Phang Jian Hao, Ondo Handpan Studio founder, describes the handpan as an instrument that is full of unknowns and challenges, which he considers a big part of its charm. Photo: Dev Lee The Ondo! A ...

It is also said to be grabbing the attention of amateur and seasoned musicians in India. Relaxing, pleasing, calming, meditative — common adjectives handpan players use while talking about the ...

The Virginia Handpan Community has created the Healing Pan Project, which is focused on sound healing, a therapeutic activity in which participants engage in creating or listening to sounds to improve ...

Sound therapist Hu Chong plays the handheld chime, a therapeutic instrument. Left: Huang Jiajin records her handpan performance by the seaside for her healing album Empty Space.[Photo provided to ...

In a round, steel, turtle-back-like instrument you find peaceful music. It is true, the sound a handpan creates is serene, and that instantly creates a calming state for both the player and the ...