Dive deep into new handpan skills

Course Curriculum
Part 1: Introduction
Part 1: Introduction
Welcome to Applied Music Theory for Handpan
2:05
Welcome to Applied Music Theory for Handpan
About this course
3:44
About this course
Why music theory is important
2:18
Why music theory is important
Course goals and objectives
2:16
Course goals and objectives
The notation system
1:47
The notation system
D Kurd scale
1:11
D Kurd scale
F Pygmy scale
0:49
F Pygmy scale
E Amara/Celtic minor scale
0:42
E Amara/Celtic minor scale
Chapter summary
1:42
Chapter summary
Part 2: Modes & scales
Part 2: Modes & scales
Musical notes, scales, keys and modes
3:29
Musical notes, scales, keys and modes
Octaves and intervals
5:00
Octaves and intervals
Interval examples
5:22
Interval examples
How to build a musical mode
8:21
How to build a musical mode
Each scale has 7 modes
4:30
Each scale has 7 modes
Natural minor mode (Aeolian) - D minor/D Kurd scale
2:42
Natural minor mode (Aeolian) - D minor/D Kurd scale
Natural minor mode (Aeolian) - F minor/F Pygmy scale
2:26
Natural minor mode (Aeolian) - F minor/F Pygmy scale
Natural minor mode (Aeolian) - E minor/E Amara scale
2:28
Natural minor mode (Aeolian) - E minor/E Amara scale
Chapter summary
1:18
Chapter summary
Part 3: Chords
Part 3: Chords
What are chords and how to use them
1:07
What are chords and how to use them
How to build chords in D minor
3:44
How to build chords in D minor
Triads and inversions
3:53
Triads and inversions
Why inversions are useful
4:01
Why inversions are useful
Triads and inversions on D Kurd
8:09
Triads and inversions on D Kurd
Chord practice on D Kurd - Block chords
3:32
Chord practice on D Kurd - Block chords
Chord practice on D Kurd - Block chords extensions
3:13
Chord practice on D Kurd - Block chords extensions
Chord practice on D Kurd - Ostinatos
3:01
Chord practice on D Kurd - Ostinatos
Triads and inversions on F Pygmy
4:19
Triads and inversions on F Pygmy
Chord practice on F Pygmy - Block chords
4:22
Chord practice on F Pygmy - Block chords
Chord practice on F Pygmy - Block chords extensions
3:29
Chord practice on F Pygmy - Block chords extensions
Chord practice on F Pygmy - Ostinatos
3:30
Chord practice on F Pygmy - Ostinatos
Triads and inversions on E Amara
5:17
Triads and inversions on E Amara
Chord practice on E Amara - Block chords
3:42
Chord practice on E Amara - Block chords
Chord practice on E Amara - Block chord extensions
3:31
Chord practice on E Amara - Block chord extensions
Chord practice on E Amara - Ostinatos
3:20
Chord practice on E Amara - Ostinatos
Chapter summary
1:43
Chapter summary
Part 4: Chord progressions
Part 4: Chord progressions
What are chord progressions and why we use them
1:41
What are chord progressions and why we use them
Chord progression exercises for D Kurd - Arpeggios
3:08
Chord progression exercises for D Kurd - Arpeggios
Chord progression exercises for D Kurd - Block chords
2:17
Chord progression exercises for D Kurd - Block chords
Chord progression exercises for D Kurd - Block chords with embellishments
2:23
Chord progression exercises for D Kurd - Block chords with embellishments
Chord progression exercises for D Kurd - Ostinatos
2:20
Chord progression exercises for D Kurd - Ostinatos
Chord progression exercises for F Pygmy - Arpeggios
3:33
Chord progression exercises for F Pygmy - Arpeggios
Chord progression exercises for F Pygmy - Block chords
2:21
Chord progression exercises for F Pygmy - Block chords
Chord progression exercises for F Pygmy - Block chords with embellishments
2:12
Chord progression exercises for F Pygmy - Block chords with embellishments
Chord progression exercises for F Pygmy - Ostinatos
2:20
Chord progression exercises for F Pygmy - Ostinatos
Chord progression exercises for E Amara - Arpeggios
3:26
Chord progression exercises for E Amara - Arpeggios
Chord progression exercises for E Amara - Block chords
1:54
Chord progression exercises for E Amara - Block chords
