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About the Retreat

Join us for year 3 of PanHarmony, June 11-14, 2026 – 3 nights, 4 days, a weekend of Handpan, Songwriting, Jamming and community building in the Pioneer Valley. All Levels welcome!

 

This year we will gather at Sirius Eco Village in Shutesbury, MA. Sirius is one of the longest standing Eco Villages in the country. Sustainability, education, community and spirituality all act as the 4 main values that lay the foundation for this community. Sirius was originally founded in 1978 by former members of the Findhorn Community in Scotland.

 

The weekend will feature, beginner /advanced classes, personal and group song development, free and guided jams, Concerts and time outdoors w/ optional Circle Dancing, Yoga, Foraging and Hiking.

 

Lodging, Handpans, and Food included (reduced price for Campers and Commuters)

 

ACCOMODATIONS

Attendees can choose between shared communal and private sleeping spaces in their gorgeous eco buildings. Bathrooms are shared. Camping and Commuters also available. Lodging in the EcoVillage feature modern amenities, power, showers and electricity.

  • Private Room: $775 (limited private rooms available)

  • Shared Room: $575

  • Campers: $375

  • Commuters: $275

  • Couples will be placed in a private queen or shared double


FOOD - Vegetarian / vegan meals

  • Thursday - Light evening snacks

  • Friday - Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

  • Sat - Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

  • Sunday - Breakfast

  • Optional and paid for separately: Thurs dinner ($20), Sunday lunch ($15)

RAFFLE - You could win a new instrument!

Sirius is 15 minutes from Amherst Center (restaurants, shopping)

 

TRANSPORTATION

  • 1 hr. from BDL (Bradley International Airport)

  • 1 hr. 45 minutes from BOS (Logan International Airport)

  • We recommend arriving at Bradley by 3-4pm. If you'd like to do a rideshare with other participants, be in touch with us.

You'll come away with:

  • A broader sense of the handpan community

  • A deeper connection to your handpan and creativity

  • Ability to write and organize songs and music

  • Experience trying multiple scales in instruments

  • Experience playing in guided and spontaneous jams

  • Possibly a new instrument!

  • A nourished belly

Feel free to reach out with questions.

Looking forward to seeing everyone!

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