Arabic music, Oriental music Oud, keyboard, solfeggio reading, music theory
From 23.66 € /h
I offer comprehensive and specialized lessons in Arabic and Oriental music, designed to help students build a strong musical foundation that combines theoretical understanding with practical performance. The course follows a clear, progressive methodology, adapted to each student’s level, background, and personal goals.
Course Content:
🎵 Oud
Introduction to the instrument, posture, and plectrum (risha) technique
Study of fundamental and advanced Arabic maqamat
Understanding maqam pathways and modulations
Free and rhythmic improvisation (taqasim)
Performing traditional pieces and selected Arabic songs
Developing authentic Oriental musical expression
🎹 Keyboard
Applying Arabic maqamat on the keyboard
Finger technique and hand coordination
Accompanying vocals in an Oriental style
Distinguishing between Western and Arabic scales
Practical use of Arabic rhythms and modes
🎼 Solfeggio & Sight Reading
Step-by-step music reading skills
Ear training and melodic recognition
Rhythmic and melodic exercises
Improving intonation and avoiding off-pitch singing or playing
Connecting hearing, voice, and instrument
📚 Music Theory
Structure and theory of Arabic maqamat
Oriental rhythms and rhythmic cycles (iqaat)
Melodic phrasing and musical form
Musical analysis of Arabic repertoire
Fundamentals of composition and melodic development
Teaching Approach:
Progressive and structured learning path
Clear explanations supported by practical examples
Application through well-known Arabic songs
Personalized exercises for each student
Continuous guidance and performance evaluation
Who Is This Course For?
Absolute beginners with no musical background
Students seeking a solid academic foundation
Hobbyists aiming to improve their skills
Musicians wishing to deepen their understanding of Arabic music
Course Content:
🎵 Oud
Introduction to the instrument, posture, and plectrum (risha) technique
Study of fundamental and advanced Arabic maqamat
Understanding maqam pathways and modulations
Free and rhythmic improvisation (taqasim)
Performing traditional pieces and selected Arabic songs
Developing authentic Oriental musical expression
🎹 Keyboard
Applying Arabic maqamat on the keyboard
Finger technique and hand coordination
Accompanying vocals in an Oriental style
Distinguishing between Western and Arabic scales
Practical use of Arabic rhythms and modes
🎼 Solfeggio & Sight Reading
Step-by-step music reading skills
Ear training and melodic recognition
Rhythmic and melodic exercises
Improving intonation and avoiding off-pitch singing or playing
Connecting hearing, voice, and instrument
📚 Music Theory
Structure and theory of Arabic maqamat
Oriental rhythms and rhythmic cycles (iqaat)
Melodic phrasing and musical form
Musical analysis of Arabic repertoire
Fundamentals of composition and melodic development
Teaching Approach:
Progressive and structured learning path
Clear explanations supported by practical examples
Application through well-known Arabic songs
Personalized exercises for each student
Continuous guidance and performance evaluation
Who Is This Course For?
Absolute beginners with no musical background
Students seeking a solid academic foundation
Hobbyists aiming to improve their skills
Musicians wishing to deepen their understanding of Arabic music
Location
Online from Tunisia
About Me
Hello! 👋
My name is Maysa, a passionate music teacher from Tunisia.
I hold a Master’s degree in Music from the Higher Institute of Music in Tunisia, and I have experience teaching students of different ages and levels.
My teaching focuses on helping each student develop solid technique, musical expression, and confidence, while keeping lessons fun, creative, and personalized.
Whether you are a beginner discovering music for the first time or an advanced learner preparing for performances, I will guide you step by step with patience and enthusiasm.
Music is a beautiful journey, and I’d be happy to share it with you.
Let’s make music together!
معلمة موسيقى لديها كفاءة و خبرة في تدريس الموسيقى و قواعدها و قراءة النوتة و العزف على عدة آلات موسيقية : بيانو ، عود و غيتار
متخرجة من المعهد العالي للموسيقى
My name is Maysa, a passionate music teacher from Tunisia.