Chord progression exercises for E Amara - Block chords with embellishments
2:17
Chord progression exercises for E Amara - Block chords with embellishments
Chord progression exercises for E Amara - Ostinatos
2:27
Chord progression exercises for E Amara - Ostinatos
D Kurd composition (ostinatos and chord progressions)
2:02
D Kurd composition (ostinatos and chord progressions)
E Amara composition (block chords and chord progressions)
1:53
E Amara composition (block chords and chord progressions)
Chapter summary
3:10
Chapter summary
Part 5: Other types of chords
Part 5: Other types of chords
Beyond triads - other types of chords
1:55
Beyond triads - other types of chords
Chords with 2 notes
4:02
Chords with 2 notes
7th chords
5:03
7th chords
Sus 4 chords
3:28
Sus 4 chords
Sus 2 chords
4:03
Sus 2 chords
7th and Sus 4 chords on D Kurd
4:16
7th and Sus 4 chords on D Kurd
Exercises on D Kurd with other chord progressions - Arpeggios
2:12
Exercises on D Kurd with other chord progressions - Arpeggios
Exercises on D Kurd with other chord progressions - Block chords and beats
2:18
Exercises on D Kurd with other chord progressions - Block chords and beats
7th and Sus 4 chords on F Pygmy
2:53
7th and Sus 4 chords on F Pygmy
Exercises on F Pygmy with advanced chord progressions - Arpeggios
2:09
Exercises on F Pygmy with advanced chord progressions - Arpeggios
Exercises on F Pygmy with advanced chord progressions - Block chords and beats
2:11
Exercises on F Pygmy with advanced chord progressions - Block chords and beats
7th and Sus 4 chords on E Amara
3:22
7th and Sus 4 chords on E Amara
Exercises on E Amara with advanced chord progressions - Arpeggios
2:17
Exercises on E Amara with advanced chord progressions - Arpeggios
Exercises on E Amara with advanced chord progressions - Block chords and beats
1:43
Exercises on E Amara with advanced chord progressions - Block chords and beats
D Kurd composition (7th and sus chords)
1:43
D Kurd composition (7th and sus chords)
E Amara composition (7th and sus chords)
1:53
E Amara composition (7th and sus chords)
Chapter summary
1:33
Chapter summary
Part 6: Extending handpan scales, modal interchange & borrowing notes
Part 6: Extending handpan scales, modal interchange & borrowing notes
How to extend handpan scales
1:28
How to extend handpan scales
Extending D Kurd
3:12
Extending D Kurd
Extending F Pygmy
3:27
Extending F Pygmy
Extending E Amara
3:57
Extending E Amara
What is modal interchange and how to borrow notes
1:44
What is modal interchange and how to borrow notes
The concept of borrowing notes
9:09
The concept of borrowing notes
Natural Minor to Dorian transition with D Kurd
5:04
Natural Minor to Dorian transition with D Kurd
Natural Minor to Dorian transition with E Amara
4:54
Natural Minor to Dorian transition with E Amara
Natural minor to harmonic minor transition with D Kurd
4:44
Natural minor to harmonic minor transition with D Kurd
D Kurd composition (modal interchange & borrowing notes)
2:36
D Kurd composition (modal interchange & borrowing notes)
E Amara composition (modal interchange & borrowing notes)
2:48
E Amara composition (modal interchange & borrowing notes)
Chapter summary
2:59
Chapter summary
Bonus videos: Practice and composition tips
Bonus videos: Practice and composition tips
Practice tips for Part 3
6:34
Practice tips for Part 3
Practice tips for Part 4
7:54
Practice tips for Part 4
Composition tips - Combining different chord progressions (D Kurd)
2:57
Composition tips - Combining different chord progressions (D Kurd)
Composition tips - Two note chords (F Pygmy)
3:44
Composition tips - Two note chords (F Pygmy)
Composition tips - Minor/major transition (E Amara)
2:16
Composition tips - Minor/major transition (E Amara)
Conclusion
Conclusion
Concluding remarks
2:26
Concluding remarks
Acknowledgements
0:36
Acknowledgements
Musical Performances by Baran
Musical Performances by Baran
Hero's Journey
Hero's Journey
Children of the Universe
Children of the Universe
