This article is going to be a concise introduction to Arabic maqam theory. My hope is that this will break down the basics for you to understand what is going on in Arabic music in terms of what scales are being played and how to modulate. For a beginner, one of the most important things to do in order to learn this music is to listen to Arabic music a…
Read MoreWhat’s Your Style? – Regional Oud Playing Styles (Part 2)
If you remember from last week’s post, I was going to continue the regional Oud playing styles discussion by talking about non-Arabic styles. Knowing about these styles goes a long way to enriching your knowledge of the Oud, and appreciating the scope it has acquired over time. Here is a big category: Turkey Turkish music is a whole different genre. You will hear different maqams with different names. You…
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