I hold a Master’s degree in Music from the Higher Institute of Music in Tunisia, and I have experience teaching students of different ages and levels.
My teaching focuses on helping each student develop solid technique, musical expression, and confidence, while keeping lessons fun, creative, and personalized.
Whether you are a beginner discovering music for the first time or an advanced learner preparing for performances, I will guide you step by step with patience and enthusiasm.
Music is a beautiful journey, and I’d be happy to share it with you.
Let’s make music together!
معلمة موسيقى لديها كفاءة و خبرة في تدريس الموسيقى و قواعدها و قراءة النوتة و العزف على عدة آلات موسيقية : بيانو ، عود و غيتار
متخرجة من المعهد العالي للموسيقى
Education
Bachelor's degree in music and musicology.
Higher institute of music.
Master's degree in music and musicology.
Higher institute of music.
Master's degree in music and musicology.
Experience / Qualifications
Tow years experience in teaching
In-depth musical knowledge.
Enthusiasm.
Patience.
Good communication skills.
Good teaching skills.
Good organisational skills.
Flexibility.
Motivational skills.
In-depth musical knowledge.
Enthusiasm.
Patience.
Good communication skills.
Good teaching skills.
Good organisational skills.
Flexibility.
Motivational skills.
Age
Infants (0-3 years old)
Preschool children (4-6 years old)
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration
30 minutes
45 minutes
60 minutes
90 minutes
120 minutes
The class is taught in
English
Arabic
Spanish
French
Skills
Availability of a typical week
(GMT -05:00)
New York
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
00-04
04-08
08-12
12-16
16-20
20-24
Arab Maqamat
Specialized lessons in understanding and building Arabic maqams (Rast, Bayat, Hijaz, Saba, Kurd, Ajam, etc.), with explanations of musical genres, quarter tones, maqam transitions, and practical application in singing and playing.
Training in maqam listening, distinguishing between maqams, and improvising in a correct manner is provided, from beginner to advanced level.
Oud
Learn the basics and techniques of playing the oud:
Correct sitting posture and holding the feather
Technique (kicking, speed, technical exercises)
Playing Eastern scales and maqams
Reading Musical Notes
Playing traditional and modern pieces and songs
Introduction to improvisation (divisions)
The lessons are suitable for children and adults, from beginner to advanced level.
Organ (Keyboard)
Learn to play the organ in an academic and practical way:
Fundamentals of Music Reading
Chords and accompaniment
Playing with both hands
Playing Arabic and Western songs
Developing rhythmic sense and hand-eye coordination
Preparing the student for solo performance or vocal accompaniment
Vocal solfège
Professional voice training aimed at:
Adjusting the pitch (Intonation)
Strengthening the musical ear
Reading the score while singing
Self-control and voice support
Performing Arabic maqams accurately
Developing acoustic flexibility and oriental motifs
Suitable for beginners and those wishing to pursue a professional career in Arabic singing.
Rhythmic solfège
Developing a sense of rhythm and the ability to read and write musical rhythms:
Reading time values
Clapping and rhythmic drumming exercises
Getting acquainted with Arabic rhythms (Maqsum, Sama'i, Malfouf...)
Practice on the simple and complex scale
Strengthening focus and motor coordination
It is important for every musician and singer to build a sound musical foundation.
Specialized lessons in understanding and building Arabic maqams (Rast, Bayat, Hijaz, Saba, Kurd, Ajam, etc.), with explanations of musical genres, quarter tones, maqam transitions, and practical application in singing and playing.
Training in maqam listening, distinguishing between maqams, and improvising in a correct manner is provided, from beginner to advanced level.
Oud
Learn the basics and techniques of playing the oud:
Correct sitting posture and holding the feather
Technique (kicking, speed, technical exercises)
Playing Eastern scales and maqams
Reading Musical Notes
Playing traditional and modern pieces and songs
Introduction to improvisation (divisions)
The lessons are suitable for children and adults, from beginner to advanced level.