7 Generations
7 Generations
Part 1: Introduction
Part 1: Introduction
Welcome to Applied Music Theory for Handpan
2:05
Welcome to Applied Music Theory for Handpan
About this course
3:44
About this course
Why music theory is important
2:18
Why music theory is important
Course goals and objectives
2:16
Course goals and objectives
The notation system
1:47
The notation system
D Kurd scale
1:11
D Kurd scale
F Pygmy scale
0:49
F Pygmy scale
E Amara/Celtic minor scale
0:42
E Amara/Celtic minor scale
Chapter summary
1:42
Chapter summary
Part 2: Modes & scales
Part 2: Modes & scales
Musical notes, scales, keys and modes
3:29
Musical notes, scales, keys and modes
Octaves and intervals
5:00
Octaves and intervals
Interval examples
5:22
Interval examples
How to build a musical mode
8:21
How to build a musical mode
Each scale has 7 modes
4:30
Each scale has 7 modes
Natural minor mode (Aeolian) - D minor/D Kurd scale
2:42
Natural minor mode (Aeolian) - D minor/D Kurd scale
Natural minor mode (Aeolian) - F minor/F Pygmy scale
2:26
Natural minor mode (Aeolian) - F minor/F Pygmy scale
Natural minor mode (Aeolian) - E minor/E Amara scale
2:28
Natural minor mode (Aeolian) - E minor/E Amara scale
Chapter summary
1:18
Chapter summary
Part 3: Chords
Part 3: Chords
What are chords and how to use them
1:07
What are chords and how to use them
How to build chords in D minor
3:44
How to build chords in D minor
Triads and inversions
3:53
Triads and inversions
Why inversions are useful
4:01
Why inversions are useful
Triads and inversions on D Kurd
8:09
Triads and inversions on D Kurd
Chord practice on D Kurd - Block chords
3:32
Chord practice on D Kurd - Block chords
Chord practice on D Kurd - Block chords extensions
3:13
Chord practice on D Kurd - Block chords extensions
Chord practice on D Kurd - Ostinatos
3:01
Chord practice on D Kurd - Ostinatos
Triads and inversions on F Pygmy
4:19
Triads and inversions on F Pygmy
Chord practice on F Pygmy - Block chords
4:22
Chord practice on F Pygmy - Block chords
Chord practice on F Pygmy - Block chords extensions
3:29
Chord practice on F Pygmy - Block chords extensions
Chord practice on F Pygmy - Ostinatos
3:30
Chord practice on F Pygmy - Ostinatos
Triads and inversions on E Amara
5:17
Triads and inversions on E Amara
Chord practice on E Amara - Block chords
3:42
Chord practice on E Amara - Block chords
Chord practice on E Amara - Block chord extensions
3:31
Chord practice on E Amara - Block chord extensions
Chord practice on E Amara - Ostinatos
3:20
Chord practice on E Amara - Ostinatos
Chapter summary
1:43
Chapter summary
Part 4: Chord progressions
Part 4: Chord progressions
What are chord progressions and why we use them
1:41
What are chord progressions and why we use them
Chord progression exercises for D Kurd - Arpeggios
3:08
Chord progression exercises for D Kurd - Arpeggios
Chord progression exercises for D Kurd - Block chords
2:17
Chord progression exercises for D Kurd - Block chords
Chord progression exercises for D Kurd - Block chords with embellishments
2:23
Chord progression exercises for D Kurd - Block chords with embellishments
Chord progression exercises for D Kurd - Ostinatos
2:20
Chord progression exercises for D Kurd - Ostinatos
Chord progression exercises for F Pygmy - Arpeggios
3:33
Chord progression exercises for F Pygmy - Arpeggios
Chord progression exercises for F Pygmy - Block chords
2:21
Chord progression exercises for F Pygmy - Block chords
Chord progression exercises for F Pygmy - Block chords with embellishments
2:12
Chord progression exercises for F Pygmy - Block chords with embellishments
Chord progression exercises for F Pygmy - Ostinatos
2:20
Chord progression exercises for F Pygmy - Ostinatos
Chord progression exercises for E Amara - Arpeggios
3:26
Chord progression exercises for E Amara - Arpeggios
Chord progression exercises for E Amara - Block chords
1:54
Chord progression exercises for E Amara - Block chords
Chord progression exercises for E Amara - Block chords with embellishments
