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I have never played an instrument: are Essentials and Level 1 really suitable for beginners?

Absolutely, 1000%! Both our beginner courses were created specifically with beginners in mind!

Essentials for handpan beginners and Level 1 - Beginner were designed for players who are starting from zero, even if you’ve never touched an instrument before! These courses focuses on building strong foundations step by step: posture, hand technique, rhythm basics, coordination, and simple musical patterns.

You don’t need music theory.

You don’t need prior experience.

You just need curiosity and consistency!

These lessons progress gradually, so you won’t feel overwhelmed. Many of our students began exactly where you are now, and these courses gave them the confidence to start playing real music quickly.

But we don't stop there. These courses also goes beyond just the basics. You’ll learn numerous rhythms with their variations, and discover how to apply them to your own scale to compose your own pieces.

By the end of these courses, your touch will be precise, your left and right hand strikes balanced, you’ll have a wide range of rhythms and advanced patterns, and a great toolkit of playing techniques.

If you're new to music, this is exactly where you should begin. Or if you're looking to build a solid foundation on the handpan, you're in the right place, too!

If you'd like to learn from different teachers and put your growing skills into practice, or if you plan to learn beyond the basics, we highly recommend checking out the Academy, which will give you access to the Essentials and Level 1 courses, along with all other courses from Master The Handpan ! Discover the Academy!

Updated on: 11/02/2026

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