Oud lessons, deep study for Arabic maqama and the art of improvisation (taqasim)

From 36.97 C$ /h

Professional Oud Teacher – Arab Maqams & Classical Melodies

I am a passionate Oud player and teacher, dedicated to sharing the beauty of Arab music with students from all backgrounds, especially non-Arab learners. My teaching emphasizes the Arab maqams, capturing their spirit, nuances, and classical melodies, while also integrating modern playing techniques that I mastered at the Arab Oud House.

I design each lesson carefully according to the student’s level, progressing step by step to ensure steady improvement and deep understanding. Whether you are a complete beginner or an advanced student, my goal is to help you express yourself through the Oud, master the traditional repertoire, and enjoy the art of improvisation and ornamentation (taqasim).

What students can expect:

Personalized lessons tailored to your level and goals

Guidance on Arab maqams, scales, and rhythms

Classical melodies and repertoire, with optional modern adaptations

Practical exercises to develop technique, ear training, and improvisation skills

Friendly and encouraging environment for learning at your own pace
Languages: English, Arabic (native)

Extra information

Bring your Oud

Location

Online from Egypt

About Me

I am passionate about teaching Arabic music, Arabic systems maqama to all people from the world.
I find music as a way of healing and connection
Taking every learner step by step in a humour and loving way to reach the required level

Education

Graduated at Arabic Oud House in Cairo under the supervision of renowned Oud player Naseer Shamma.
I studied the three different schools (Egyptian, Turkish, Iraqi)

Experience / Qualifications

More than 20 years of playing Oud
Playing the different schools of Oud
Releasing my first album at December 2024
Teaching Oud for all levels

Age

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Arabic

Skills

Oud

Music theory

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Online via webcam

Mon

Tue

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Sun

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08-12

12-16

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20-24

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Advice on choosing an amplifier that suits your needs and fits your budget.
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-> About our classes and planning

Our classes will focus on you and your musical expertise, if you have previous experience playing piano. If you are completely taking it from zero, we are also here to help.

We will also help you choose a perfect teacher for you based on your profile and what you tell us. He or She will always be teaching you, so no worries, there won't be changes all the time.

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-> Our courses

These are the courses that we are currently offering are focused on:

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-> What you need for class?

- A phone, tablet or computer with internet connection
- A keyboard.

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- Essential to practise every day for maximum efficiency

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I offer very personalized classes based on your level and interests. My approach to teaching strongly takes the student's CREATIVITY into account, but without forgetting that a good knowledge of MUSIC THEORY and PIANO TECHNIQUE are essential.

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In a creative field like music, education is a delicate matter. I firmly believe that a teacher must do everything possible to avoid suppressing the student’s personal voice. Each of us — regardless of age or skill level — has a unique approach to music, even before touching the instrument!
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My method tries to tailor to the needs of the student so that lessons are engaging structured and follow the natural curiosity and capabilities of the students.
It also focuses a lot on developing the students overall musical abilities such as internalizing sound and rhythm.

Music making is something to be enjoyed and experienced besides the practice that goes into perfecting the art of piano playing. The content of the lessons always aims to reflect this mindset so that a student can become independently fluent and capable not just to imitate and practice but to really experience, understand, feel and enjoy the music throughout their learning experience.

Also:
Ear training
Improvisation
Piano accompaniment
Electronic Keyboards
Music theory (beginners to advanced)

Musicianship training:
Kodály method in combination with applied modern pedagogical methods.

Location: Online

Language: English

Lesson policies:

Pets, if any, must stay in a separate room during the lesson
Please follow the cancellation policies according to Apprentus

Education:
Piano and Composition Studies
Codarts Conservatory of Rotterdam

Teachers Experience:
6 years of piano in the styles of Pop, World, Classical both for children and adults