Play & Reply – a personal handpan video lesson made just for you

Would you like to learn to play the handpan, but a live lesson in Amersfoort or a full online course doesn’t quite fit your situation? Then Play & Reply is the perfect solution.

You simply record a short video of your handpan playing, share your question, and within five working days you’ll receive a personalized lesson video – including a PDF with exercises. This way you get guidance that fits you exactly, whenever and wherever it suits you.

What to expect

With Play & Reply you’ll receive a custom video lesson based on your own playing. I’ll give you clear explanations and feedback, so you know exactly how to take your next steps. You’ll also get a PDF with exercises that you can start using right away. The video is yours to keep, works on any device, and lets you review at your own pace.
Because I work with a flexible pricing model, you choose the amount that feels right for your situation.

Who is Play & Reply for?

Play & Reply is for anyone who wants to learn or deepen their handpan playing, whether you’re just starting out or have been playing for a while.
As a beginner, I’ll guide you step by step with clear basics and simple patterns.
If you already have more experience, I’ll tailor the lesson to your specific questions or challenges, so you get the exact inspiration and growth you’re looking for.
Whatever scale or tuning your handpan has, your lesson will always be personally adjusted to your instrument and level.

Logo Handpan Play & Reply by Ralf Silvius

After your upload

You’ll receive clear, practical feedback that you can apply immediately.
You’ll get custom exercises designed to help you progress, and a video lesson you can revisit anytime.
This way, your technique, enjoyment and confidence all grow together with your music.

Flexible pricing

I work with a sliding scale: you choose the amount within the range below that feels right and matches your situation.

No matter what you choose – the content and my personal guidance are always the same.

Handpan Play & Reply

Personal video lesson
40-60 Personal video lesson incl. PDF
  • Directly applicable exercises for your specific question
  • Suitable for all scales
  • Delivered to your inbox within 5 working days

Participant experiences

Ralf really helped me with the tips and exercises he gave. Striking the notes feels much easier now, and the sound has become so much more beautiful. Keeping the rhythm is also easier. I’m really enthusiastic!

Ashley

Ralf is a wonderful teacher! He adapts the lesson perfectly to your level and gives you practical tools to keep developing your playing.

Suzan

Ralf tailored the lesson perfectly so I could take the next step. Thank you so much, Ralf!

Hylke

FAQ / Veelgestelde vragen

How does the process work?
  • When you click [Request your lesson video], you’ll be redirected to the payment page.
  • There you can enter your own price between €40 and €60.
  • Add your email address and complete the payment using iDeal, Apple Pay, or another method.
  • After a successful payment, you’ll be taken straight to the upload page. (If you’re not ready to upload right away, you’ll also receive the link by email.)
  • Record a short video of your handpan playing and upload it through the link.
  • I’ll review your video and question, then create a personalized video lesson for you.
  • You’ll receive a private link to your video lesson and a PDF with exercises.
  • Personalized truly means made for you.
  • No automated or pre-recorded content — every Play & Reply video is unique.
  • I record a custom video where I explain what I see and hear in your playing and where I think your next steps lie.
  • Then I demonstrate exercises from a top-down view, so you can clearly see what I’m doing and play along from home (or anywhere).
  • The exercise is also written out in a PDF, so you can practice it even without the video.
  • As often as you like.
  • Your video will be available online via a private, unlisted link.
  • The easiest way is to use your smartphone.
  • It doesn’t matter if it’s horizontal or vertical — as long as I can clearly see and hear how you play.
  • Your face doesn’t need to be in the frame if you prefer not to; your hands and the handpan are enough.

I completely understand that recording yourself can feel a bit uncomfortable.

The only thing I do with your video is watch it to create your personalized lesson.
After that, it’s deleted permanently.

In verband met mijn vakantie, ben ik pas vanaf 6 oktober beschikbaar om je lesvideo te maken