Located in central Bristol, in the Meridian HQ, Handpan Academy Bristol is a place for handpan players and enthusiasts of all levels and experiences. We offer a range of courses, workshops and classes for those who want to learn and advance their handpan playing skills and try instruments of different scales, materials and sizes.
Explore the handpan
Try handpans of different scales, sizes and materials
Learn different striking techniques
Create simple rhythms and melodies
Jam with others & enjoy playing music
2 SESSIONS x 3H
4 - 6 PEOPLE PER GROUP
INSTRUMETNS PROVIDED
PRICE: £120
BEGINNERS WEEKEND COURSES
OCTOBER 30th - 31st (FULLY BOOKED)
1pm - 4pm each day
NOVEMBER 13th - 14th (1 spot left)
1pm - 4pm each day
NOVEMBER 27th - 28th
1pm - 4pm each day
DECEMBER 4th - 5th (1 spot left)
1pm - 4pm each day
Workshops for all those who already have some experience with playing the handpan.
These sessions are adapted to different levels so it is challenging enough but not too overwhelming for all those who come to enjoy music with us.
In each workshop we will explore a different topic - get in touch if you'd like to explore a particular topic!
DURATION: 3H
4 - 6 PEOPLE PER GROUP
PRICE: £70
INTERMEDIATE WORKSHOPS
OCTOBER 24th | Handpan Composition
1pm - 4pm
We will share different approaches to compositions with each other and get inspired by beautiful handpan music from around the world. There won't be any theory involved...
NOVEMBER 21st | Creating & Developing Rhythms
1pm - 4pm
We will explore how to create rhythms and make them fun to play.
DECEMBER 3rd | Introduction into odd rhythms
4pm - 7pm
This session is for anyone who would like to start experimenting with odd rhythms - we will be playing in the beat of 5 or 7.
Individual classes
Small group classes (3 people max)
Duration: 60/90min
Instruments provided
Possibility to rent a handpan
Price: £35 per hour (1-1 class)
PRIVATE CLASSES
PRIVATE CLASSES
Teacher and founder of the Handpan Academy Bristol
About Marketa
After years as a classically trained pianist, Marketa began her journey with the handpan in 2016, finding a new approach to music with this instrument. She began teaching in 2018, before starting up The Handpan Academy in August 2020. Marketa performs both solo and as part of the handpan duo MEA. Her love for the handpan comes from the freedom to create your own melodies and rhythms and her classes guide students to express themselves through this unique instrument, connecting to music in a different way.