June 5, 2025
About the Author: S & C Music Center
S&C Music is proud to unveil an exciting new chapter in our musical offering: Oud lessons for adults, now available at our Dubai studio and online worldwide.
Whether you’re a curious beginner or an experienced musician eager to explore new sonic territory, this is your invitation to connect with one of the world’s most powerful and poetic instruments.
The oud is more than an instrument—it’s a voice that tells stories, stirs emotions, and bridges millennia of musical tradition.
Why Learn the Oud?
Warm, evocative, and hauntingly beautiful, the oud has a sound that speaks directly to the soul.
Learning to play it is not just about mastering technique—it’s about immersing yourself in a rich cultural and emotional experience.
By learning the oud, you will:
- Unlock a deeply expressive musical language
- Discover the poetic power of maqam-based music
- Sharpen your ears, coordination, and focus
- Develop a unique musical voice rooted in centuries of tradition
- Enjoy a creative practice that is meditative, soulful, and endlessly rewarding
Whether you’re looking for a new musical path or a way to reconnect with your cultural heritage, the oud offers a profoundly meaningful journey.
What Is the Oud?
The oud (pronounced “ood”) is a short-necked, fretless lute with a rounded body and a sound that is as ancient as it is timeless.
With roots tracing back over 5,000 years, the oud is often considered the ancestor of both the modern guitar and European lute.
Used across Arabic, Turkish, Persian, and North African musical traditions, the oud is especially prized for its ability to convey emotion with extraordinary nuance.
Its fretless neck allows for microtonal expression, ideal for exploring the rich world of maqamat (melodic modes) and taqasim (improvisation).
From ancient courts to modern stages, the oud remains a symbol of musical sophistication and emotional depth.
Oud Lessons at S&C: Tailored for Adult Learners
At S&C Music, we specialise in teaching adults.
Our oud programme is designed to meet you where you are—whether you’re just beginning or looking to deepen your skills—and guide you on a musical journey that is structured, enriching, and artistically inspiring.
With an emphasis on clarity, creativity, and cultural immersion, each lesson combines practical training with expressive development. You’ll learn how to:
- Hold and tune your oud with confidence
- Use the risha (plectrum) for precise and expressive plucking
- Build left-hand agility and ornamentation techniques
- Understand and explore the emotional colours of key maqams
- Develop improvisational skills through traditional taqasim
- Perform music from both classical and contemporary oud traditions
- Appreciate the oud’s cultural role in history, poetry, and storytelling
…and much more, all tailored to your goals and pace as an adult learner.
Whether you dream of performing, composing, or simply enjoying the moment, your lessons will evolve with your goals.
Led by an Inspiring, World-Class Instructor
Our oud instructor is not only a seasoned performer but also a passionate educator dedicated to adult learners.
With deep roots in Middle Eastern musical traditions and a warm, patient teaching style, they will guide you step-by-step with clarity, care, and cultural insight.
You’ll not only develop strong technique, but also gain an appreciation of the oud’s rich musical and spiritual heritage.
Flexible Learning: In Dubai or Online
Learn the oud in person at our elegant, centrally located Dubai studio, or join us from anywhere in the world with our high-quality online lessons.
We cater to adults with busy schedules, offering 30-, 45-, or 60-minute lessons to suit your availability and learning pace.
The Start of a Lifelong Musical Journey
The oud invites you into a sound world that is at once ancient and alive.
Each note resonates with emotion, telling stories that words cannot.
At S&C Music, we are thrilled to welcome you into this tradition and help you develop not only your skills—but your artistic identity.
Whether you’ve always been intrigued by the oud or have just discovered its magic, now is the perfect time to begin.
Join a supportive, inspiring community of adult learners and explore the beauty of Middle Eastern music at its finest.
Start your oud journey today.
Discover your voice. Express your soul!