2:17
Chord progression exercises for E Amara - Block chords with embellishments
Chord progression exercises for E Amara - Ostinatos
2:27
Chord progression exercises for E Amara - Ostinatos
D Kurd composition (ostinatos and chord progressions)
2:02
D Kurd composition (ostinatos and chord progressions)
E Amara composition (block chords and chord progressions)
1:53
E Amara composition (block chords and chord progressions)
Chapter summary
3:10
Chapter summary
Part 5: Other types of chords
Part 5: Other types of chords
Beyond triads - other types of chords
1:55
Beyond triads - other types of chords
Chords with 2 notes
4:02
Chords with 2 notes
7th chords
5:03
7th chords
Sus 4 chords
3:28
Sus 4 chords
Sus 2 chords
4:03
Sus 2 chords
7th and Sus 4 chords on D Kurd
4:16
7th and Sus 4 chords on D Kurd
Exercises on D Kurd with other chord progressions - Arpeggios
2:12
Exercises on D Kurd with other chord progressions - Arpeggios
Exercises on D Kurd with other chord progressions - Block chords and beats
2:18
Exercises on D Kurd with other chord progressions - Block chords and beats
7th and Sus 4 chords on F Pygmy
2:53
7th and Sus 4 chords on F Pygmy
Exercises on F Pygmy with advanced chord progressions - Arpeggios
2:09
Exercises on F Pygmy with advanced chord progressions - Arpeggios
Exercises on F Pygmy with advanced chord progressions - Block chords and beats
2:11
Exercises on F Pygmy with advanced chord progressions - Block chords and beats
7th and Sus 4 chords on E Amara
3:22
7th and Sus 4 chords on E Amara
Exercises on E Amara with advanced chord progressions - Arpeggios
2:17
Exercises on E Amara with advanced chord progressions - Arpeggios
Exercises on E Amara with advanced chord progressions - Block chords and beats
1:43
Exercises on E Amara with advanced chord progressions - Block chords and beats
D Kurd composition (7th and sus chords)
1:43
D Kurd composition (7th and sus chords)
E Amara composition (7th and sus chords)
1:53
E Amara composition (7th and sus chords)
Chapter summary
1:33
Chapter summary
Part 6: Extending handpan scales, modal interchange & borrowing notes
Part 6: Extending handpan scales, modal interchange & borrowing notes
How to extend handpan scales
1:28
How to extend handpan scales
Extending D Kurd
3:12
Extending D Kurd
Extending F Pygmy
3:27
Extending F Pygmy
Extending E Amara
3:57
Extending E Amara
What is modal interchange and how to borrow notes
1:44
What is modal interchange and how to borrow notes
The concept of borrowing notes
9:09
The concept of borrowing notes
Natural Minor to Dorian transition with D Kurd
5:04
Natural Minor to Dorian transition with D Kurd
Natural Minor to Dorian transition with E Amara
4:54
Natural Minor to Dorian transition with E Amara
Natural minor to harmonic minor transition with D Kurd
4:44
Natural minor to harmonic minor transition with D Kurd
D Kurd composition (modal interchange & borrowing notes)
2:36
D Kurd composition (modal interchange & borrowing notes)
E Amara composition (modal interchange & borrowing notes)
2:48
E Amara composition (modal interchange & borrowing notes)
Chapter summary
2:59
Chapter summary
Bonus videos: Practice and composition tips
Bonus videos: Practice and composition tips
Practice tips for Part 3
6:34
Practice tips for Part 3
Practice tips for Part 4
7:54
Practice tips for Part 4
Composition tips - Combining different chord progressions (D Kurd)
2:57
Composition tips - Combining different chord progressions (D Kurd)
Composition tips - Two note chords (F Pygmy)
3:44
Composition tips - Two note chords (F Pygmy)
Composition tips - Minor/major transition (E Amara)
2:16
Composition tips - Minor/major transition (E Amara)
Conclusion
Conclusion
Concluding remarks
2:26
Concluding remarks
Acknowledgements
0:36
Acknowledgements
Musical Performances by Baran
Musical Performances by Baran
Hero's Journey
Hero's Journey
Children of the Universe
Children of the Universe
7 Generations
7 Generations

