Handpan - Top 5 Grooves (with mini compositions)

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Today I wanna show you my top 5 Handpan grooves from other instruments. Which one do you like best?

[@lajeanette33]

David Kuckhermann the half time khaligi is my favourite. And i would have love some darbuka on the 2 steps ^^

[@DavidKuckhermann]

@@lajeanette33 that would indeed have been a very fitting addition to the 2-step. :)

[@Hambarson]

I really enjoyed the Khaliji one and am working it on my handpan. Thanks David

[@laurelaston3107]

Khaligi.

[@laurelaston3107]

They were all Really Cool.

[@FarzadDiba]

I feel so grateful to live in a world where people like you share what you know. thank you for your effort and generosity.

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Thanks Farzad - I also love that we live in a world that makes sharing easy! You're welcome! 😁

[@dinaf.1970]

I could watch this over and over and have a new goal: I definitely want to learn Handpan 😊 Thanks so much for sharing.

[@krisjenkins5049]

This guy is such an inspiration

[@mauriziorana997]

You are an example . Thanks for your lessons and the emtions that you reserve .

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Thanks! You’re very welcome! 🙏

[@Psalmist374DKR]

I so badly want a handpan... The PERFECT percussion instrument IMHO just highly doubt I'll be playing one this side of Heaven... I literally do these technique, and have since I was a kid in the 70's, on anything my fingers can find... Never heard of handpan til a couple years ago and it just literally FLOODS my soul. No other instrument moves me like this and I've been making music my entire life in one form or another.

[@DavidKuckhermann]

It's interesting how the sound of the instrument just touches/attracts some of us so much (me included). Why do you think you'll never have one, they are becoming more and more affordable.

[@Psalmist374DKR]

@@DavidKuckhermann I'm quickly on my way out and haven't been able to work for a few years and refuse a check if we have a roof and food. Some things just aren't meant to be, that's all. Thank you for the response, though! Did not expect that.

[@wildeyestudios5]

This video is perfect. Well edited, well filmed, well taught.

[@DavidKuckhermann]

thanks!

[@rosslmccallum]

Brilliant video!

[@DavidKuckhermann]

thanks Ross 🙏

[@MichaelDiamondMusic]

I think this the best made music tutorial on the internet (yes I mean best I've seen for all musical instruments, not just for handpan!) Well done, and thank you for your efforts to articulate you knowledge in format that is easy and a pleasure to consume

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Thanks for your kind words Michael, much appreciated :D

[@RafaelPessiTube]

So much to learn from one vídeo! Wow, I can only imagine what the lessons on handpandojo sound like. Great, great job!

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Thanks Rafael, appreciate the thumbs up!

[@MarianKraus]

Thank you for your thoughtful ability to share your experiences with us. It is very inspiring and helpful to have a structured approach to the art of the Handpan. Your videos open up wide vistas for exploration and refinement for those willing to put in the time and energy. Herzlichen Dank.

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Thanks Marian! 🙏

[@terrantsang1016]

one of the best handpan tutorial on youtube! thank you very much!

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Thank you, much appreciated!

[@johannesmuller2055]

Thanks a lot David. You're just a perfect teacher. I'm on handpandojo and it's amazing. I really love your system and the related structure, where everything builds up on each other. Just logic, and helpful because of that. So I could only recommend it... who likes handpanfriday will love the dojo! Keep on and have a great time!

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Thanks a lot Johannes! 🙏 Glad to hear that you are enjoying handpandojo! I will and I do! 😁

[@joeljacq7486]

Yes! Love these grooves so much!! I've learnt this beautiful instrument for a year now and long way to go. After watching and listening to your music and lessons here, you have gained a new student of HPD. Love your style. 🙏

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Fantastic! Cu on handpandojo! 👍

[@MrLieka]

I'm dreaming to have such an inspired and passionate friend to play music with 🧡

[@Aylon5D]

Thank you so much! Thats exactly the kind of video-lesson i was looking for quite some time. 🙏

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Awesome! 👍

[@valeriehamme8893]

Hi there! I'm just here because I have been mesmerized by the handpan since the first time I heard one. I'm no musician, so I have no idea what I'm looking at here. You are very talented and I enjoyed your video.

