Learn Handpan The OHR Way
Simple. Grounded. Musical — from your very first session.
Handpan has a way of pulling you into the present — but getting started is easier when someone shows you what matters first. On this page you can begin with our free mini-course (perfect for brand new players), or step straight into the full Beginner Course if you want a clear path, guided practice, and real momentum without theory overload.
Free Mini Course
A free mini course designed for absolute beginners to get your hands (and ears) calibrated fast.
Full Beginner Course
7 modules. Follow-along lessons. Built for real progress & momentum.
Free Mini-Course: Your First Real Handpan Session
If you’ve never played before (or you’ve played a little but it still feels awkward), this is your starting point.
In a short series of lessons, you’ll learn the essentials most people skip — the stuff that makes the instrument sound beautiful with less effort.
Inside the Free Mini-Course, you’ll learn:
- How to touch the handpan properly (so you get tone, not “clank”)
- The beginner habits that flatten your sound (and how to fix them fast)
- Basic care + handling (so your instrument stays protected & in tune for as long as possible)
- A simple follow-along tune/pattern for true beginners
Quick Note - If you purchase the Beginner Course, you will also get automatic access to this Mini-Course!
The OHR Beginner Course
7 modules (23 lessons) designed to take you from “I can hit notes” to “I can actually play.”
No sheet music. No heavy theory. No confusing jargon. Just clean, guided practice that builds real control — and helps you find your sound.
This course is for people who want to learn in a way that feels natural: you’ll follow along with a bird’s-eye view, clear cues, and a pace that keeps you grounded while you improve.
What you’ll build inside (without the fluff):
- A calm practice method so you improve without overthinking
- Better touch + tone control (beyond the basics)
- Hand independence + coordination so your playing feels smooth, not stiff
- Layout confidence (finding notes by feel, not staring and guessing)
- Rhythm that feels natural — including how to recover when you mess up
- Musical patterns that sound good (and don’t get boring)
- Creating your own tunes so you’re not stuck copying forever
- Incorporating percussion into your tunes
- Flow-state practice — short sessions that compound over time
- and MORE!
The vibe of this course
This isn’t “perform like a pro in 3 days.”
It’s a grounded foundation that makes the handpan feel like yours — and gives you the tools to explore with confidence.
1:1 Private Session - One Off
Direct guidance to refine your playing.
Work with Dan Handpan Man in a private 60-minute Zoom session focused entirely on you — your technique, rhythm, flow, and musical expression.
Whether you’re stuck, just getting started, or want personalised feedback, this session gives you real-time support to move forward with clarity.
Perfect if you want focused help on a specific area of your playing.
Open to players anywhere in the world.
OHR Mentorship - 6-Private Sessions
Direct guidance to refine your playing.
The OHR Personal Flow Mentorship is a six-session experience designed for players who want real progression over time.
Work directly with Dan Handpan Man to refine technique, develop smoother flow, and build confidence in your playing through personalised guidance across multiple sessions.
Can be used over a 12 month period. Save $201 (or get one session free).