Baran Yildiz is a Sydney based multi-instrumentalist and his music combines melodies and rhythms of the Anatolia, Middle East and Africa with a modern touch on the hand pan, piano and other percussion instruments.

Baran pushes the boundaries of the handpan instrument through the power of music theory, experimenting with different melodic layers and collaborating with other leading instrumentalists.

Baran was originally trained in classical piano during early childhood. He continued his musical training at the conservatorium during school and his passion has led him to pursue further education in music theory at some of the world's leading music institutions. Baran has gradually become a contemporary world music composer and released two albums: ‘Interbeing’ (September 2019) and Bridging Worlds (October 2023), blending various modern world and neo-classical music elements.

He is regularly invited to perform at the leading world music venues and festivals across Australia.

Learning simplified, fun amplified

See every move

Immersive videos with clear views

All our lessons are shot from above. This means when the instructor uses their left hand, it aligns with your left, and the same for the right. Say goodbye to the brain-bending task of reverse thinking.

We break down every pattern gradually, allowing you to mirror your teacher's hand movements on the handpan with ease.

Compatible with your instrument

Got a central note on top and notes around it? Perfect! All our courses are 100% compatible with your instrument. Handpan, tongue drum, any scale or note count – you name it, it works.

Watch your progress unfold

Maintain that motivation with a clear view of your handpan journey and your course progress. No matter where you pause, it's a breeze to pick up right where you left off.

Progress at your pace

Dive into lessons anytime and rewatch as often as you like to fit your schedule and lifestyle.

Learn anywhere

Access courses on any device: computer, tablet, smartphone, or smart TV.

A downloadable e-book (PDF) of the course's training sheets
Practice unplugged

E-book: your offline handpan guide

This masterclass offers a notation booklet packed with exercises. Print it out, take it to your favorite spot, and enjoy the freedom to practice offline.

Smile while you learn

A notation system that's fun & innovative

Dive into a world of symbols, colors, numbers, and friendly ghosts (booooo). Designed to help you get the most out of the tutorials, our intuitive hand notation system simplifies things. Any pattern becomes second nature. Simply follow along & let those grooves flow.

See every move

Immersive videos with clear views

All our lessons are shot from above. This means when the instructor uses their left hand, it aligns with your left, and the same for the right. Say goodbye to the brain-bending task of reverse thinking.

We break down every pattern gradually, allowing you to mirror your teacher's hand movements on the handpan with ease.

Compatible with your instrument

Got a central note on top and notes around it? Perfect! All our courses are 100% compatible with your instrument. Handpan, tongue drum, any scale or note count – you name it, it works.

Watch your progress unfold

Maintain that motivation with a clear view of your handpan journey and your course progress. No matter where you pause, it's a breeze to pick up right where you left off.

Progress at your pace

Dive into lessons anytime and rewatch as often as you like to fit your schedule and lifestyle.

Learn anywhere

Access courses on any device: computer, tablet, smartphone, or smart TV.

A downloadable e-book (PDF) of the course's training sheets
Practice unplugged

E-book: your offline handpan guide

This masterclass offers a notation booklet packed with exercises. Print it out, take it to your favorite spot, and enjoy the freedom to practice offline.

Smile while you learn

A notation system that's fun & innovative

Dive into a world of symbols, colors and numbers. Designed to help you get the most out of the tutorials, our intuitive hand notation system simplifies things. Any pattern becomes second nature. Simply follow along & let those grooves flow.

See every move

Immersive videos with clear views

All our lessons are shot from above. This means when the instructor uses their left hand, it aligns with your left, and the same for the right. Say goodbye to the brain-bending task of reverse thinking.

