MALTE MARTEN METHOD

HANDPAN TEACHER MAP

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MALTE MARTEN METHOD

CERTIFIED HANDPAN SCHOOL

HANDPAN PARADISE

HANDPAN SCHOOL BOCHUM

Use our map to find a certified Malte Marten Method handpan teacher near you. For more information on our teachers' courses and offerings, there are two options: You can check their profiles directly or find all courses and events categorized under Handpan Activities in the top navigation.

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MALTE MARTEN METHOD

CERTIFIED HANDPAN TEACHER

  • A man with a beard and casual clothing holding a large hang drum instrument in front of a brown textured background.

    Andreas Mathys

    RÜTI ZH/SCHWEIZ

    Ich möchte mich bewusst vom klassischen Lehrer-Schüler-System distanzieren, da auch ich mich auf dieser musikalischen Reise weiterhin als Schüler sehe. Daher verstehe ich mich als Vermittler und Begleiter, der dir zur Seite steht.

  • A man with glasses and a beard clapping his hands in front of early musical instruments, with wooden shelves and indoor lighting in the background.

    Emanuele Brunazzetto

    ALBIGNASEGO PD/ITALIEN

    Suono l’Handpan da più di 10 anni e insegno con passione a chi vuole avvicinarsi a questo strumento o migliorare la propria tecnica. Moltissime persone hanno già scelto i miei corsi, apprezzando un metodo chiaro, accessibile e coinvolgente.

  • A woman wearing a scarf and glasses on her head, sitting outdoors on a grassy hill, playing a handpan musical instrument.

    Katrin Engelke

    BERLIN/GERMANY

    Die Handpan hat mich im Sturm erobert. Für mich ist sie ein ganz besonderes Instrument. Das Handpanspielen ist für mich Ausdruck meiner Kreativität und meiner Gefühlswelten, die sich in Form von Klängen zeigen.

  • A woman sitting on a white cube, wearing a white shirt, black pants, and black boots, smiling, and holding a large, shiny, brown, metallic handpan instrument.

    Hiroo Tachibana

    NARA/JAPAN

    21 years ago I established a space called "Sora" and use music, singing bowls, and handpans to provide healing to those who need it, making everything myself, including textiles, natural stones, and home-grown vegetables.

  • A young man with long, curly brown hair and a beard holds a blue handpan drum, standing outdoors in a wooded area with green trees and bushes in the background.

    Elijah Pantam

    DAWSONVILLE/GEORGIA/USA

    Greetings! I’m Elijah Pantam, a Handpan player and teacher out of Dawsonville Ga. It is my great honor to be a part of the Malte Marten Method and to assist you in your Handpan journey.

  • A man with glasses and light brown hair holds a metal hang drum outdoors in a grassy field with small yellow and white flowers.

    Martin Kowalewski

    HAMBURG/GERMANY

    I teach handpan for people who aim for a personal journey with this instrument. I love to teach beginners as well as people who already have some background and need more structure and an accompanied process to evolve themselves on this journey.

  • A person sitting on a fallen tree in a forest with yellow and orange autumn foliage, playing a handpan.

    Emily Zhu

    MARKHAM/ONTARIO/CANADA

    I'm Emily Zhu. I have been immersed in music since childhood, starting with piano at the age of four. With a background in music and education from both China and Canada, I have always been passionate about exploring different musical expressions.

  • A young person sitting on a rock in a lush green jungle, playing a handpan musical instrument.

    Nguyễn Tuấn Việt

    HO CHI MINH CITY/VIETNAM

    I am Nguyễn Tuấn Việt, a handpan artist and a storyteller through music from Vietnam. My journey with the handpan is not just about playing notes—it’s about touching the soul, both my own and those who listen.

  • A man with a beard and tattooed arm playing a steel tongue drum.

    James Hunter Crossley

    LONDON/UNITED KINGDOM

    I created The London Handpan Academy a school dedicated to this beautiful instrument. Having spent my younger years as a professional athlete I turned my time and focus to sound healing and wellbeing.

  • A young woman with wavy hair, glasses, and a patterned blouse, leaning on a large black musical instrument, likely a hang drum, outdoors during sunset.

    Esmée Iris Versteeg

    GOES/NETHERLANDS

    With a background in sound healing and years of experience exploring consciousness and self-discovery, I bring a deep, intuitive approach to my handpan teaching. As a mother, partner, and passionate musician, I believe in the power of trust, love, and self-expression.

  • Person wearing glasses and a gray sweater playing a handpan instrument in a living room.

    Nicky Graßmann

    MECKENBEUREN/GERMANY

    Ich habe das Handpanspielen im Jahr 2019 entdeckt und seitdem ist es aus meinem Leben nicht mehr wegzudenken. Die Freude am Spielen, auch wenn es manchmal nur wenige Minuten am Tag sein können, möchte ich gerne weitergeben.

  • Smiling elderly man holding a handpan musical instrument outdoors near a tree with fall foliage.

