So you want to know more about the Oud, but not sure what to expect? Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned musician, here are some good reasons why you should learn Oud and start playing from today. 1.) The Oud is the progenitor of the Guitar The Oud is the grandfather of the modern Guitar. The Guitar that everyone loves so dearly today was descended…
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This article will address some of the specific issues beginners have with their Ouds that determine how and why their Oud sounds the way it does. Some of these things may not be necessarily ‘bad’ things, but may explain why you are not hearing a particular sound you may be hearing in recordings of different Oud players. 1.) Tune that puppy up. Most Ouds have 5 paired…
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