We break down every pattern gradually, allowing you to mirror your teacher's hand movements on the handpan with ease.

Compatible with your instrument

Got a central note on top and notes around it? Perfect! All our courses are 100% compatible with your instrument. Handpan, tongue drum, any scale or note count – you name it, it works.

Watch your progress unfold

Maintain that motivation with a clear view of your handpan journey and your course progress. No matter where you pause, it's a breeze to pick up right where you left off.

Progress at your pace

Dive into lessons anytime and rewatch as often as you like to fit your schedule and lifestyle.

Learn anywhere

Access courses on any device: computer, tablet, smartphone, or smart TV.

Practice unplugged

E-book: your offline handpan guide

This masterclass offers a notation booklet packed with exercises. Print it out, take it to your favorite spot, and enjoy the freedom to practice offline.

A downloadable e-book (PDF) of the course's training sheets
See every move

Immersive videos with clear views

All our lessons are shot from above. This means when the instructor uses their left hand, it aligns with your left, and the same for the right. Say goodbye to the brain-bending task of reverse thinking.

We break down every pattern gradually, allowing you to mirror your teacher's hand movements on the handpan with ease.

Watch your progress unfold

Maintain that motivation with a clear view of your handpan journey and your course progress. No matter where you pause, it's a breeze to pick up right where you left off.

Compatible with your instrument

Got a central note on top and notes around it? Perfect! All our courses are 100% compatible with your instrument. Handpan, tongue drum, any scale or note count – you name it, it works.

Progress at your pace

Dive into lessons anytime and rewatch as often as you like to fit your schedule and lifestyle.

Learn anywhere

Access courses on any device: computer, tablet, smartphone, or smart TV.

Top 3 reasons why you'll love this masterclass

Improve your understanding of music
Build strong foundations for your compositions
Play melodies, chords and progressions that you didn't know before
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Great structure, easy and clear to follow. I am still a beginner but I already love it!
Marcos Bellettati Fernandes

Marcos Bellettati Fernandes

Great teachers. Great platform. Love it 😊
Fabian Lica

Fabian Lica

Awesome & highly recommended Handpan course with great teachers and very good learning structure for all levels.
Andreas Martin

Andreas Martin

Clear and fun lessons, straight to the point and clearly designed for quick progress built on solid foundations.
Rachel Bibby

Rachel Bibby

This site has lots of great handpan tutorials and beautiful music. It is super easy to navigate, and a foolproof way to learn the handpan, no matter what level player you are.
Diane Cashwell Petteway

Diane Cashwell Petteway

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of loop station will Jeremy be demonstrating and performing with?

In this masterclass, Jeremy will exclusively be using BOSS loop stations, namely the RC-30, the RC-50 (now replaced by the RC-300) and the RC-505.

He considers these to be the most ergonomic plug’n’play units for percussionists. For instance, they have a microphone input with phantom power, which is not the case for many loop stations.

Also, Boss loop stations are used around the world, allowing people everywhere to share advice and experience.

I don’t have the same loop station as Jeremy. Is this course still for me?

Though a few buttons and features may be different on your loop station, almost all loop stations have similar characteristics and workflow, and you should be able to follow the entire course.

As most of the operations demonstrated and described are the same on all loopers, Jeremy’s masterclass will give you a deeper understanding of how to refine your sound and build beautiful tracks.

What gear is required to follow this masterclass?

To follow this course you will need the following equipment:


Essential:
  • A loop station with an XLR (microphone) input.
  • A decent quality microphone of any brand, with a stand.
  • An XLR (microphone) cable.
  • A pair of headphones or an amplifier to connect to your loop station’s output.
Recommended:
  • Because there is a section on sculpting your instruments with EQ (equalization), a mixer desk with EQs on each channel is desirable.
  • Because there is a section about FX (effects), owning pedals (octaver, delay, reverb, etc.) is also desirable, especially if they are similar to Jeremy’s. (Note that you will receive a full list of Jeremy’s gear as part of the course.)
Optional:
  • Additional instruments other than your handpan (e.g. cajon, keyboard, jaw harp, or any other instrument).

