The Foundation - Beginner Handpan

Welcome to The Foundation, Planet Handpan’s comprehensive beginner handpan course. Whether you’re picking up the handpan for the very first time or looking to strengthen your foundational skills, you’re in the right place. In this course, we’ll dive deep into the essential techniques that form the bedrock of handpan playing, covering everything from how to strike to the basics of rhythm and beyond. If you’ve already completed our handpan basics course, The Spark, you’ll find this course expands on those fundamentals while pushing your skills further. And if you’re starting fresh, don’t worry—we’ll be guiding you step by step through each concept. This guidebook is your companion throughout the course. Inside, you’ll find notation for every exercise, groove, fill, and song, and even a practice journal to help you track your progress. Congratulations on taking the first step in your handpan journey! Let’s lay a solid foundation together and prepare for the exciting path ahead.