Learn to Play the Handpan from Scratch: Manual, Video Lessons and Exercises by Loris Lombardo
- Loris Lombardo
- Jul 16
- 3 min read
If you’re fascinated by the magical sound of the handpan or want to learn to play the handpan from scratch, the structured handpan course by Loris Lombardo is a complete educational resource for both beginners and experienced musicians. This handpan manual with video lessons and exercises is designed to guide you through a practical and engaging musical journey.
With over 160 pages of technical explanations, progressive exercises, and practical tips, Loris Lombardo’s handpan manual takes you step by step through learning the instrument. It’s ideal both for those starting from zero and for players who want to refine their handpan technique.
The included DVD offers over five hours of high-quality video lessons: each exercise is demonstrated in real time to support a visual, practical, and effective learning experience.
✔️ Complete handpan manual for all skill levels
✔️ Video lessons to learn every technique
✔️ Step-by-step guided exercises
✔️ No need to read sheet music
✔️ Based on years of international percussion study
What’s Included in the Handpan Manual: Lessons, Exercises, and Content
The Handpan Manual + DVD by Loris Lombardo is a complete, all-in-one course:
Introduction to proper posture and hand movement
Basic techniques for clean and harmonious sounds
Rhythmic patterns inspired by both traditional and modern styles
Practical exercises on accents, ghost notes, and dynamics
Techniques for musical improvisation and composition
Care and maintenance of the instrument
Handpan Manual and Video Lessons: The Instructional DVD Explained
The DVD is the core of the handpan course: each exercise is personally explained by Loris Lombardo, with clear visuals showing posture, movements, and touch. This combination of written material and video exercises helps improve muscle memory and musical understanding.
Useful study tips:
Focus on one exercise at a time
Alternate between reading the manual and watching the videos
Repeat movements until you feel confident
Philosophy of the Handpan Manual: Lessons and Teaching Method
Loris Lombardo’s handpan teaching method integrates percussion techniques from various world music traditions:
Indian percussion (tabla, mridangam)
Turkish and Middle Eastern traditions (daf, darbuka)
Western classical percussion
This global approach makes each handpan lesson rich and inspiring. Loris values both musical instinct and technical development, helping every student find their own personal style.
Who Is Loris Lombardo
Loris Lombardo is one of the leading Italian experts in handpan and percussion. A graduate in classical percussion, he won the World Drum Contest 2011 and was featured on Italy’s Got Talent 2017. He is the author of the first Italian handpan manual and director of Suoni dal Mondo Music Academy, where he offers courses and masterclasses for all levels.
Practical Exercises in the Video
The handpan DVD includes exercises such as the “Four One Two” and other rhythmic patterns. Each example is explained and demonstrated, helping you develop a solid sense of rhythm. Listening to original tracks, such as Notturno, helps you naturally absorb the musical style of the handpan.
Where to Buy the Manual
The complete handpan manual with DVD is available on our official website. With your purchase, you’ll receive a comprehensive guide suitable for every stage of your journey—from your first lesson to advanced rhythms.
Practical Tips for Learning to Play the Handpan
Practice at least 20 minutes a day
Take your time and follow the lessons in order
Combine exercises with improvisation
Let yourself be inspired by the videos and audio tracks
Conclusion
If you’re looking for an effective way to learn to play the handpan, the manual + DVD by Loris Lombardo is the ideal solution. With clear lessons, progressive exercises, video demonstrations, and a proven method, this course will guide you on your musical journey—helping you develop technique, musicality, and creativity.
🎶 Handpan, lessons, exercises, and Loris Lombardo’s complete method: your musical journey starts here.
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