An Afternoon Sonic Journey with Acolyte Instruments and Earth Tuned

An afternoon with Terence Jay, Founder of Acolyte Instruments

with special guest: Joshua Reff, Founder of Earth Tuned

WHEN: Sunday, December 7th, 2025

WHERE: The Gong Shop LA | 2907 Glenview Ave Unit A | Los Angeles, CA 90039

TIME: 3:00pm-5:30pm | Doors: 2:30pm

TICKETS: $10 General Admission

SEATING: Folding chairs will be provided and a limited number of cushions. Participants are encouraged to bring yoga mats and blankets.

PARKING: Street Parking is available on Glenview Ave, Ripple St, Fletcher Ave and other surrounding streets in Elysian Valley/Frogtown

An Afternoon with Acolyte Instruments and Earth Tuned

Hosted by The Gong Shop, join Terence Jay, founder of Acolyte Instruments, for a live performance on handpans, Euphonics, gongs and more! Jay will then introduce his special guest, Joshua Reff, founder of Earth Tuned. Joshua will guide a sound journey featuring his collection of giant tuning forks (aka Sound Swords), Solar Bells, and debuting his new Ankh Tuning Fork.

After the performances, Jay will open the conversation by discussing various methods and techniques for both playing and instrument construction. Then Joshua and Trey will join the discussion to give further information. They will then open the floor for questions and hands on exploration inviting everyone to experience the joy of these incredible instruments. It’s sure to be a memorable gathering filled with music, learning, and connection.

No prior experience necessary. Just bring an open heart and a willingness to receive.

In 2015 Terence Jay founded Nirvana Handpan, teaching himself metalwork in his garage and developing a distinctive sound that quickly grew in demand. What began as instruments for personal use evolved into a full workshop as players sought out his custom handpans.

In 2018 he introduced The Acolyte, the first reasonably priced, U.S.-made handpan of its quality. Its success led to the company’s rebranding as Acolyte Instruments and rapid growth. In 2022 Jay partnered with inventor Chris Anderson to create Euphonics, an aluminum instrument line inspired by the Cristal Baschet.

Jay recently expanded into gong making, releasing his first stainless-steel, nickel-silver, and titanium gongs in 2024 under Acolyte Gongworks. His work blends precision craft with sculptural artistry.

His creativity also extends to the visual arts. Jay collaborated with international artist Loris Greaud on Euphonic Array sculptures exhibited at the Petit Palais in Paris (2023–2024). He is now preparing a solo exhibition titled “Do you hear what I see?”, exploring vibration, nature, and interactive sound sculpture.

Today, Acolyte Instruments’ Glendale workshop produces a full range of original instruments—Handpans, Euphonics, Gongs, Chimes, Bell Plates, Sonoliths, and unique artworks. Visitors are welcome by appointment at info@AcolyteInstruments.com or 310-487-2285. Learn more at AcolyteInstruments.com and on Instagram @AcolyteInstruments.

Joshua Reff is the founder of Earth Tuned, an artistic project dedicated to creating functional pieces of vibrational art - epically sized reimagining's of the iconic tuning fork. Founded in 2017, Earth Tuned has become a globally recognized enchmark for the future form and scale of a tuning forks, briidging sound, science, and spirituality through precision crafted instruments made possible by advanced modern manufacturing techniques.

At this event, Joshua will guide a sound journey featuring his collection of giant tuning forks (Aka Sound Swords) Solar Bells, and debuting his new Ankh Tuning Fork. Participants will be given an opportunity to engage directly with the instruments for what will be a powerful hands-on and unforgettable sonic experience.