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.
Learning oud
Music in St. John
St. John still has the highest number of bars of any place in Canada, which is a strong arena for academic art and music in the city. Compared to much larger cities, St. John's may not be comparable in size. However, the city has continued to grow its music scene, attracting many internationally acclaimed artists to its beaches over the past decade, contributing to the region's development. St. John's and Smith Square are the two most important music venues in the city. St John's most prominent musicians include Tim Baker (musician), Heather Bambrick, Mary Berry, David Bennett (musician), Martin Bennett, Johnny Burke (Newfoundland songwriter), and Dean Berry.