate
62 Video Lessons
Level 3 - Advanced
94 video lessons
Essentials for handpan beginners
79+ video lessons
Go Further for intermediate
78+ video lessons
Essentials for tongue drum beginners
75+ video lessons
Malte Marten
48 video lessons
Express and Create
45 Video Lessons
RAV Vast & Tongue Drums
97 videos
Kabecao
49 video lessons
Advanced Handpan Techniques
50 video lessons
Groove Mastery
122 video lessons (7h12m)
Sam Maher
40 video lessons
Percussive Fingerstyle
46 video lessons
Composition on the Handpan
68 video lessons
Applied Music Theory for Handpan
100 video lessons
Alexander Mercks
54 video lessons
Mea
36 video lessons
Jeremy Nattagh
36 video lessons
Manu Delago
30 video lessons
Mar Loi
46 video lessons
Mumi
34 video lessons
Alexandre Lora
44 video lessons
Brazilian Rhythms for Handpan
58 video lessons
Adrian Portia
45 video lessons
Looping & Sound Sculpting on handpan
36 video lessons
Dan Mulqueen
47 video lessons
Archer & Tripp
37 video lessons
Adam Maalouf
45+ video lessons
Handpan Christmas Songs
100 video lessons
Music Production for Handpan
36 video lessons
Music Theory for handpan
24 exclusive lessons
Coming soon to the Academy
Any skill. Any level.
Handpan learning, simplified.
Immersive videos with clear views
Ever tried to learn a tune with only the front view of a handpan? Quite the challenge, right? All our lessons are shot from above. This means when the instructor uses their left hand, it aligns with your left, and the same for the right.
Mirror your teacher's hand movements on the handpan with ease
Say goodbye to the mind-bending task of reverse thinking
Break down every pattern gradually
A notation system that's fun & innovative
Dive into a world of symbols, colors and numbers. Designed to help you get the most out of the tutorials, our intuitive hand notation system makes it easy. Simply follow along & let those grooves flow.
Easy-to-understand notation system
Learn and remember any pattern
No music theory required
Notations aren't in all courses. Once you've got the basics down, you won't always need them.
E-books: your offline handpan guide
Many of our courses offer a notation booklet packed with exercises. Print it out, take it to your favorite spot, and enjoy the freedom to practice offline, anytime, anywhere.
Understand and master patterns faster
Print and download e-book for easy access
Learn offline on your own schedule
Some advanced courses skip the e-book. They believe in less reading, more playing!
Progress at your pace
Dive into lessons anytime and rewatch as often as you like to fit your schedule and lifestyle. No matter where you pause, it's a breeze to pick up right where you left off.
Clear path with step-by-step learning
Easy-to-follow video lesson
Track your progress
From Home, Yet Never Alone
The Academy is way more than courses. It's a vibrant handpan community that thrives on mutual support, where members connect, share, and inspire each other.
Welcome to your handpan home.
Embarking on an online journey doesn't mean you're on your own.
A private and safe community
Not big on social media? Same here. Step into our ad-free space—just handpan talks. Welcome to a truly private space.
Real conversations over likes
Sure, we have likes too, but we prioritize genuine discussions. It's about true sharing, not collecting points.
Your space, your rules
DMs, notifications, personal details? Share what you want, when you want. Whether a talker or a listener, you're in control.
The mentor Series
Every month, we host livestreamed workshops featuring the finest handpan instructors. A wide range of subjects will be covered to ensure continuous exploration and upward advancement in your handpan playing.
Handpan Challenges
Once a month we introduce a fresh and fun new challenge designed to test your handpan playing skills. What makes these challenges special is that our entire community actively participates in them, thus fostering an enjoyable learning atmosphere and offering support and accountability every step of the way.
Student focus
In addition to having access to a dedicated channel within the community to receive feedback from peers, David, Dan and Sylvain will also select several student videos each month to watch live and to provide commentary on. It's a golden opportunity to gain valuable advice from our team and to grow as a musician.