[@aldor1173]

🖐️ Давид! 🥁 Благодаря твоим урокам смог заметно улучшить и разнообразить свою игру. Играю на Guda Coin, Hendpan пока только мечта 🙏✌️ Благодарю ❣️💓🤝

[@againsttheflow6217]

Best video ive ever seen to learn something on a handpan thanks!

[@dreamcatcher2175]

Danke das ist echt toll. Ich liebe dieses Instrument

[@AndreyBurenok]

Amazing 🙌 Thanks 🙏😇

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Thanks Andrey!

[@kimazulay3071]

Best handpan teacher i know! Your lessons on handpandojo build me as a player. Thank you for all your effort and sharing with us this knowledge :)

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Thanks a lot Kim, you are very kind! Glad that you are enjoying handpandojo and that it works so well for you! 👍

[@ellebluesialia]

[@krisvandenassem9815]

Want a real challenge? Play this video at 1.75 speed and try to play along haha. Great video man! thank you a lot!

[@tasim1]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Beautifully put together.

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Thanks Tasim! 👍

[@johnlemonds509]

Wow! It seems to me that you are a Gatekeeper who is unlocking the mysteries of the myriad possibilities of creativity!

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Thanks John! 🙏

[@christophernelson9010]

I'm in love with that Valter drum box too! & how after thinking all the notes were left open (just before about 8:00) and then you held some. Wow. makes me want to vacation in Germany for some tutelage.

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Christopher Nelson yea, that cajon is awesome! :)

[@harithamanimegalai255]

The way you entered the video 🤍 n the lessons 🌼

[@Divinebalanceyoga]

This taught me a lot! I used to have a Cajon before I had a handpan but never could get into it. I might get one again and try some of the stuff from this vid!

[@monopatilog]

here they are: 1️⃣ 1:15 Back beat groove 2️⃣ 2:35 Khaligi 3️⃣ 4:02 fast 12 4️⃣ 5:45 halftime Khaligi 5️⃣ 7:30 DnB

[@smifnwessun4013]

great stuff! very fun and easy to learn. thanks for making videos. keep it up

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Thanks Sullivan, Glad you like them!

[@saratoonrush4000]

Love your work and thank you for sharing your knowledge. I have started my hand pan journey with you and could not switch to anyone else. I’m buying your courses soon want to see how you teach step by step. ❤

[@lajeanette33]

I was very hard when i realised the video was about to end 😭 Greaaaaaat concept and video!

[@DavidKuckhermann]

thanks Morgane, that's awesome! 😁

[@aleliphe]

Thank you so much through this video now i have an idea how (my love enstrument) hang has playing :) i hope when i buy a handpan i'll say you're my first teacher

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Teşekkür ederim Elif!

[@christinegeiler5770]

Sehr interessante Anleitung. Herzlichen Dank!

[@xkliber]

How can some people dislike this video...? I would never understand... Anyway, great one again. I love those grooves too. I also enjoy Maqsum (I know, quite a classic one! ;) ), Beledi (or "Baladi"), Malfouf, Chiftitelli and others from arabic culture (lots are used in belly dance) but also more "Hip-Hop"-kind rhythms. :)

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Thanks man! We seem to have a similar taste in rhythms! ;)

[@xkliber]

​@@DavidKuckhermann you're more than welcome. ;) That's probably one of the many reasons why I follow and appreciate (and sometimes support) your work (and music) since quite a while. :)

[@kateryna_polovyk]

Such a various set of rhythms! Thanks, will practice

[@MrShin1996]

challenging and interesting Grooves ，thank you so much for share and It is encourage me to make more practice on handpan ~~❤️🙏

[@laurelaston3107]

I Love your channel and your music. You have done a fantastic job with the instructions. Thank you!! 😊

[@handpan_oase_allgaeu]

This content is simply amazing 🤩

[@rpfitvideos1329]

Love your content so helpful

[@CathyStacy]

I love these videos. I'm learning so much. Thank you.

