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    Music - Art - History

    Interstitial Space - A Blog

    What is HandpanLife?

    Music

    HandpanLife is a place to share my music as it evolves, with lots of good stuff to share as it comes together. Some stuff will be free to enjoy, and some of my art may let you help support my future HandpanLife endeavors. Eventually I would like to present a platform for highlighted artists through the year to share as well.

    Art, Designs and Fun

    I've been blessed with being able to create many logos and art for handpan makers as well as handpan events and more, through the years. HandpanLife will be a place where cool and creative handpan art and designs will be available for you to buy to show everyone your love for and carry your very own pieces of #HandpanLife!

    History

    There isn't too much recorded of the early history of the handpan or the handpan community. In my blog , "Interstitial Space ~ The Places In Between", I will attempt to recount some of my earlier stories and maybe have some guests to share their experiences too. The magic of the small "O.G." original online pre Facebook , forum community, created the foundation for the vibe of  the handpan community today, both good and not so good. So before that history gets lost, let's all share some of it here. Because the handpan is in the infancy of it's evolution, and their is much to be learned from the "family history" stories that you won't find in any book. 

    SonicVisuals ~ For you to enjoy

    Sahara Sunset Soliloquy

    On the last eve of my visit to the Sahara Desert I wanted to play a thank you to the sands and the dunes. After a powerful 5 days it felt only appropriate to leave her with a song. I've walked those sands, slept under the fullest moon on those sands, shed tears in those sands, found great joy in those sands and have drawn inspiration, grace and wisdom from those sands. They will forever be a part of me and I am grateful. Chokran.

    Letting the Forest and the Rain Play My Handpan

    Stayed at the Hostel in the Forest in Brunswick, GA and decided to play for the forest. Well, the forest had other plans and decided to play for me. If we engage our environments with ease and grace, we can begin to interact with it on many new levels. We have to take the time to take a breath, sit and just listen. Blessed and grateful.

    Halo and Hang in Elizabeth Hall ~ Natural Reverb

    In 2009 I was offered the opportunity to do an impromptu recording session in Elizabeth Hall, at Stetson University, in DeLand, Florida with my Pantheon Steel Halo,  and my Panart Hang. The hall is over 100 years old and has a wonderful pipe organ. After seeing a nephews recital there, I was very keen on getting the opportunity to record there. There is a wonderful acoustic quality to the old hall that I just couldn't resist playing in.  This was the first chance to play here, and it was basically set up at the last minute. Next time I want to bring a couple more musicians and see what magic we can create.  I got 3-4 , maybe 5 good tracks that I am working on refining a bit. Perhaps I can cobble together the beginnings of a CD out of it all...... we'll see. For the time being, I am happy with the results. And besides, it was great fun.  Many thanks to Jim Campbell for taking time on a Sunday afternoon to help record. And thanks to Daniel McBride , for providing some nice backup percussion. You always try to keep my beat on track. ;) And Big thanks to Chip Wilson, the man with all the right connections. Thanks guys, you rock!

    Sound Waves ~ For you to listen to

    Resonant Manifestation

    This is a 20 minute handpan journey made in the wee hours of the night. Magic swirling all around..... just allowing the inner light to manifest itself upon the steel through my hands.....


    Handpan ~ Danny Sorensen

    Guitar and Recording ~ Joe Koons

    Sound Waves ~ For you to listen to

    Icaros ~ 21 Minute Sound Journey

    Icaros was created during a late night recording session inspired by ceremonial medicine. In the wee hours music from the ethers crossed through our souls and hands to create spontaneous music from the Ethers. 


    Handpan ~ Danny Sorensen

    Guitar and Recording ~ Joe Koons

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    Upcoming Events ~ Where and when you can see me play!

    Here is an evolving listing of events I will be playing at or am involved with. Feel free to contact me to book an event with you!

    Sound Meditation and Concert Bodhi + Sol

    Friday, May 28, 2021 - Bodhi + Sol, Downtown DeLand.

    6:00 pm

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    7:00 pm

    Bodhi + Sol, downtown DeLand, FL

    Event Details

    Sound Meditation and Concert Bodhi + Sol

    Friday, May 28, 2021 - Bodhi + Sol, Downtown DeLand.

    I will be performing a Heart - Beats meditation and concert at Bodhi - SOL in downtown DeLand. Call 386-507-2310 or email deland@bodhiandsol...

    Event Details

    6:00 pm

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    7:00 pm

    Bodhi + Sol, downtown DeLand, FL

    Visual Notes ~ HandpanLife Gallery

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