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
Essentials for handpan beginners
Essentials for handpan beginners
79+ video lessons
Level 1 - Beginner
Level 1 - Beginner
86 video lessons
Essentials for tongue drum beginners
Essentials for tongue drum beginners
75+ video lessons
Go Further for intermediate
Go Further for intermediate players
78+ video lessons
Level 2 - Intermediate
Level 2 - Intermediate
83 video lessons
Malte Marten
Malte Marten's Masterclass
48 video lessons
Level 3 - Advanced
Level 3 - Advanced
86 video lessons
RAV Vast & Tongue Drums
RAV Vast & Tongue Drums
97 video lessons
Express and Create
Express and Create
47 video lessons
Advanced Handpan Techniques
Advanced Handpan Techniques
52 video lessons
Kabecao
Kabeção's Masterclass
49 video lessons
Groove Mastery
Groove Mastery
122 video lessons
Percussive Fingerstyle
Percussive Fingerstyle
46 video lessons
Composition on the Handpan
Composition on the Handpan
75 video lessons
Alexander Mercks
Alexander Mercks Masterclass
54 video lessons
Handpan Christmas Songs
Handpan Christmas Songs
109 video lessons
Sam Maher
Sam Maher's Masterclass
40 video lessons
Mar Loi
Mar Loi's Masterclass
46 video lessons
Applied Music Theory for Handpan
Applied Music Theory for Handpan
90 video lessons
Jeremy Nattagh
Jeremy Nattagh Masterclass
36 video lessons
Manu Delago
Manu Delago's Masterclass
30 video lessons
Mea
Mea's Masterclass
36 video lessons
Mumi
Mumi's Masterclass
34 video lessons
Adrian Portia
Adrian Portia's Masterclass
45 video lessons
Alexandre Lora
Alexandre Lora's Masterclass
44 video lessons
Dan Mulqueen
Dan Mulqueen's Masterclass
47 video lessons
Brazilian Rhythms for Handpan
Brazilian Rhythms for Handpan
58 video lessons
Archer & Tripp
Archer & Tripp's Masterclass
37 video lessons
Adam Maalouf
Adam Maalouf's Masterclass
45+ video lessons
Music Production for Handpan
Music Production for Handpan
36 video lessons
Looping & Sound Sculpting on handpan
Looping & Sound Sculpting on handpan
36 video lessons
Music Theory for handpan
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, numbers, and friendly ghosts (booooo). 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!
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Monthly plan
Courses
Unlimited access to the full course libraries of MasterTheHandpan and Handpan Dojo
Unlimited access to all future masterclass releases
Handpan Pathways
Private Community
Live Workshops
Challenges & Rewards
Student Coaching
Virtual Happy-Hour
Annual plan
Billed annually at $299 $348.*
Billed annually at $249 Was $299.*
Billed annually at 299€ 348€.*
Billed annually at 249€ Was 299€.*
Courses
Unlimited access to all future masterclass releases
Handpan Pathways
Private Community
Live Workshops
Challenges & Rewards
Student Coaching
Virtual Happy-Hour
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
Billed annually at 299€ 348€.*
Billed annually at 249€ Was 299€.*
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
Matt Baker
Wojciech Jary
Tomoko Lebas Takahashi
Jody McQueen
Gwen Tenney
Maui Sztioffstojewski
Rachel Bibby
Alex Buildup
Ashley Deeks
Marcos Bellettati Fernandes
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
At MasterTheHandpan Academy, 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, MasterTheHandpan 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! MasterTheHandpan 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 MasterTheHandpan 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 full course libraries of MasterTheHandpan and Handpan Dojo
Unlimited access to all future masterclass releases
Handpan Pathways
Private Community
Live Workshops
Challenges & Rewards
Student Coaching
Virtual Happy-Hour
Annual plan
Billed annually at $299 $348.*
Billed annually at $249 Was $299.*
Billed annually at 299€ 348€.*
Billed annually at 249€ Was 299€.*
Courses
Unlimited access to the full course libraries of MasterTheHandpan and Handpan Dojo
Unlimited access to all future masterclass releases
Handpan Pathways
Private Community
Live Workshops
Challenges & Rewards
Student Coaching
Virtual Happy-Hour
Monthly plan
Courses
Unlimited access to the full course libraries of MasterTheHandpan and Handpan Dojo
Unlimited access to all future masterclass releases
Handpan Pathways
Community
Live Workshops
Challenges & Rewards
Student Coaching
Virtual Happy-Hour
Annual plan
Billed annually at 299€ 348€.*
Billed annually at 249€ Was 299€.*
Courses
Unlimited access to the full course libraries of MasterTheHandpan and Handpan Dojo
Unlimited access to all future masterclass releases
Handpan Pathways
Community
Live Workshops
Challenges & Rewards
Student Coaching
Virtual Happy-Hour