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Awesome Cathy, glad to hear that! 👍

[@nicoa.levicki5773]

Hey David, really cool video you made there! Nice grooves and compositions. I also like your notation style. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Thanks Nico!

[@sandystout73]

Thank you! Trying to learn and greatly appreciate your videos

[@DavidKuckhermann]

You’re welcome Sandy! :)

[@heclectik.sound.8000]

great lessons! for my part I learn on a Hand Kurd 7 with two notes of disharmony ... suddenly I play his exercise with 5 notes! So complicated, but possible ... Thanks David!

[@yolandaye492]

Great lesson!

[@ManuelCarroMusic]

Amazing! Thank you for the guidance! Great job!

[@benjishivayoga]

you are a genius men

[@theystrap2821]

Super ist das ... ich komme leider nicht so mit muss noch viel üben .. mach weiter so 💪🏻

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Hey Wilmar, nimm dir erst mal einen groove vor und fang langsam an. Du kannst das Video auf 50% langsamer anschauen. Hast du ein Instrument mit der gleichen Stimmung?

[@dantecalore]

you are a very good musician !!!!!

[@DavidKuckhermann]

🙏

[@Vin0Monster]

Omg, the halftime Khaligi sounds so amazing! ♥ Can not wait until I get my own handpan and start practicing!

[@andreiklm7011]

David, I love your handpandojo lessons, so it was very interesting to see new options to play the rhythms you show there, especially Khaligi.

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Awesome, thanks for the thumbs up. Glad you’re enjoying handpandojo!

[@alessandrocardascia]

Fantastico 😃 Grazie👋👍🏻

[@norbertsara3879]

Great videos! I have already started to wait for them :) and I waited to arrive home to look at this new one when I saw the new release on my phone :) My favourite from the video is the Khaligi... From my personal favourit I use on handpan is tha Malfuf rythm... keep going please :)

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Awesome! Yea, such a groovy and useful rhythm. The closely related Malfuf is great as well, very flexible. The 3-3-2 pattern pps up in almost every music tradition for a reason. :)

[@tjeerdvanderhulst5012]

Yes :) Awesome tutorials David!! You can tell you really put a lot of love in making these, they are clear and entertaining. Thanks for sharing your great rhythmic skills, I can't wait to try out some of these rhythms. You might want to consider doing tutorials on odd time signatures. Especially with the notation you use for handpan, these will become understandable for more people. Keep it up!!

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Thanks Tjeerd! An odd-metre episode is already in production and will most likely be one of the February videos. 👍

[@tjeerdvanderhulst5012]

Excellent!!! I'm really looking forward to it :)

[@mandalagrass]

Sounds amazing

[@bento7127]

sounds amazing!

[@samu.j-handpan]

Thanks, your music are rly good!💣

[@joanleenakayama7939]

Thank U for sharing your amazing skills! 🥰🥰😍😍🤟🏽🤟🏽🙏🙏🙏

[@thisall4real]

Thank you very much once again David. These are great.

[@DavidKuckhermann]

you're very welcome! 🙏

[@thisall4real]

@@DavidKuckhermann Will keep me busy practising for a while until I can get the grooves with notes.

[@leamilanovicwarisalie680]

Love you and your work ❤️

[@tubular167]

Half time groove my favourite 😁🥁👏👏👏

[@DavidKuckhermann]

I really like that one too!

[@rosslmccallum]

tubular167 me too :-)

[@tubular167]

@@rosslmccallum hi Ross..perfect instrument for cajon duos..amazing sound as you know..good luck with the new drum venture😁😁

[@yanasadova1278]

Exceptional 🙌thank you!

[@Apaged]

Wow this was incredibly helpful. Thank you 🙏🏼

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Awesome, glad to hear that!

