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Essentials for handpan beginners

The all-in-one, step-by-step handpan course for beginners. Learn fast and have fun, guided by David Charrier.

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Intended for beginner players

You just got your first handpan or have been playing for less than 2 years.

79+ exclusive video lessons

Learn fast and have fun with step-by-step lessons in a progressive curriculum

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Trusted by 38,000 players

Students give MasterTheHandpan's courses an average rating of 5/5.

Your clear, frustration-free guide to playing the handpan

At last, you own a beautiful handpan. But you’re not sure how to get a good sound, how to keep to a beat, how to create new patterns, how to switch seamlessly between them, how to compose your first melody. You’re frustrated and feel like you’ll never grasp this wonderful instrument... Sound familiar? This course is for you!

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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 David uses his left hand, it aligns with your left, and the same for the right.

Mirror David's hand movements on the handpan with ease

Say goodbye to the brain-bending task of reverse thinking

Break down every pattern gradually

Smile while you learn

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 simplifies things. Simply follow along & let those grooves flow.

Easy to understand notation system

Learn and remember any pattern

No music theory required

E-book included

Your offline guide

Essentials offers 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 schedule

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Play, pause, thrive

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

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.

Frank Delp

This is a great course to start learning the handpan. I highly recommend it.

Ilia Blandina

I'm a beginner but even after only a couple of days I feel that I accomplished things.

Alex Kallivroussis

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!

Jody McQueen

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.

Peter Alexanian

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.

Diane Cashwell Petteway

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!

Wyler Hecht

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.

Nate Malinowski

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.

Matt Baker

Clear and fun lessons, straight to the point and clearly designed for quick progress built on solid foundations.

Rachel Bibby

38,000 players have joined us and they seem to love what we do

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Say hello to rapid progress!

Learn everything you need to take your rhythmic and melodic skills to the next level.

Speed

Finger Warming

Grooves

Pattern Building

Composition

Fingertricks

Speed

Finger Warming

Grooves

Pattern Building

Composition

Fingertricks

Arpeggio

Hand Coordination

Chord Playing

Rhythm Structuring

Music Theory

3/4 Rhythms

Arpeggio

Hand Coordination

Chord Playing

Rhythm Structuring

Music Theory

3/4 Rhythms

4/4 Rhythms

Fingerstyle Techniques

Polyrhythms

Hand Independence

Chords

Warm-ups

4/4 Rhythms

Fingerstyle Techniques

Polyrhythms

Hand Independence

Chords

Warm-ups

Improvisation

Scales and Modes

Ear Training

Dexterity

12/8 Rhythms

Warm-ups

Improvisation

Scales and Modes

Ear Training

Dexterity

12/8 Rhythms

Meet your teacher, David

Teaching isn’t just about sharing knowledge; it's about igniting passion. With each lesson, I aim to bring the handpan to life for you, making every note more intuitive and personal. My method is more than just a technique; it's a journey into the heart of the music, helping you shape melodies that genuinely resonate.

There’s nothing more fulfilling than seeing a student not just learn, but truly connect with their handpan.

Witnessing my students grow, evolve, and find their rhythm is truly the heart and soul of what I do.

—

David Charrier

Your step-by-step
roadmap to mastery

Essentials will teach you all you need to elevate your rhythmic and melodic talents. By the course's end, you'll master cool grooves and catchy tunes, and possess the skills to craft endless variations as your fingers desire.

Course Curriculum

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Introduction to the course

Welcome on board!