How did I acquaint myself with this instrument?

I fell in love with that magical instrument from the very first sound. That happened a couple of years ago on one esoteric festival in Ukraine. I heard that instrument sound and asked to try it. The owner of the instrument gave me, showed how to make sounds and left. I was sitting in the shadow of the tree, making sounds. I have fully submerged into its vibrations and that magic sound took me into other reality. When the owner of the instrument came back, I was continuing sitting under the tree and playing my own music. I had a feeling like passed only 5 minutes time since he left, but it's appeared that he was away for 2 hours! Since that time I realized that I need that instrument and on the next birthday I made a present for myself.

Once the war began, the only thing I took was my lovely instrument and small suitcase. Here in Portugal I met my teacher, who initiated my development to Sound Healer. His name is Igor, he is also from Ukraine. We knew each other before, but never been close friends. Here in Portugal he opened his Handpan school and our love to handpans joined us.  Igor has found local producers of the Handpans and settled good relationships with them. So, if you're interested in acquiring or playing a handpan, you can contact him directly (contacts are in the section below under his photo).

As the original Hang was produced in limited quantities by PANArt, and acquiring one could be challenging, various other manufacturers and builders have created similar instruments inspired by its design, expanding the availability of handpans. There are now many handpan instruments available in different scales and tunings. Now there are different instrument makers all around the world, including Ukraine and Portugal. My Handpan was made by Ukrainian master. To hear the sound of that, you can click the video below:

The Hang and handpans, in general, have gained recognition worldwide and are used in various musical genres, including world music, ambient, and new age. They have also found applications in therapeutic settings, sound healing practices, and personal musical enjoyment.

A musical instrument originated in Switzerland in the year 2000. It was invented by of PANArt Hangbau AG company. So it's quite young. The instrument became popular due to its unique and captivating sound.

Here are some key features and aspects of the Hang (Handpan):

Design: The Hang is a convex-shaped instrument made of two metal hemispheres glued together. It resembles a UFO or a large steel pan. The top side, known as the "Ding," contains a center note surrounded by a series of tone fields. The bottom side has a port or a small opening.

Playing Technique: The Hang is played by striking the tone fields with the fingers, sometimes by hands palms. Each tone field produces a distinct pitch when struck, creating a melodic and resonant sound

Sound and Timbre: The Hang produces a warm, soothing, and ethereal sound. Its unique timbre is often described as a combination of steel drums, bells, and a harp. The overlapping harmonics and the sustain of the notes create a mesmerizing and meditative quality.

Musical Expression: The Hang allows for expressive playing, enabling musicians to create melodies, harmonies, and intricate rhythms. Its intuitive layout and responsive nature make it accessible to both experienced musicians and beginners.

Emotional and Therapeutic Effects: The sound of the Hang is often associated with relaxation, meditation, and emotional healing. Listening to or playing the Hang evokes a range of emotions, promote a sense of tranquility, and facilitate stress reduction.

Hang player, Sound healer, beemaster 

From Odessa, cultural capital of Ukraine and the biggest port. Professional deep See Captain. Visited more than 60 countries. Founder of retreat center with sleeping on beehives nearby Odessa. Author of book "Amazing world of the bees". The founder of Week of Health project.

"I like different practices that help myself to know abilities of my body such as cold water practices, nails standing, breathing practices, intermittent fasting. Thanks to fasting, it's a long time since I haven't been visiting doctors and hospitals, actually since 2005. Now help other people to discover their potential to live healthy and happy life". 

My teacher, Sound healer, Gong Master

From Kiev, the capital of Ukraine. Loves learning different authentic instruments and involve them into sound-healing practices.  Founder of a handpan school in Lisbon - Ding Handpan School Lisboa. 

"Previously, 4 years in Ukraine, I led the EZZOSOUND overtone music project. I started 9 years ago as a sound therapist, a Gong master, and after the Night Pujas, communication with the participants inspired me to launch an overtone music festival. Have an intention to continue organizing festivals in Portugal. So I'm open for networking with retreat-centers, musicians and organizers."