[@xivallora8834]

Amazing video! I'm about to buy my Hang(original Handpan), I will definitely follow your videos! Keep up the great work. Shanti 🕉️

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Thank you Xiva!

[@georgiaparmegiani5537]

The base makes il much difficoult to understand... thanks a lot by the way 😊😊😊

[@DavidKuckhermann]

What exactly do you refer to Georgia, the bass of the drums?

[@georgiaparmegiani5537]

@@DavidKuckhermann The rec pattern?

[@georgiaparmegiani5537]

@@DavidKuckhermann sorry my bad english... 😔

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Sorry Georgia, I don’t understand what you mean. For each of the sequences I recorded one round of handpan solo before the drums enter, so that you can hear it by itself.

[@voivodess]

You are so inspiring and wonderful in SO many ways! Thank you for teaching us everything!!!

[@DavidKuckhermann]

I love you too Bekkah! ❤️

[@satnamyogaankara]

Thank you so much🙏🏻✨

[@jasonbesant4074]

Great grooves. I love your videos and appreciate all of your lessons.

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Thanks Jason! 👍

[@KosmoDeuz]

Very hi quality content , thank you

[@quelspath]

thank you for teaching!

[@DavidKuckhermann]

You're very welcome Aura! 😁

[@ShannonRuther]

Amazing!!

[@vbudyak]

Отлично 👍

[@jmag579]

So kewl ✨🤯✨

[@sabinalajardinera]

Thanx. Este se convirte en una droga esperar tus videos😂🙏🙏🙏🙏💜

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Gracias Sabina! 😁

[@joeperez1493]

Nice!...Thanks for the lessons and your time. I want to buy a handpan in USA but don`t know witch one can be the best one for a good price.

[@SamuelAlder]

brilliant, thanks

[@arhipmatusov8823]

Cool! I really like it. A bit difficult for a beginner like me, but oh, well... "This is the Way" (c) Mandalorian :)

[@DavidKuckhermann]

There are some more beginner-oriented videos coming in next few weeks

[@arhipmatusov8823]

@@DavidKuckhermann Wow, that's great! Subscribing immediately! ))

[@r-jproductions1343]

Very nice 👌

[@rickiej88]

Great again! I'm struggling a little with the khaligi as it's not right left but right right left. Need to get my head around it haha.

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Yea, that’s confusing at first. But once you have a few different hand pattern combinations in your repertoire, it will give you a whole new level of flexibility!

[@СашаГайшун-о6з]

Thank you

[@DavidKuckhermann]

You are very welcome! :)

[@markneumann5975]

Great again! Grooves are the most interesting for me. Could you explain the notation symbols - I don't understand all? Or is there a video about this already? Thank's a lot!

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Hey Mark, check this video for an explanation of the notation: courses.handpandojo.com/courses/handpan-course-intermediate/lectures/3964680 I only changed the symbol for the slaps from "S" to "^".

[@markneumann5975]

@@DavidKuckhermann Thank you very much - David! But what is M? Mute?

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Exactly, it’s a muted bass stroke (doum/central note), where you keep you finger or thumb on the dimple for a moment.

[@sandraseipold8559]

Sehr geil

[@macomemaco]

Thanks David, love your videos! What does the K stand for in the notation?

[@DavidKuckhermann]

T and K stand for the same stroke "Tak", which can also be called Ta or Ka. Both letters stand for exactly the same stroke. There is a link in the video description to an explanation video for the notation.

[@ertyherty6674]

Thanks a lot 🙏🏻

[@DavidKuckhermann]

You're very welcome! ;)

[@MARCELLO6859]

Many thanks to share what you know very well ;-)

[@justincontreras6929]

Is there a full version of the half khalgi? This is so beautiful!

