Handpan in Amara Scale / Celtic Minor

Scale Amaraalso known as Celtic Minor, is one of the most popular and easiest handpan scales to learn. Loved by beginners for its intuitiveness and by advanced musicians for its harmonic richness and freedom of improvisation. Its open, slightly melancholic sound is perfect for meditative, relaxation and Celtic music, creating an atmosphere of calm and inspiration.

The name 'Celtic Minor' refers to the tradition of Irish and Scottish music, where this scale has been used for centuries. It is a hexatonic minor scale, lacking a sixth degree, which gives it a unique, bright character. The Amara/Celtic Minor scale combines minor and major chords, allowing the creation of simple, atmospheric melodies as well as more complex compositions.

Select handpan in Celtic Minor scaleto discover a world of harmony that combines simplicity with depth of emotion, and tradition with modern expression.

Celtic Minor / Amara scale handpan models

Handpan B2 Celtic Minor 9 notes

Arrangement of sounds:
B2 | F#3 A3 B3 C#4 D4 E4 F#4 B4

A suggestion for those seeking a deep, atmospheric sound. The scale based on Celtic Minor (Amara) offers a wide tonal range and allows the creation of calm melodies and dynamic improvisations. Ideal for meditative music, Celtic music and harmonic experimentation.

Handpan A2 Celtic Minor 9 notes

Arrangement of sounds:
A2 | E3 G3 A3 B3 C4 D4 E4 G4

A2 Celtic 9 notes is a classic version of the Celtic Minor scale, prized for its bright, open sound. This scale is very intuitive, making it ideal for beginners and advanced musicians alike. Ideal for improvisation, relaxation and building atmospheric compositions inspired by Celtic music.

Handpan D Celtic Minor

Arrangement of sounds:
D | A C D E F G A C D

D Celtic is a versatile scale with a rich, melodic character. Its sound is full, warm and inspiring. It is perfect for relaxing music, film music and live performance. It is the choice for those looking for harmony and ease in creating beautiful melodies.

Handpan C Amara 9

Arrangement of sounds:
C | G Bb C D Eb F G C

The C scale of Amara 9 is for lovers of calm, reflective sounds. Its arrangement of sounds allows for the creation of both simple and more complex melodies, ideal for meditation and relaxation. Perfect for exploring world music and your own creativity.

Handpan C# Amara 9

Arrangement of sounds:
C# | G# B C# D# E F# G# B

The C# Amara 9 is a scale with a bright, spacious character. Its tones create a harmonious, inspiring sound that encourages improvisation and musical experimentation. It is a great choice for both solo and ensemble playing.

Handpan D Amara 9

Arrangement of sounds:
D | A C D E F G A C

D Amara 9 is one of the most versatile and well-loved handpan scales. Its open, slightly melancholic sound makes it ideal for improvisation, meditation and relaxation music. The simple arrangement of sounds makes it easy to master the instrument quickly.

Handpan E Amara 9

Arrangement of sounds:
E | B D E F# G A B D

E Amara 9 is a scale with a rich, melodic character. It allows for both delicate and more dynamic compositions. Ideal for world music, meditation and improvisation.

Handpan E Amara 10

Arrangement of sounds:
E | B D E F# G A B D E

E Amara 10 is an expanded version of the classic Amara scale, offering even more melodic possibilities. The additional sound allows for more complex arrangements and experiments with harmony.

Handpan D Amara 10

Arrangement of sounds:
D | A C D E F G A C D

The D Amara 10 is an expanded version of the popular Amara scale, which offers more freedom for improvisation and composition thanks to the additional sounds. It will be great for advanced musicians.

Handpan D Amara 12

Arrangement of sounds:
D | A C D E F G A C D E F

The D Amara 12 is a sonically rich version of the Amara scale, designed for those seeking a wide tonal range and the ability to create extended compositions.

Handpan Celtic Minor (E Amara) 13

Arrangement of sounds:
E3, B3, D4, E4, F#4, G4, A4, B4, D5, E5, F#5, G5, A5

Celtic Minor (E Amara) 13 is an expanded, multi-tone version of the Amara scale, designed for musicians seeking a wide tonal range and the ability to create complex, harmonically rich compositions. Based on the characteristic Amar/Celtic Minor structure - with the sixth degree of the Aeolian (natural minor) scale omitted and an open, archaic sound - this scale has been expanded to include additional notes, allowing for even greater variety in melody and harmony.

Handpan D Amara 12 (10+2)

Arrangement of sounds:
D | (F) (G) A C D E F G A C D

D Amara 10+2 is a variant of the Amara scale enhanced with two additional notes that open up new harmonic possibilities and allow for even more creative playing.

Handpan B2 Amara 17 (9+8)

Arrangement of sounds:
B | (D) (E) (F#) (G) A B C# D E F# (G) A B (C#) (D) (E)

The B2 Amara 9+8 is an extremely extended version of the Amara scale, offering a very wide range of sounds. Ideal for advanced musicians who want to experiment with rich harmonies.

Handpan E Amara 14 (10+4)

Arrangement of sounds:
(C) (D) (E) (F#) G (B) C D E F# G A B D E

E Amara 10+4 is a scale with a wide sonic spectrum, allowing the creation of complex melodies and harmonies. Perfect for extended improvisations and musical experimentation.

Handpan E Amara 16 (11+5)

Arrangement of sounds:
(C) (D) (E) (F#) (G) (A) B (C) D E F# G A B D E F#

E Amara 11+5 is a version for the most demanding musicians, offering a huge range of sounds and compositional possibilities.

Handpan E Amara 20 (13+7)

Arrangement of sounds:
(C) (D) (E) (F#) (G) (A) B (C) D E F# G A B C D E F# G A

E Amara 20 is the most elaborate version of the Amara scale, ideal for creating multithreaded, rich arrangements and full improvisations.

Handpan D Amara 20 (13+7)

Arrangement of sounds:
Top: D3) A3 C4 D4 E4 F4 G4 A4 C5 D5 E5 F5 G5

Bottom: (C3) (E3) (F3) (G3) (A5) (Bb5) (C6)

D Amara 20 is the most extended version of the Amara scale, designed for those seeking an extremely wide range of sounds. This scale will be perfect for creating multi-textured, rich arrangements and expressive improvisations, allowing musicians to realise their full creative potential.

Strengths of the Amara / Celtic Minor scale

• Intuitive for beginners - easy to learn and improvise.
• Emotional sound - open, slightly melancholic, ideal for meditation and relaxation.
• Rich harmonic possibilities - allows for both simple and more complex compositions.
• Versatility - works well both solo and in duets with other instruments.
• Inspiring tradition - draws on Celtic music, opening the door to a world of history and folklore.

For whom is the Amara / Celtic Minor scale?

• For beginners - easy to learn, no false sounds, quick results.
• For the advanced - extensive opportunities for improvisation and harmony.
• For lovers of relaxation and meditation music - a calming, atmospheric sound.
• For fans of Celtic music - authentic atmosphere, inspired by folklore.

Comparative table of Celtic Minor / Amara handpan models