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Course Introduction

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Advanced Handpan (Hang Drum) Course – Based on Volume II of the Handpan Method Book

The Advanced Handpan Course is a comprehensive training program designed entirely around Volume II of the Handpan Method Book. This advanced hang drum course is built for students who already know the basics of handpan playing and are ready to take their skills to the next level with professional techniques, deeper musical concepts, and creative exploration.

The goal of this course is to help you achieve professional-level playing by focusing on complex rhythms, innovative techniques, and artistic freedom. Through structured lessons, guided exercises, and expert demonstrations, you will strengthen both your technical foundation and your creative expression on the handpan.

 

What You Will Learn in the Advanced Handpan Course

1. Advanced Sound Effects & Opposite-Hand Techniques

Explore unique handpan sound effects and learn professional methods to produce new timbres from your instrument. By practicing opposite-hand rhythmic and melodic patterns, you will also develop brain-hemisphere coordination, improving speed, accuracy, and balance in your playing.

2. Complex Rhythmic Patterns & Metric Changes

Dive into advanced rhythmic structures and shifting time signatures. You will learn how to adapt to different meters, create dynamic grooves, and use rhythm as a tool to shape emotions in your music.

3. Combining Rhythm & Melody

Master the ability to play rhythm and melody together on the handpan. This technique allows you to create more complex and layered pieces, transforming the handpan into a versatile and fully expressive musical instrument.

4. Performing Advanced Pieces

Apply everything you’ve learned by practicing challenging handpan compositions. These advanced pieces will push you technically and creatively, giving you the confidence to perform at a higher level.

5. Creativity, Improvisation & Composition

Learn how to create your own original handpan music through improvisation and composition exercises. These sessions will guide you in developing your unique musical style and artistic voice.

 

Key Features of the Advanced Handpan Course

  • Designed from Volume II of the Handpan Method Book – a structured, professional curriculum.

  • Step-by-step advanced lessons – covering rhythm, melody, improvisation, and advanced hand techniques.

  • Theory and practice combined – integrating knowledge with hands-on exercises.

  • Focus on creativity and performance – empowering you to become not just a player, but a creative musician.

 

Why Choose This Advanced Handpan Course?

This course is more than just technical training—it’s a complete journey into advanced handpan musicianship. You will gain the skills to:

  • Master advanced rhythms and hand techniques.

  • Play and perform complex handpan pieces.

  • Strengthen coordination through opposite-hand practice.

  • Compose and improvise original handpan music.

  • Experience handpan playing as both an artistic and mindful practice.

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 Whether you call it handpan or hang drum, this course will take your playing to the next level and unlock your full musical potential.

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Common Sessions
Course Introduction 1. Course Introduction Erfan Ghavighalb, Amirali Rahmani, Iman Shabkhiz, Arash Taremi, keynaz kia · 00:03:53 Now playing Free Completed Scale Introduction for Training and Playing Pieces 2. Scale Introduction for Training and Playing Pieces Erfan Ghavighalb · 00:03:03 Free Completed Proper handpan placement for practice 3. Proper handpan placement for practice Erfan Ghavighalb · 00:01:05 Plan required Completed Handpan Symbols 4. Handpan Symbols Erfan Ghavighalb · 00:06:51 Plan required Completed Learning Dynamics on the Handpan 5. Learning Dynamics on the Handpan Erfan Ghavighalb · 00:01:28 Plan required Completed
Level 6 Sessions
Learning and Performance of Lessons 1 & 2 & Piece 1 6. Learning and Performance of Lessons 1 & 2 & Piece 1 Erfan Ghavighalb · 00:03:26 Plan required Completed Learning & Performance of Piece No 2 7. Learning & Performance of Piece No 2 Amirali Rahmani · 00:03:26 Free Completed Learning & Performance of Lesson 3–9: Advanced Handpan Techniques 8. Learning & Performance of Lesson 3–9: Advanced Handpan Techniques Erfan Ghavighalb · 00:03:02 Plan required Completed Learning & Performance of lesson 10 9. Learning & Performance of lesson 10 Keynaz Kia · 00:02:16 Plan required Completed Learning and Performance of Lessons 11 to 14 & Piece 3 10. Learning and Performance of Lessons 11 to 14 & Piece 3 Amirali Rahmani · 00:06:12 Plan required Completed Learning and Performance of Lesson 15 & 16 11. Learning and Performance of Lesson 15 & 16 Erfan Ghavighalb · 00:02:06 Plan required Completed Lesson and Performance of Piece 4 12. Lesson and Performance of Piece 4 Erfan Ghavighalb · 00:05:44 Plan required Completed Lesson and Performance of Lessons 17 to 23 (Handpan Passages Performance) 13. Lesson and Performance of Lessons 17 to 23 (Handpan Passages Performance) Erfan Ghavighalb, Iman Shabkhiz · 00:03:41 Plan required Completed Lesson and Performance of Piece No. 5 14. Lesson and Performance of Piece No. 5 Arash Taremi · 00:02:41 Plan required Completed Lesson and Performance of Exercises 24, 25, and 26: Drag Ornamentation Practice 15. Lesson and Performance of Exercises 24, 25, and 26: Drag Ornamentation Practice iman Shabkhiz · 00:02:53 Plan required Completed Lesson and Performance of Exercise 27 & Piece No. 6 16. Lesson and Performance of Exercise 27 & Piece No. 6 Erfan Ghavighalb, Amirali Rahmani · 00:03:48 Plan required Completed