[@ChrisDeJuanMusic]

Wow I'm very impressed with your videos! Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge and grooves... which you play with a really nice feel and a lot of precision! Really nice set up and studio you have there too! I'm trying to do something similar... recording Udu, cajon and some other small percussion instruments combined with a handpan that I got recently... adding in some guitar and bass too... can I ask you what are those side attachments you have on your cajón? Are they shakers or are they producing that sort of udu sound? Thanks for your inspiration, looking forward to watching your other videos! :)

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Thanks Christian! I like the Udu-Handpan Duet on your KZbin! Gotta love a good 7/8 - groovy. The sound quality is good as well. Those attachments to the Cajon are for the jingle/Cabasa hihat kind of sounds. The Udu is overdubbed. 😁

[@ChrisDeJuanMusic]

@@DavidKuckhermann Thanks! Yeh Udu-Handpan make a great couple! I don't know why that groove came out in 7/8, just happened! Interesting attachements for the cajón, i'd never seen that...you get a complete groove going there for sure! Nice one, i'll be looking out for more of your videos! :)

[@DavidKuckhermann]

@@ChrisDeJuanMusic similar ones are made by a German company "Schlagwerk": www.schlagwerk.com/de/produkte/cajons/cajon-add-ons/heck-stick/ and the cabana as well: www.schlagwerk.com/de/produkte/cajons/cajon-add-ons/cajon-cabasa/

[@rolfschaude]

Thank you so much!

[@arianegirard-migneault5515]

I really enjoy your videos, they're brilliantly made! I wanted to know what key or tuning is this handpan that you use the most in these videos? Thanks again.

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Thanks Ariane. It's a D Kurd 9: D - A Bb C D E F G A C

[@corwyn]

I'm starting to wait for fridays since you started this serie. Great video ! Loved the comparison with other instruments, it really gives some perspective and context. I really liked the halftime khaligi composition, it has a lovely contrast in it :-) do you plan on making tutorials about longer pieces? I always find myself doing the same patterns in a loop and I'd love to be able to play longer pieces. One of my target is to do some kind of game of thrones theme song. There are some really good covers on youtube, but it's really hard to replicate.

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Hi Corwyn, I love that one too, probably my favourite of the mini compositions. Yes, I do plan tutorials on longer pieces. Before that, the video in 2 weeks will most likely be about creating variety and developing a short pattern into a little music piece. Once I have a few more of these videos out, I'll probably make a poll with you guys between all the mini compositions from the different videos. The winner will be made into a fully fleshed-out piece.

[@corwyn]

@@DavidKuckhermann awesome !

[@stefanblue660]

Really good rhythms, especially the last one. But sadly enough, it is in fact not possible to get a hang. Could you recommend a "substitute" ? What Do you think of the Caisa from Dortmund, if you know. Are the tones organised the same?

[@jinisambogi]

You are the best player. Respect you! I want to know your scale. Plz.

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Hey Jinhee, the scale is Kurd 9: D - A Bb C D E F G A C

[@jinisambogi]

David Kuckhermann thank you!!! I’m gonna watch your online lesson.

[@minivlog8886]

Wow! Ur great

[@minkokol4632]

Can you explain how to read the music ? Thank you. Wonderful videos

[@ramonmartinez4199]

My favorite is "Fast 12"!. (And a little beat too khaligi).

[@AnniM88]

I don't own a handpan, but a tongue drum :) i still hope i will be able to apply some of your lessons. I have two left hands lol... But i love to try

[@DavidKuckhermann]

some of the material should work. Check out the arpeggio episode, maybe that's a good place to start.

[@AnotherMetalFan]

Hey there ! Great grooves, im having a lot of fun playing them on the handpan! What does the "K" in the tab mean? thanks!

[@kholja]

Inspirational video - as always :) May I ask what you‘re using to display the patterns in the videos?

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Hey, it's a custom template I created for Final Cut.

[@WavebeatsMusic]

Great video! Well produced, well recorded, and you are an amazing percussionist! My first handpan is gonna get ready soon in Melbourne (AU). Can't wait to pick it up! Just sub for your channel! thanks for sharing your amazing skills!

[@DavidKuckhermann]

Thanks man, congrats for your first handpan!