    Norbert Rehländer

    BERLIN/GERMANY

    I never thought of myself as a musician—until I discovered the handpan. It has changed my life. Its sounds touch the heart directly, creating harmony and peace—for both humans and animals alike. With the handpan, I have found a way to create moments of peace and beauty. It’s pure magic.

  • A man sitting on a rock under a tree, playing a handpan instrument in a lush garden.

    Yash Khetan

    HELMOND/NETHERLANDS

    I’ve always been drawn to percussion instruments—the way rhythm speaks without words, the way each beat tells a story. But the handpan? That’s something truly special. It’s a dance between silence and sound, a space where music and stillness meet.

  • Person standing outdoors at sunset, holding a large round musical instrument in front of their face, near a body of water with trees in the background.

    Julie Follin

    SAINTES/FRANCE

    Your handpanistic ray of sunshine who has been traveling across France for over a year! 😄☀️ When I'm not making the notes of my handpan sing, you'll probably find me laughing or encouraging someone with all the kindness my little heart overflows with!

  • A man with long hair and a beard, sitting outdoors on a grassy field, holding a steel tongue drum with his hand resting on it, during golden hour with backlit sunlight.

    Leander Govinda Greitemann

    MAINZ/GERMANY

    Leander Greitemann is a speaker, author and handpan player/teacher. When he discovered the handpan in 2020, he knew something was different. Never had he played an instrument with so much passion and joy.

  • A young woman sitting outdoors near a large tree, holding a handpan musical instrument, wearing a striped off-shoulder dress.

    Kristina Savkova

    KEMPTEN IM ALLGÄU/GERMANY

    As a highly qualified music teacher specializing in percussion and guitar, I have been teaching for over fifteen years. My goal is to provide students with a strong musical foundation through basic music theory, rhythm training, and learning different instruments.

  • Portrait of a young woman with medium-length black hair, wearing a light blue jacket, resting her chin on her hand, against a gray background.

    Harper Fu (Wenjie Fu)

    CHENGDU/CHINA

    I’m intoxicated by the sounds of nature, and would like to capture the glimmer of life with smiling eyes to pursue a balanced and harmonious state, create a stable beauty and delve into the art of the soul. Always on my way to touch the softest part of the soul~

  • A woman with curly gray hair, glasses, and earrings, sitting on a chair, smiling, and playing a large copper-colored handpan instrument in a music or shop setting with wooden shelves and more handpan instruments in the background.

    Brechtje Romeijnders

    ZIERIKZEE/NETHERLANDS

    Are you hooked as well on the beautiful mesmerizing sound of the handpan? I’m happy to teach you how to get the best sound out of your instrument. Before you know it, you’ll be able to play the finest melodies & rhythms at your own level and speed.

  • A man with a beard and tattoos, smiling, wearing a white long sleeve shirt and a necklace, sitting on a motorcycle with a dark leafy background.

    Seamus Schulze

    FUERTEVENTURA/GRAN CANARIA/COLOGNE GERMANY

    My approach blends technical precision with a deep understanding of musical storytelling, making learning both accessible and inspiring. I offer a structured yet free-flowing way to unlock your musical potential.

  • A smiling man sitting cross-legged on the floor holding a large hang drum with circular indentations, looking at it with admiration.

    Raychard Huang

    TAIPEI/TAIWAN

    My teaching philosophy goes beyond technique; I believe that music is a profound journey of self-exploration and spiritual growth. Each note played is an opportunity for mindfulness, presence, and expression of your inner world.

  • A smiling elderly woman with blonde hair posing behind a large handpan drum, resting her hands on it, in a cozy room with a green wall, decorative pillows, a wicker chair, and abstract wall art.

    Kim West

    SPOKANE/WA/USA

    Discover the joy of learning to play your handpan with Kim West, a Malte Marten Method trained handpan instructor.
    Kim's approach: As a registered nurse and a survivor of life experiences, I offer a gentle approach to learning to play a handpan. Playing my handpan enables me to genuinely thrive in my world.

  • A woman standing outdoors at sunset, holding a large handpan musical instrument. She is smiling and wearing a purple T-shirt with a circular emblem, with trees and a river in the background.

    Sabine Kind

    OBERERBACH BEI ALTENKIRCHEN (WESTERWALD)/GERMANY

    Ohne Noten Handpan spielen, Dich selbst ausdrücken durch die Musik, in Deiner eigenen Geschwindigkeit lernen, ohne Druck, egal in welchem Alter. Wie hört sich das für Dich an?

  • A man sitting on a cushion playing a large metallic handpan drum, surrounded by other smaller handpan drums and percussion instruments.

    Lukas Ziegler

    HALLEIN/AUSTRIA

    Lukas teaches Handpan with a focus on intuitive and meditative playing. His workshops offer a structured yet free approach to the instrument. He enjoys guiding beginners through their first steps, creating an easygoing and inspiring learning experience.

  • A person sitting near a lake surrounded by mountains, holding a handpan instrument, with snow on the ground and on the mountains, cloudy sky.