Reading this article will help you choose equipment according to your budget.

What if I’m missing some of the gear listed above?
Are you missing essential gear?

This course will inspire and guide you in the purchase of your first looping equipment.

  • Reading this article will help you choose equipment according to your budget.
  • When you enroll in the course, you will access the full list of equipment used in the masterclass. Why not treat yourself to some new gear in the near future and come back afterwards to enjoy the course in its fullest?
Are you missing recommended or optional gear?
  • Remember that this is a broad and insightful sound/effects/looping course with lots for any musician to take away, whether you have a basic or advanced setup. It was designed with the knowledge that many of the participants will not own the same equipment as Jeremy.
  • Because when you enroll in the course you get lifelong access to Jeremy’s Masterclass, you can start by learning from his experience and gaining inspiration. Later on, when you are able to purchase new gear, you will be able to come back to specific sections and put them into practice. To help you with this, you will receive a full list of Jeremy’s gear as part of the course.
What type of loop station will Jeremy be demonstrating and performing with?

In this masterclass, Jeremy will exclusively be using BOSS loop stations, namely the RC-30, the RC-50 (now replaced by the RC-300) and the RC-505.

He considers these to be the most ergonomic plug’n’play units for percussionists. For instance, they have a microphone input with phantom power, which is not the case for many loop stations.

Also, Boss loop stations are used around the world, allowing people everywhere to share advice and experience.

I don’t have the same loop station as Jeremy. Is this course still for me?

Though a few buttons and features may be different on your loop station, almost all loop stations have similar characteristics and workflow, and you should be able to follow the entire course.

As most of the operations demonstrated and described are the same on all loopers, Jeremy’s masterclass will give you a deeper understanding of how to refine your sound and build beautiful tracks.

What gear is required to follow this masterclass?

To follow this course you will need the following equipment:


Essential:
  • A loop station with an XLR (microphone) input.
  • A decent quality microphone of any brand, with a stand.
  • An XLR (microphone) cable.
  • A pair of headphones or an amplifier to connect to your loop station’s output.
Recommended:
  • Because there is a section on sculpting your instruments with EQ (equalization), a mixer desk with EQs on each channel is desirable.
  • Because there is a section about FX (effects), owning pedals (octaver, delay, reverb, etc.) is also desirable, especially if they are similar to Jeremy’s. (Note that you will receive a full list of Jeremy’s gear as part of the course.)
Optional:
  • Additional instruments other than your handpan (e.g. cajon, keyboard, jaw harp, or any other instrument).

Reading this article will help you choose equipment according to your budget.

What if I’m missing some of the gear listed above?
Are you missing essential gear?

This course will inspire and guide you in the purchase of your first looping equipment.

  • Reading this article will help you choose equipment according to your budget.
  • When you enroll in the course, you will access the full list of equipment used in the masterclass. Why not treat yourself to some new gear in the near future and come back afterwards to enjoy the course in its fullest?
Are you missing recommended or optional gear?
  • Remember that this is a broad and insightful sound/effects/looping course with lots for any musician to take away, whether you have a basic or advanced setup. It was designed with the knowledge that many of the participants will not own the same equipment as Jeremy.
  • Because when you enroll in the course you get lifelong access to Jeremy’s Masterclass, you can start by learning from his experience and gaining inspiration. Later on, when you are able to purchase new gear, you will be able to come back to specific sections and put them into practice. To help you with this, you will receive a full list of Jeremy’s gear as part of the course.
What gear will Tom be using?

Tom will be using a standard computer, an entry-level microphone (Rode NT1A) and audio interface (Focusrite Scarlett 2i2), and of course his ears and creativity.

In some optional lessons, he will be using entry-level midi controllers (Novation Launch Control & Novation Launchpad S).

As we’ve said before, there is nothing fancy here, and any similar gear you own will do perfectly.

What gear is required to follow the lessons?

This course is made for you to be able to follow even if you have very limited equipment.

