07/02/2026
We are grateful to welcome Prana Rising to Akasha 🛸🩵
Prana Rising is a handpan artist, sound practitioner, educator, and founder of the Sound Artist Handpan & Creative Music School New York; a pioneering center for holistic percussion and creative music education. Holding dual degrees in Music Education and Percussion Performance from the Eastman School of Music, Prana has dedicated over a decade to helping individuals unlock their authentic creative voices ✨
Driven by the philosophy that everyone is born with an innate musical gift, Prana guides people into their intuitive creativity through tailored workshops, one-on-one mentorship, and comprehensive sound practitioner training.
At Akasha, Prana’s sessions will explore the handpan as a powerful catalyst for wellness and inclusive music-making. Grounded in both the percussive and holistic arts, this immersive experience will highlight the instrument’s unique capacity to foster calm, focus, and emotional grounding, proving that true musical engagement is accessible to all.
Welcome Prana 🙏🏽 Thank you so much for joining Akasha 💙