MasterTheHappy-Hour
Once a month, kick back, relax, grab your favorite drink and come hang out with the team! Ask questions, meet other new members, get helpful practice, study tips and discuss all-things handpan! It's a great way for us to meet you, and to help you get the most out of your membership. We can’t wait to see you!
Get started for less than $1 a day
Let's compare our membership benefits to individual course purchases.
64 video lessons
62 Video Lessons
94 video lessons
45 Video Lessons
97 videos
50 video lessons
122 video lessons (7h12m)
46 video lessons
68 video lessons
100 video lessons
100 video lessons
79+ video lessons
78+ video lessons
75+ video lessons
48 video lessons
49 video lessons
40 video lessons
54 video lessons
36 video lessons
36 video lessons
30 video lessons
46 video lessons
34 video lessons
44 video lessons
58 video lessons
45 video lessons
36 video lessons
47 video lessons
37 video lessons
45+ video lessons
36 video lessons
24 exclusive lessons
Start your journey today.
Monthly plan
Courses
Unlimited access to the complete course library
Unlimited access to all future masterclass releases
Handpan Pathways
Community
Live Workshops
Challenges & Rewards
Student Coaching
Virtual Happy-Hour
Annual plan
Courses
Unlimited access to the complete course library
Unlimited access to all future masterclass releases
Handpan Pathways
Community
Live Workshops
Challenges & Rewards
Student Coaching
Virtual Happy-Hour
Very easy way to learn how to play.
My playing was super linear and I ended up playing the same groove over and over. Master the Handpan has shown me numerous ways of playing and has now become part of my every day practice routine.
Extremely effective learning course. Structured, easy to follow, inspiring. After finalizing it I have the basics to create my own stuff.
This is a great course to start learning the handpan. I highly recommend it.
Super fun course, even if your English is not very good, you can follow it very well!
It’s crazy, but it feel’s very analog although it’s an online course. Thank you for creating this great school for Handpan.
The website is easy to follow. Love it! Best music course I have taken!
This is an awesome course to learn the handpan. Also the community is great!
I did a lot of courses and tutorials before and with master the handpan you wont miss the details for fast progress in independence in your learning process.
Great online course for learning handpan! Easy too access, clear, step-by-step instructions.
The way of teaching is very easy and comfortable. I really enjoy it !
Great structure, easy and clear to follow. I am still a beginner but I already love it!
The tutorials are logical, interesting, challenging but not frustrating and give useful personal observations on how to best progress.
Clear and fun lessons, straight to the point and clearly designed for quick progress built on solid foundations.
Initially I was going to teach myself but I am super happy to have come across these lessons. They've honed my technique and helped me find my rhythm.
It's a friendly place!! 😀
Sign up for the free trial, and you'll get hooked 🤙
Great teachers. Great platform. Love it 😊
This course fits my learning style. I learn best when I can access the information 24/7, when I can go back to the previous session with ease, when I can ask questions and get responses from the teacher and others.
I'm a beginner but even after only a couple of days I feel that I accomplished things.
I simply can't imagine NOT having this online course available! So thankful for it. We all know that local lessons are in short supply or non-existent. And honestly, this is better!
Tons of useful material and presented with attention to detail and love.
Awesome & highly recommended Handpan course with great teachers and very good learning structure for all levels.
Very easy to follow, great for beginners starting to play the handpan!
This site has lots of great handpan tutorials and beautiful music. It is super easy to navigate, and a foolproof way to learn the handpan, no matter what level player you are.
Amazing way to learn playing Handpan. I enjoy to practice the lessons so much.
Yes super group & instruction
Having these teachings with visuals, explanations, printouts, etc. is like the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. How grateful I am that you've created this learning tool!
One of the reasons I think it's an excellent platform is that if I have a question about a lesson or area where I'm stuck in my practice, I can get feedback from both the teachers and also from fellow students. It's a friendly and supportive community.
Amazing course for all levels.
38,000 players have joined us and they seem to love what we do
The feeling is mutual 😘
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This isn’t a stuffy online school
Happy student guarantee
Wondering if online lessons are right for you, if you'll use them enough, or if they even work? (Hint: they do). We get it; it's natural. We've got your back with our 14-day, 100% Money Back Guarantee. If you're not happy, we'll handle the refund, no questions asked.
