Gabriele Pollina
Gabriele Pollina is an Italian handpan and percussion artist who captivates audiences with melodic and rhythmic improvisations on his signature “UFO” handpan. Originally a drummer since age six, he discovered the handpan in 2013 and within six months won a Milan handpan contest, launching a touring career through Australia, Asia, Europe, and a five-year residency in London . Now based in Italy, he performs at private events, festivals, Sofar Sounds sessions, and prestigious venues like Shakespeare’s Globe and the Natural History Museum. His 2015 album Handpan Improvisation (with standout track “Heartbeat”) and recent releases, including Nowhere I Belong (2023), showcase his blend of ambient, world, and percussive-electronic styles played live with looping foot percussion . With 33K Instagram followers—where he shares festival performances and inventive covers—he’s known for soulful street-busking, interactive masterclasses, and a deeply personal musical voice.
More info: https://www.instagram.com/gabriele_pollina/
More info: https://www.instagram.com/gabriele_pollina/