Handpan Weekend at Gut Saunstorf Monastery

From November 27 to 29, Deva Parkin and Mandakini invite you to the Gut Saunstorf monastery near Wismar—for a weekend dedicated entirely to the handpan and spiritual reflection.

“The handpan is simple yet multifaceted:
sometimes it lets you relax deeply, other times it draws you completely into the rhythm—
groove and meditation in one instrument.”

For two days, everything revolves around rhythm, melody, and improvisation: You’ll learn how to express yourself playfully through your instrument, play your first original melodies, and gain the technical foundation that will deepen your understanding of the handpan. Whether you’re just starting out or already have some experience—you’ll find your place here.

The quiet atmosphere of the monastery provides the perfect setting: morning meditation, a shared sound journey, and a fire ceremony give the weekend its own unique flair. Add to that delicious organic food and the chance to connect with people who share the same passion. A weekend that’s all yours.

You’ll be guided by Deva, who, through Maladeva, combines music with her healing work and the support of inner processes—and who calls the Gut Saunstorf monastery home—as well as by Mandakini, a handpan artist from Berlin: with over 25 years of percussion experience and a handpan specialist since 2012—his music blends rhythm, dynamics, and groove into rich tapestries of sound.

Fee: 340 €. A handpan (D-Kurd) can be rented on-site for 30 €. Accommodations and meals at the monastery must be booked separately. Spaces are limited to 15; the registration deadline is November 10.