Organ (Keyboard)
Learn to play the organ in an academic and practical way:
Fundamentals of Music Reading
Chords and accompaniment
Playing with both hands
Playing Arabic and Western songs
Developing rhythmic sense and hand-eye coordination
Preparing the student for solo performance or vocal accompaniment
Vocal solfège
Professional voice training aimed at:
Adjusting the pitch (Intonation)
Strengthening the musical ear
Reading the score while singing
Self-control and voice support
Performing Arabic maqams accurately
Developing acoustic flexibility and oriental motifs
Suitable for beginners and those wishing to pursue a professional career in Arabic singing.
Rhythmic solfège
Developing a sense of rhythm and the ability to read and write musical rhythms:
Reading time values
Clapping and rhythmic drumming exercises
Getting acquainted with Arabic rhythms (Maqsum, Sama'i, Malfouf...)
Practice on the simple and complex scale
Strengthening focus and motor coordination
It is important for every musician and singer to build a sound musical foundation.
Do you dream of playing and singing simultaneously with fluidity and confidence, without distraction or loss of pitch or rhythm?
In this lesson you will learn step by step how to unify your voice and your musical instrument, and build a true harmony between playing and singing, while adjusting the musical pitch to suit your voice accurately and healthily.
This training is designed for anyone who finds it difficult to combine singing and playing instruments, or feels that one overshadows the other. Together, we will work to make playing and singing complement each other rather than compete.
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🪶 The lesson includes:
🎶 Exercises for coordinating singing and playing instruments
Practical exercises for combining voice with instrumental music
Working towards independence between hand and voice
Playing and singing on the oud, organ, or piano
Seamless transition between vocal and instrumental passages
🌬️ Breathing and voice control training
Sound support during playback
Breath control in long sentences
Maintaining the stability of the layer without stress
🎵 Choosing songs that suit your voice
Identifying the perfect layer for you
Adapt the song to your acoustic space
Choose a repertoire that showcases your voice in the best way.
🎼 Musical Analysis of Songs
Understanding rhythm and sentence structure
Linking the playing to the melody
Strengthening rhythmic and tonal sense
Pay attention to voice entry and exit points
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🎯 Who is this lesson for?
For anyone who wants to sing and play music for themselves with confidence and enjoyment
For beginner and amateur singers
For musicians who want to develop their singing skills
For those who own a musical instrument and are looking for a complete and balanced performance
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✨ In this lesson you will not only learn how to play and sing, but also how to listen to yourself consciously, control your voice, and perform with feeling and composure.
In this lesson you will learn step by step how to unify your voice and your musical instrument, and build a true harmony between playing and singing, while adjusting the musical pitch to suit your voice accurately and healthily.
This training is designed for anyone who finds it difficult to combine singing and playing instruments, or feels that one overshadows the other. Together, we will work to make playing and singing complement each other rather than compete.
---
🪶 The lesson includes:
🎶 Exercises for coordinating singing and playing instruments
Practical exercises for combining voice with instrumental music
Working towards independence between hand and voice
Playing and singing on the oud, organ, or piano
Seamless transition between vocal and instrumental passages
🌬️ Breathing and voice control training
Sound support during playback
Breath control in long sentences
Maintaining the stability of the layer without stress
🎵 Choosing songs that suit your voice
Identifying the perfect layer for you
Adapt the song to your acoustic space
Choose a repertoire that showcases your voice in the best way.
🎼 Musical Analysis of Songs
Understanding rhythm and sentence structure
Linking the playing to the melody
Strengthening rhythmic and tonal sense
Pay attention to voice entry and exit points
---
🎯 Who is this lesson for?
For anyone who wants to sing and play music for themselves with confidence and enjoyment
For beginner and amateur singers
For musicians who want to develop their singing skills
For those who own a musical instrument and are looking for a complete and balanced performance
---
✨ In this lesson you will not only learn how to play and sing, but also how to listen to yourself consciously, control your voice, and perform with feeling and composure.
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