Online Oud Course in munchen

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 Munchen

With a series of festivals as well as regular concerts in the big cities of the city, Munchen has a great influence on German music. Munchen musicians have found their place in the German music scene and beyond. Among the most famous music groups in this country, we can mention Kyte's group, Ebow rap group, Chilestap electro group COSBY, etc. Munchen has many music festivals and music almost always plays an important role in this city. There are festivals in the city almost every week during the summer, including the Theatron Musiksommer at the Olympiapark and the Tollwood Festival (both summer and winter).