The 10 most beautiful handpan videos on YouTube

1. Hang Massive – The Secret Kissing of the Sun and Moon

The iconic classic: Danny Cudd and Markus Offbeat play ethereal melodies. After just the first few bars, you'll understand why this video has captivated millions.

2. Sam Maher – New York Handpan 01

Shot in a subway, this viral video catapulted the instrument into the global spotlight in 2016. The urban ambiance, groove-heavy composition, and Maher's fluid technique demonstrate how modern the handpan can sound.

3. Hang Massive – Once Again

An autumnal park setting in Bath, England, smooth camera movements, and a hypnotic triplet groove—that's all it takes to float away in slow motion. To date, it's one of the most-watched handpan videos ever.

4. Yatao - Lucid

Malte Marten and Alex Munk present their "Yatao Sound" against a tranquil lake near Cologne. Warm rays of sunshine glisten on the water as the two synchronously interweave melody and percussion – pure summer lightness.

5. Adam Maalouf – Ghost Town

The solo performance on a fine Yishama Pantam relies on cinematic close-ups and gentle reverberations. Maalouf creates a melancholic "desert soundtrack" that lingers.

6. Valeriy Frolov – JARA

Filmed in a tropical garden in Goa, Frolov's impulsive improvisation transports the viewer into an almost trance-like atmosphere. Birds chirp in the background, while fast rolls and harmonics glide across the panorama.

7. Manu Delago – Burn

Known for his work with Björk and Olafur Arnalds, Manu Delago blends virtuoso Hang playing with voice and electronics. This live session demonstrates how organically the handpan can fit into a more modern electronic setup.

8. Alexander Mercks – Full Handpan Concert

Anyone looking for a complete concert will be happy here: high-quality multi-camera recording from the Soundscape Shop, excellent FOH sound, and a journey through meditative and rhythmic pieces.

9. Malte Marten – Calm Whispers

Perfect for yoga flows or focused work: An hour of pure handpan ambience with a subtle 999 Hz drone. The smooth post-production and Marten's subtle dynamics make the video a relaxing favorite.

10. Yuki Koshimoto – New Moon

Filmed on a palm-fringed beach on Koh Phangan, Thailand, the Japanese multi-instrumentalist performs her original composition on a 13-tone chromatic space drum . The gentle sound of the ocean blends with hypnotic arpeggios and gentle harmonics to create an almost trance-like sonic journey. The calm camerawork invites pause and made the clip—now viewed over 15 million times—one of the defining milestones of the early handpan scene.

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The Pan Balance Method

Pan Balance is our music therapy method, which combines the soothing sounds of the handpan with the neuroscientifically based insights of bilateral stimulation (BLS). At its core is the ability of music to regulate not only emotionally but also physiologically. Whereas conventional bilateral stimulation often works through visual or cognitive stimuli, Pan Balance relies on a holistic, auditory approach: vibrations that reach the body and harmonic overtones that directly address the nervous system. The result: healing emotional wounds at a deep level of consciousness. Pan Balance has three key advantages:

Parasympathetic activation

The gentle sound waves of the handpan promote activation of the parasympathetic nervous system—the part of our autonomic nervous system responsible for rest, relaxation, and regeneration. Unlike purely motor neuron or visual stimulation, a profound bottom-up effect occurs: heart rate variability and blood pressure normalize, stress reactions subside more quickly, and the body naturally returns to a state of safety and balance.

Deactivation of the amygdala

The amygdala, the brain's "alarm center," is often overactivated during stress and trauma. While visual methods target top-down regulation through cognitive load, the handpan works more directly on the limbic system. The sounds, which are perceived as positive and safe, create a resonance that dampens the amygdala's hyperactivity. This not only creates distraction but also establishes a genuine, calming counterpoint—particularly valuable for people suffering from hyperarousal or inner tension.

Memory reconsolidation

Memories are "stored" anew each time they are recalled. This process of reconsolidation is particularly healing when it takes place in an emotionally safe and positive context. Pan Balance uses the handpan as precisely this element: The traumatic memory is not only embedded in a safe framework, but is also linked to a calming, positive sensory experience. This allows the memory to integrate not only as "past," but also to take on a new, relieving meaning.