Discover the magical world of the Handpan

HANDPAN ACADEMY

The first online school in Italy that helps you to learn to play the Handpan in a clear and simple way.
Also with English translated courses.

Courses in Italian and in English

All of our video courses are designed and recorded in Italian, using a simple and friendly language. Moreover, the courses are available translated into English with voiceover. We strive to ensure accessibility of our content to all our students, regardless of their native language. Thanks to the English translation with voiceover, even students who do not speak Italian can enjoy our courses and learn to play the handpan with us and with the best Italian artists who collaborate with us.
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For all levels

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced musician looking for new horizons, our online handpan school is the right choice for you. We offer courses suitable for all levels, from basic to intermediate/advanced, with a gradual and clear progression in 4 Levels. Additionally, you will find multi-level MasterClasses taught by the best Italian Handpan Players, so that you can study together with them, discover their secrets, and further refine your musical skills with new rhythms and techniques.

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Unlimited access from any device

With our online handpan school, you can study flexibly and conveniently from anywhere you are. The purchased lessons will always be available to you, allowing you to watch them as many times as you want, at any time and from any device, be it a PC, tablet, or smartphone. This way, you can review the learned techniques and continuously improve your level of musical ability without restrictions of time or place. Your music education has no boundaries, and we are here to support you at every step of your journey.

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Intuitive and effective lessons

Our courses have been specifically designed to ensure maximum compatibility with your Handpan or Steel Tongue Drum, provided that it has a central note (ding) and at least 7 notes. Additionally, you can follow the lessons with any scale and key you have available, offering you the flexibility to use your preferred instrument during the learning process. The lessons are recorded with frontal and top-view shots, making it easier to understand the exercises and learn more effectively.

How to start

Corsi e Masterclass

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Video Courses

Corsi 4 Livelli

1st LEVEL

For your first exploration

This is the beginner course, designed for those who want to approach music and the instrument. You can learn to play easily even without any musical experience and at the same time begin to understand the rhythmic language, useful for reading, playing and creating your own rhythms and melodies.

Base

69€

2nd LEVEL

Raise your musical creativity

Improve your skills with the Handpan and discover all its musical possibilities. Learn aspects of musical composition, such as creating melodies and using chords, percussive effects, dynamics, and rhythmic techniques. This way, you can play in a more creative way while having fun.

Base - Intermediate

69€

3rd LEVEL

Get into the heart of the rhythm

Improve your hand independence and deepen your understanding of the world of rhythm with this course. Learn how to create and combine rhythms, integrate notes, and improve your ability to move them in time with the beat. Explore tribal rhythms with eighth-note triplets, arpeggios, and new fingerings.

Intermediate

79€

4th LEVEL

Improve your skills

Explore advanced rhythmic figures like Paradiddle and ideas to make them musical. Enhance your independence with ostinatos and fixed cadence rhythms. Explore different sounds from the East to Africa, all the way to South America, with various musical styles and genres and the most intriguing pro rhythms.

Intermediate/Advanced

79€

Handpan Masterclass

MasterClass

Learn with the best
Italian Handpan Player

GABRIELE POLLINA

MasterClass Ritmi e Stili

Discover the secrets to crafting mesmerizing melodies and mastering the rhythms and styles of the handpan, including insights on busking. Gain proficiency in utilizing foot pedals to infuse your music with a distinctive rhythmic flair. Suitable for all musicians, regardless of experience level.

Multilevel

97€

PATRIZIO CASTROVINCI

MasterClass Composizione

Composition and improvisation video course for all musicians, regardless of experience level. Learn to craft tunes with unique nuances, enriching your style. Discover how to consciously utilize harmony and melody, understanding the notes and various scales of the handpan.

Multilevel

97€

DANIELE REBAUDO

MasterClass Coordipendenza

This video course enhances the coordination and independence of your hands to play more freely and express yourself better. Through polyrhythmic exercises, you'll learn to control your hands as distinct performers, executing smooth rhythmic interlocks. Organized by increasing levels of difficulty, suitable for all.