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GENERAL COURSES
Every Level of Oud Training
Beginner I (12 weeks)
In this course, we will discuss basic theory, right-hand technique, and left-hand technique. Discover the 7 positions on the…
Beginner I (12 weeks)
In this course, we will discuss basic theory, right-hand technique, and left-hand technique. Discover the 7 positions on the fingerboard; and learn how to hold the Oud. The first month will focus heavily on playing simple songs. As the course progresses, we will play several songs and etudes which include Maqamat (musical scales). By the end of this course, you will be very comfortable with technique and be able to play well-known simple songs, which prepare for Level II.
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Beginner II (3 months)
This course will be for those who have spent a little time playing the Oud, whether it was on your own or with official instruction. For the first…
Beginner II (12 weeks)
This course will be for those who have spent a little time playing the Oud, whether it was on your own or with official instruction. For the first month you will be corrected from the mistakes that you might learned before and directly you will be introduced to the correct positions and how you play the melodies correctly and in confidence.
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Intermediate I (3 months)
More intensive, this course will teach advanced techniques for the right-hand pick, which will be needed for more difficult etudes. It will also…
Intermediate I (3 months)
More intensive, this course will teach advanced techniques for the right-hand pick, which will be needed for more difficult etudes. It will also introduce you to fast techniques and advanced compositions from the Iraqi School of Oud. This type of technique will set you apart from regular Oud players. By the end of this course, you will be able to play Oud compositions and well known melodies and how you play them with correct Time, Technique and Tunes.
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Intermediate II (3 months)
This course will focus on a new set of techniques, as taught in The Egyptian School of Oud. You will become familiar with Egyptian technique and…
Intermediate II (3 months)
This course will focus on a new set of techniques, as taught in The Egyptian School of Oud. You will become familiar with Egyptian technique and theory. You will learn how to play popular and more advanced songs by some of the greatest musicians in 60s, 70’s and 80’s of Egyptian music,. By the end of this course, you will be able to play more advanced compositions as well as original songs popular in Egypt and in Iraq and you should be able to recognize the differences between Iraqi and Egyptian school. You will now be ready for Advanced Level I.
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Advanced Level I (approx. 6 mo.)
This course is more long-term and will help lay the foundation of performance technique. You will be introduced to…
Advanced Level I (approx. 6 mo.)
This course is more long-term and will help lay the foundation of performance technique. You will be introduced to Taqasim, (different types of Egyptian improvisation). This course will teach you the technique used with the left-hand only and finally be able to play chords (major/minor/augmented) on the Oud.
Once you’ve mastered chords you will be able to harmonize melodies and songs like, “From Ashur to Ashbili” by Naseer Shamma and “If I had Wings” by El-Shirref Mohiey Eldeen Hidar and “Music Among the Nations,” by Ramy Adly, as well as American songs that require this style of advanced technique. By the end of this course, you will know the theory behind the chords and how you should apply them to the fingerboard. Upon completing this course you will earn your first certificate in “The School of Oud Online.” This course before the Master degree.
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Masters Level (TBD)
This course is designed for those ready for public performance. You will be taught the professional performance technique and…
Masters Level (TBD)
This course is designed for those ready for public performance. You will be taught the professional performance technique and stagecraft, including how to cater your musical performance to your audience and keep them engaged. During these months we will focus on selected songs for your performance repertoire, their length, and how they come together into a recital program. This course will also concentrate on Turkish, Jazz and Blues technique. You will also be introduced to “Caprices” (which is known as the most difficult technique on the Oud). You will also be provided with a complimentary Oud for your graduation!
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Oud Instructor Training (2 months)
This class is only offered to those who have completed the Masters Level at The School of Oud Online and are…
Oud Instructor Training (2 month )
This class is only offered to those who have completed the Masters Level at The School of Oud Online and are interested in becoming a teacher. In this course, you will learn the training and confidence necessary to teach the Oud and keep students engaged. By the end, you will also be proficient in all levels of technique and performance.
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SPECIALIZED COURSES
Maqam, Theories and Solfeggio of Arab Music I & II
Maqam Course: (3 months)
Maqam is the system of musical scales or moods required to play the music of the Arab World. There are more than 300 different…
Maqam Course: (3 months)
Maqam is the system of musical scales or moods required to play the music of the Arab World. There are more than 300 different Maqams in the Arab\Turkish World that you will need to know. Once you know and understand how to play Maqam, you can start creating your own music and find a powerful way to listen and learn to play everything that you desire.
This course will focus on music theory; and will go in-depth of the 300 branches found in Maqams (which derive from Egypt, Babylon, and Iran). By the end of this course, you will be able to learn sheet music, solfege (pitch and sight-reading) and musical intervals through the scales and rhythms of Arab music.
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Theories and Solfeggio of Arab Music- Level I (2 month)
In this course, we will explain how notation works in Arab Music and how music is written using the 300 different…
Theories and Solfeggio of Arab Music - Level I (2 month)
In this course, we will explain how notation works in Arab Music and how music is written using the 300 different Maqams. As you progress, you will be answer the following questions:
- How do I write and read music in the Arab world?
- How do I feel the difference between each Maqam?
- How do I write my own musical notation?
- What is the definition of Do – Re – Me – Fa – Sol?
- Who came up with the letters “Do Re Me”?
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Theories and Solfeggio of Arab World Music- Level II (2 month)
In this course, you will advance to a more in-depth theory of written notation and “Solfeggio” which uses quarter notes…
Theories and Solfeggio of Arab World Music- Level II (2 month)
In this course, you will advance to a more in-depth theory of written notation and “Solfeggio” which uses quarter notes. We’ll also explore certain theories such as, “Ajnaas” and “Maqamat
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Jazz Course:
Jazz music sounds amazing on the Oud. In this course, you will be introduced to this technique which…
Jazz Course
Jazz music sounds amazing on the Oud. In this course, you will be introduced to this technique which will include American Jazz theory and how it’s played. You will be taught how to play with jazz bands, using jazz scales such as Pentatonic, Whole Dominant Bebop, and Harmonic Minor
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Your Custom Course
This is a course designed by YOU! You can pick and choose songs you wish to learn and play. Whether…
Your Custom Course
This is a course designed by YOU! You can pick and choose songs you wish to learn and play, whether it’s a well-known song or something you’ve always wanted to learn depending on your skill level. Once we’ve chosen and approved the repertoire, you will learn the etudes and techniques needed to accomplish your musical goals.
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