Do you feel like you don’t play the Oud authentically?
Want more unified guidance on how to play the Oud?
Most people believe they need a lot of time and patience in order to relax and unwind while learning the Oud. Instead, I’ve discovered that convenient, focused, efficient practice is far more important in helping you escape your hectic day to learn Oud.
Let me help you zero-in on exactly what you need to learn Oud.
For Beginner players.
Want to start playing the Oud authentically?
Oud for Guitarists Foundation
With a series of clear video lessons, you will be able to:
- Understand basics of Middle Eastern melodies and rhythms
- Find notes accurately on the Oud
- Refine your right hand Oud playing technique and play ornaments
For All levels of Oud players.
Train your ear and master maqamat and modulation (even if you’re not an Oud player).
Maqam Mastery
With video lessons and ear training exercises, you will be able to:
• Develop the “ear” for Middle Eastern quartertones, and maqamat
• Develop melody in each maqam with authentic, idiomatic phrases
• Learn how to deconstruct maqamat to understand their relationships recognize them easily
For all levels and instruments. You don’t have to play Oud to learn maqams.
Arabic Maqam Ear Training
- You don’t need a theory book to learn maqams, just your ears and your voice.
- Learn up to 17 maqams at your own pace.
Click here to be the first to find out when enrolment starts.
For Intermediate to Advanced players.
Express yourself on the Oud freely and fluently.
Step-by-Step Taqasim
After this program you’ll be able to:
- Express yourself on the Oud through improvisation
- Play and create your own taqasim
- Understand how the pros play taqasim
For Intermediate to Advanced players.
Learn the 5 Golden Techniques that enliven your playing.
The Masterclass
In this brand new, systematic course, you will:
- Learn how to incorporate the 5 Golden Techniques (and more) to any piece of music
- Learn the famous Samai Bayati Al Aryan with advanced techniques
- Develop ways to personalize the music with techniques and make it into your own piece of music
For All levels of Oud players.
The Ultimate MultiOud Premium Course
Struggling to create the sound you want on the MultiOud?
In this program, you’ll be able to:
- PRODUCE a satisfying classic Oud sound – even when only using the bridge pickup
- RECREATE Oud sounds that resemble Ouds built by different well-known Oud builders
- ADOPT fool proof general equalization settings for a deep, boomy, classic Oud sound
- CALCULATE the optimal string tension for Arabic tuning using customized string gauges
- ADOPT the right mindset to approach the MultiOud – because its SO different than an acoustic Oud
- RECREATE a modern Persian Barbat sound
- ELIMINATE buzzing sound
For All levels of Oud players.
One-on-One Private Lessons
Can’t find what you’re looking for?
Or need personal feedback on your techniques?
Or want to play a particular piece of music?
A 45-minute private lesson over Skype can improve the way you play the Oud dramatically!
Write to me at support@oudforguitarists.com, and I’m happy to discuss how I can help you!