Experience Cambridge’s second handpan workshop by the River Cam. Learn rhythm, melody & harmony - no experience needed.

Discover the Handpan - Cambridge’s First Handpan Workshop

Introduction to the Handpan for Beginners • No Experience Needed

Join the first handpan workshop of its kind in Cambridge and experience one of the world’s most unique and captivating instruments in the beautiful sanctuary room of the Cambridge Spiritualist Centre.

Set within the peaceful and welcoming Cambridge Spiritualist Centre, this special 2-hour beginner workshop is designed to introduce you to the handpan in a relaxed, intimate and inspiring environment.

No musical experience is needed - just curiosity.

What to Expect

During this immersive introduction, you’ll discover the foundations of handpan playing through the three core pillars of music:

• Rhythm - finding flow, groove and pulse

• Melody - creating beautiful musical phrases intuitively

• Harmony - understanding how notes interact and create emotion

You’ll also:

✓ Learn the story and origins of the handpan

✓ Explore intuitive ways of playing without needing traditional music training

✓ Discover how the handpan is used today in music, wellbeing, yoga, meditation and modern performance spaces

✓ Experience simple exercises designed to help you connect with the instrument naturally

✓ Learn techniques that allow you to continue progressing after the workshop

This is not a formal music lesson — it’s an invitation into a new musical experience.

Who Is This For?

This workshop is perfect if:

• You’ve always wanted to try a handpan

• You’re curious about music but don’t play an instrument

• You already play music and want a new creative outlet

• You enjoy mindfulness, yoga, wellbeing or meditation

• You simply want to spend an inspiring evening by the river

About Your Workshop Leader

The workshop is led by Seraphim Zlatev, handpan performer, composer and educator.

Originally from Sofia and now based in Cambridge, Seraphim has spent the last several years performing and teaching across the UK.

For the past two years he has been helping lead workshops in London through the London Handpan Academy, working alongside James Crossley and developing accessible methods of teaching that make the instrument approachable for complete beginners.

Alongside education, Seraphim performs professionally across festivals, private events, weddings and wellbeing spaces, combining live performance with a strong focus on musical expression and connection.

This Cambridge event brings that experience into a more intimate local setting for the very first time.

Continue Your Journey

After the workshop, participants who wish to continue will have the opportunity to:

• Book one-to-one lessons

• Explore handpan rental options before committing to buying

• Receive guidance on choosing an instrument

• Access future workshops and community events

Handpans will also be available to try and discuss for those interested in owning one in the future.

Event Details

📍 Cambridge Spiritualist Centre - 662 Newmarket Rd, Cambridge CB5 8RS, United Kingdom

📅 Saturday 19th September

🕕 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

👥 Limited to 7 participants

Cancellation Policy

Tickets may be cancelled for a full refund up to 7 days before the event.

Cancellations made within 7 days of the workshop are non-refundable, as places are limited and preparation is done in advance.

If you can no longer attend, please contact us - where possible, we will try to:

transfer your ticket to a future workshop, or

help you transfer your place to another person.

If the event is cancelled or rescheduled by the organiser, attendees will be offered either:

a full refund, or

a transfer to a future date.

Please arrive on time. Late arrivals may miss part of the introduction and timing cannot be extended.

All instruments are provided during the workshop and should be treated respectfully.

Description supplied by the event organiser.