No installation or download required
Just connect and navigate our intuitive, user-friendly platform to start learning
Access friendly support when needed
Whatever your question, you’re never alone. We'll do everything we can to help you.
Learn Anywhere, Anytime
Whether you're at home or on the go, our courses adapt seamlessly to all your devices.
Compatible with your handpan
Got a central note on top and notes around it? Perfect! This course is 100% compatible with your handpan. Watch Explanation
Frequently Asked Questions
We've poured our heart into crafting each course, and with this offer, you get them all. Dive in, learn at your pace, and also connect with our handpan family – a community as passionate as you are. It's the most complete, personal journey we can offer you.
Absolutely! In fact, The Academy was born with beginners in mind. Thousands have started their handpan journey with us, enjoying step-by-step video lessons that are both fun and effective. And don't worry, if you ever hit a note of doubt, our live Q&A sessions and supportive community are here to help you stay in tune!
It's great to hear that you've been journeying with us through your course purchases. You can breathe easy knowing that the courses you've invested in are yours forever, providing lifelong access, no matter what.
Choosing to enroll in the Academy enhances your learning experience by granting you immediate access to our entire library. This includes all courses, plus exclusive webinars, interactive workshops, community challenges, and more. It's an all-access pass to expand your skills.
Additionally, your Academy membership will include any new masterclasses we release – they’ll be automatically added to your account.
Should you ever decide to leave the Academy, worry not. You’ll retain lifelong access to any courses you’ve purchased individually.
The Academy is your expanded handpan universe, with your past investments always secure.
Age? Just a number! You're never too old to dive into the handpan world. At MasterTheHandpan, we have students from every age bracket and corner of the globe. So, whether you're in your 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s, or even celebrating more candles on your cake, you'll find like-minded handpan enthusiasts right here, eager to embark on this musical journey with you.
Not at all! The Platform is designed to be user-friendly. You can easily navigate through the platform, and if you ever encounter any issues, our support team is here to help.
Our aim is to ensure the best learning experience for you. If The Academy isn't meeting your expectations, just let us know within 14 days of your purchase. We'll provide a 100% Money Back Guarantee, with no questions asked.
Have a central note with surrounding notes? Perfect! Every single one of our courses is designed to be 100% compatible with instruments like the Handpan and the tongue drum. Different scales, note counts, colors? We've got you covered.
Since this is a very popular concern, we've prepared a 3-video series to clear everything up.
Join the Academy for just $29 monthly, or enjoy a yearly subscription at $299 – that’s two months free!
Check out the details to see everything included.
All taxes are included in our prices. What you see is exactly what you pay.
We totally get why you'd want to! But currently, our lessons are only accessible online. This decision helps protect the content from unauthorized sharing, ensuring respect for the work put into each course. We appreciate your understanding.
However, we've crafted eBooks with all the music scores from the lessons. This way, you can practice even when offline.
And good news – we're working on an app that'll allow offline lesson access. We're excited about it but don't have a specific launch date just yet. Stay tuned!
Yes, you can access our courses on multiple devices. Whether you prefer to learn on your computer, tablet, or smartphone, you'll have full access to all course materials.
As long as your membership remains active, you have unlimited access to all courses—including new ones we add throughout the year at no extra charge. Watch any lesson from any course, whenever you like.
We'd be sad to see you go, but if you decide the membership isn't for you, it's easy to stop the renewal. Just a heads up: we don't offer refunds for partially used membership periods, but you can still enjoy access until the current period ends.
If you still have questions, don't hesitate to reach out. Our friendly customer care team is here to help and would be thrilled to have a chat with you.
Start your journey today.
Monthly plan
Courses
Unlimited access to the complete course library
Unlimited access to all future masterclass releases
Handpan Pathways
Community
Live Workshops
Challenges & Rewards
Student Coaching
Virtual Happy-Hour
Annual plan
Courses
Unlimited access to the complete course library
Unlimited access to all future masterclass releases
Handpan Pathways
Community
Live Workshops
Challenges & Rewards
Student Coaching
Virtual Happy-Hour