HANDPAN LESSONS
My name is Richard and I am a handpan teacher in the East Midlands, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom. I would love to offer private and group handpan lessons for all ages. If you feel the pull towards this magical instrument and would like to learn to play this calming, medatitive and healing sound sculpture, you have come to the right place!
HAVE YOU EVER WANTED TO LEARN THE HANDPAN?
The handpan is a relatively new instrument and has only been around for 25 years which is not long in comparission to many of the instruments we know today that have a history that spans hundreds.
I grew up with a musical background, learning piano from 8 years old and dabbled in various instruments over the years including guitar and drums. Ever since I first heard Hang Massive play PanArt’s Hang and I’ve wanted a handpan ever since!
Last August I finally decided to buy my first handpan and now I am on my 4th as I find the scales that I love the most. I currently own an E Amara 20 and an F2 Low Pygmy 11, both very mezmerizing and beautiful scales that I play almost every day.
I would love to bring the magic of this instrument to people who would love to learn…
HANDPAN LESSONS - Introduction to handpan
PRICE: £45 / 1 hour
If you book two hours you may receive a discounted price of £70 for the whole duration.
You are welcome to bring ONE extra person to help cover the cost and make the session a little more affordable. I like to keep these intimate and 1-1 so that I can focus on you as an individual.
I may host some group gatherings in the future as a collaberation with a handpan maker who lives close to me. I can also recommend him for an affordable handpan that sounds amazing if you are a beginner and would like to start your journey without breaking the bank!
I believe that anyone can learn handpan, even if you have no musical background at all and it doesn’t take long to enjoy the calm and medititive sound of this magical instrument. No matter your skill level, the handpan sings at every touch!
You can bring your own handpan, or you are welcome to learn on one of the scales that I own. I do not play a D Kurd, which most tutorials follow, but you can translate tutorials to what ever scale you have with the right knowledge.
I will help you to develop the fundamental theory and knowledge to become independant in your own learning, and teach you the basic skills needed to continue your journey in what ever direction you desire.
VENUE - Northamptonshire
I can offer lessons at a beautiful location where a tipi overlooks a lake in a nature reserve. I feel like this is the perfect scenario for playing the handpan because a connection to both the handpan and nature is very grounding.
I am also willing to travel, if it is not too far and my costs are covered. Perhaps in a group teaching situation where it makes it worthwhile for me to travel any distance. There would be a minimal day rate for this option, so it would be best suited to small groups or events where you would like me to demonstrate the handpan.
PERFORMANCES
There is a growing trend of hiring handpan players to perform at venues like yoga studios and other well being orientated places. I would love to introduce the medititive sounds of the handpan to any venue interested in hiring me to perform and add to the energy of the room. Price for this will vary depending on the situation, so please contact me directly to discuss.
PLEASE VISIT MY SOCIALS FOR MORE HANDPAN FOOTAGE
Instagram: @handpanandlife
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YouTube: @RichardMawby