Handpan Lessons and Clinics
The handpan is one of the newer tuned-percussion instruments in the world, and people are really captivated by its unique and hypnotic sound. It’s quite easy to get started on. All the notes are in tune with each other, so there are emphatically no bad notes!
This unique and multifaceted instrument blends the stunning auditory quality of steel drums, with the tactile, portable sensation of hand drums. It’s brand name is “Hang” (sometimes called The Hang or hang drum) it truly is a unique instrument, and we at PMM are beyond pleased to offer clinics to demystify it’s beauty and rhythms with instructor Arturo!
Our Handpan Clinics come around about 2-4 times per year and our next clinic is happening on Monday January 12, 2026 from 6:30-8:30pm!
Spend 2-hours getting acquainted with this amazing instrument with the skilled guidance of teacher Arturo. Participants in the clinic will hear a short demonstration of the handpan and partake in an interactive practice session playing the family of handpans and tongue drums. Through a unique partnership with Gandharva Loka World Music Instruments (located on Granville Island) PMM will offer 3 different types of instruments to the participants of the handpan clinic: tongue drums, hybrid handpans, and full sized handpans. Plus we often have more than one instrument which each come with their own unique scale, so particpants will be able to have a sonic comparison as well as a physical comparison of the whole family of instruments.
Spaces are limited to ensure a high participant-to-instructor ration so we recommend signing up early to guarantee your spot!
HANDPAN CLINIC
Monday @ 6:30-8:30pm
January 12, 2026
2435A Granville Island
$70.00/participant
Bucket Drumming (coming to PMM in Spring 2026!)
Rumbling over to PMM starting March 2026 is the brand new and fantastically fun Bucket Drumming Class!
Bucket drumming is incredibly accessible method of learning the rudiments of drumming. Plus it takes place in a group class and rhythms with instructor Arturo!
Our Handpan Clinics come around about 2-4 times per year and our next clinic is happening on Monday March 30, 2026 from 6:30-8:00pm!
Spend your Mondays whacking a bucket in time to a fantastic set of grooves. Lead by teacher Arturo you’ll be sure to learn several drum rhythms, how to handle a short solo, and spend 90-mintues with a smile on your face! Bring your own icec ream bucket, Recycle bin, or trash can, or let us supply you with one for just $5.00!
BUCKET DRUMMING CLASS
Mondays @ 6:30-8:00pm
March 30 to June 30, 2026
Weekly class
2435A Granville Street
$30/class or about $120 (for 4 weeks)
Rudiments and Drum Pad
Currently wait-listing interested participants
Embark on your journey today!
If you’re excited to begin learning, you can book your first lesson using our simple online calendar. Getting started is easier than you think.
If you’d like to talk through your goals or figure out the best fit, we’re happy to help. We love meeting new students and answering any questions.