You only need the following:

Essential:
  • A computer (even a low-performance one is fine).
  • A microphone + audio interface: absolutely any will do, but Tom will advise you in the first few lessons to help you choose if you haven’t already got one. If your microphone can be connected straight into your computer, an audio interface won’t be needed.
  • Some music production software: Tom uses Ableton Live, but you can totally use different software. He explains in one of the first lessons how to get Ableton Live for free or affordably, and what other software you can use – there are many free options!

That’s it, you’re good to go! However, if you have or want to use more equipment, Tom will also take you through optional gear that may be of interest to you in a few of the lessons.

Optional:
  • ClipLaunch midi controller (e.g. Novation’s launchpad) for live performances
  • Mixing midi controller (e.g. Novation’s launch control) for a quicker workflow

These controllers will mainly speed up your workflow and make the process more comfortable and fun. However, you can do absolutely everything without them.

I don’t have Ableton Live or want to use other software.

Tom uses Ableton Live software, but you can totally use different software. He explains in one of the first lessons how to get Ableton Live for free or affordably, and goes through other software options you can choose from.

All music production software is pretty similar so it shouldn’t be difficult for you to follow the course if you are already using another one and want to keep going with it.If you have never used any music production software before and you’re a total beginner, our advice would be to get the trial or the Lite version of Ableton Live to follow the course. (You probably already have the lite version, since it comes free with most audio gear these days!)

You’ll then have the knowledge you need to either switch to another software, or stick with Ableton Live.

Once again, there’s a good chance you can get the Lite version for free, and Tom will explain how. 😉

What if I’m missing some of the gear listed above?
Are you missing essential gear (such as a microphone or interface)?


This course will inspire and guide you to purchase your first set of equipment. If you do not have some of the required gear, great ! You’ll then get some good advice to help you choose. 😉

Are you missing optional gear ?
  • Remember that this is a broad and insightful course with lots for any musician to take away, whether you have a basic or advanced setup. It was designed with the knowledge that many of the participants would not own the same equipment as Tom. Tom will help you understand the concepts rather than focus on the gear itself. That way, you can easily adapt it to any other similar setup.
  • Because you get lifelong access to Tom’s Masterclass when you enroll in the course, you can start by learning from his experience and gaining inspiration. Later on, when you are able to purchase new gear, you can come back to specific sections to get advice, choose the perfect gear for you and put what you’ve learned into practice.
What is included with this masterclass?

When you enroll in this masterclass, we've got everything ready for you to access:

Immediate access to all 100 exclusive lessons
A downloadable e-book (PDF) of the course's training sheets

If you choose our MasterTheHandpan Academy membership (undoubtedly the best value), you'll get everything from the course, plus so much more :
- Unlimited access to all our courses —including the new ones we introduce (3-4 each year)
- Exclusive entry into our vibrant private community

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What's the difference between the single course and the all-access pass?

Let's clear this up so you know exactly what you're getting into:

  • Single course: It's a one-time purchase. Buy the course once, and it's yours with lifetime access.
  • All-access pass: MasterTheHandpan Academy offers a membership with unlimited access to all our courses, including 3-4 new ones introduced each year. Your access continues uninterrupted as long as you maintain your membership. Plus, you'll join our private community, where you can participate in Q&A live sessions, workshops, challenges and much more.

For the most comprehensive experience, MasterTheHandpan Academy offers superior value.

How much does the course cost?

- The single masterclass is priced at 

$149

149€

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It's a one-time purchase. Buy the course once, and it's yours with lifetime access.

- The MasterTheHandpan Academy membership at $29 per month.

This membership not only includes this course but also gives you access to all our other courses, any new courses we add, plus entry into our vibrant community.

Do I need to be tech-savvy to learn through your platform?

Not at all! MasterTheHandpan is designed to be user-friendly. You can easily navigate through the platform, and if you ever encounter any issues, our support team is here to help.

Is my instrument compatible with this course?

Have a central note with surrounding notes? Perfect! Every single one of our courses is designed to be 100% compatible with instruments like the Handpan and the tongue drum. Different scales, note counts, colors? We've got you covered. Here is a 3-video series to clear everything up.

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Yes, you can access our courses on multiple devices. Whether you prefer to learn on your computer, tablet, or smartphone, you'll have full access to all course materials.

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