Online Oud Course in boston

The appearance features of Lute (oud)

• Oud looks like a pear and it’s made of wood.
• There are two common types of oud: Arabic oud and foreign oud. The Arabic oud is usually larger and heavier than the foreign oud. Also it has a deeper bowl.
• Oud has 11 to 13 strings, which are made of metal or animal’s intestines.
• The player places the oud horizontally on her/his thigh and plucks the strings with the fingers of her/his right hand.

The sound of oud

• Oud has a warm, soft and deep sound.
• This instrument is known for its ability to produce a wide range of notes also the ability to perform various playing techniques.

The use of oud

• Oud is used in various types of music, including traditional, classical, jazz and pop music.
• And this instrument is also played as a solo instrument and in bands.

The history of oud

• The history of oud goes back to the ancient times.
• The exact origin of this instrument is not obvious, but some believe it originates from Iran and others believe it originates from Mesopotamia.
• The oud has historically played an important role in the music of the Middle East and North Africa. It also has influenced many other instruments such as guitar and lute.

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Music in Boston

The city of Boston is a large part of the current music scene in the US state of Massachusetts, which includes several genres of rock as well as classical, folk, and hip hop music. Perhaps the most influential early US composer is Lowell Mason. Mason was a native of Boston who fought against the use of punctuation and note teaching in a standard way at the time. Mason led American music to its modern European model. In addition to Mason, musicians such as Arzmwit, James Taylor, Donna Summer, the Deckers, J. Gill / Peter Wolf, John Baines, the New Edition, etc. also belong to Boston. The Blues House, Symphony Hall, Governor, Paradise Rock Club, Passim Club, Brighton Music Hall, Sinclair, etc. are some of the most famous music halls in Boston. Boston Calling Festivals, Summer Camp Aid, Cambridge Dance Party, Green River, etc. are the most important Boston Music Festivals.