    Victor Hugo Jimenez Carapia

    MEXICO CITY/MEXICO

    I am yoga teacher and i like playing meditative instruments. I like to teach handpan for beginners, I can help you to open the door to the music world, music is an invitation to the self awareness, a time for mental silence.

  • Woman playing a handpan drum outdoors near the beach on a sunny day.

    Klara Ratajczak

    HAGEN/GERMANY

    Ich bin Musikerin und Künstlerin. Meine Liebe zur Handpan ist so gewachsen, dass ich mich entschieden habe, dies weiter zu vermitteln und zu verbreiten. Die friedvollem Klänge der Handpan verbreitet eine ganz besondere Stimmung!

  • A woman sitting outdoors in a forested area with purple flowers, holding a handpan musical instrument, smiling.

    Jora Lee (李静怡)

    SHANGHAI/CHINA

    I'm a handpan player from Shanghai China, specializing in teaching beginners.

  • A young man with glasses, a goatee, and a mustache smiling at the camera, standing against a textured beige wall.

    Mark Manning

    SPOKANE/WA/USA

    I've discovered the joy of creating handpan music to be extremely therapeutic. I'm passionate about helping others unlock their creative expression.

  • A smiling man wearing a gray baseball cap, standing on a pebbled beach during the daytime, holding a handpan musical instrument. The background shows a body of water with distant sailboats and mountains under a cloudy sky.

    Gero Weber

    RAVENSBURG/GERMANY

    Die Musik begleitete mich bereits mein ganzes Leben, im Wesentlichen als Schlagzeuger in verschiedenen Bandprojekten, aber später auch immer wieder mit verschiedenen anderen Instrumenten.

  • Smiling woman with short dark hair wearing sunglasses, tan sweater, black scarf, and wristwatch, carrying a large black backpack with red accents, in an airport terminal.

    Sabine Bandlow

    NÜRNBERG/GERMANY

    Meine Reise mit der Handpan begann 2023. Bereits als ich das erste Mal dieses wunderbare Instrument spielen durfte, hat es mich in seinen Bann gezogen. 

  • A man sitting cross-legged on a sandy beach, smiling and resting his chin on his hands, with a handpan musical instrument in front of him and ocean waves in the background.

    Alex Adamos

    ATHENS, MYKONOS ISLAND/GREECE

    Starting in summer 2025, we will offer our guests daily Handpan lessons at Koukoumi Vegan Hotel in Mykonos. Allowing them to experience the transformative power of this beautiful instrument.

  • A woman with short hair and earrings, wearing a gray dress, playing a steel tongue drum in a room with green curtains and wooden floors.

    Marie Ecoffey

    BULLE/SWITZERLAND

    My name is Marie, and I live in Switzerland. I literally fell in love with the handpan during a trip to Barcelona. In Park Güell, a woman was playing it and singing. From that moment on, I told myself that I would love to do the same.

  • A woman with gray hair sitting outdoors in a desert landscape, holding a black musical instrument resembling a handpan or hang drum, wearing a red and white polka dot dress, with mountains and sparse trees in the background.

    Corinna Halanke

    INGOLSTADT/GERMANY

    I am Corinna, and I offer 1:1 personalized handpan lessons in the Ingolstadt, Bavaria | Germany area.
    Born in the South of Germany and raised in Brazil, I've had the opportunity to experience the musical world in all its diverse directions and facets.

  • A young man with long curly hair, wearing a blue t-shirt, outdoors near a tree with green leaves, smiling at the camera.

    Prana Rising

    CENTERPORT/NY/USA

    I am a professional handpan artist, music educator, and founder of Sound Artist Handpan & Creative Music School NY, the leading handpan school and store in the New York tri-state area.

  • A man sitting outdoors near a lake, playing a handpan instrument, with green trees in the background.

    Mathias Neumüller

    BORNHEIM/GERMANY

    Fühlst du dich auch so berührt von den magischen Klängen der Handpan? Dann los – ich unterstütze dich mit all meiner Expertise dabei, diesen Klangraum selbst zu erschaffen!

  • A man with tattoos holding a large spherical object resembling a moon decorated with stickers, standing outdoors in a wooded area during sunset.

    Warren Shanti

    BOCHUM/GERMANY

    I'm Warren Shanti, handpan artist and teacher. I learn how to play handpan through pure intuition with no formal musical theory background, just a deep, meditative connection with the handpan rooted in listening and exploration, and playing / creating with deep intention.

  • A young woman with long brown hair is observing a moon lamp, which has a textured surface resembling the moon's craters, placed on a table. There is another object, possibly a bowl or another lamp, to her right with decorative stickers on it. The background features a wall with a dark leafy plant and an artistic reflection or shadow of a woman with closed eyes.

    Hangala (Isabelle Kohtz)

    BOCHUM/GERMANY

    Hi, my name is Isabelle Kohtz, and I am known artistically as Hangala.
    About four and a half years ago, I was captivated by the magical sound of the handpan. When my very first handpan arrived, I knew instantly—this was more than just an instrument. It was a calling, a profound part of my path.