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technique building pieces

Don Z - 1-2-2015 at 04:04 PM

When I was studying the cello I focused primarily on playing the Bach suites daily. They are immense for building technique and understanding of linear harmony. I'm sorry I digress. Are there works for oud that are like this? Pieces that are played to help develop technique?

mavrothis - 1-2-2015 at 04:22 PM

Hi,

Targan's etudes are the most challenging technical pieces available for oud as far as I know.

Some longas are very challenging when played fast and with loads of ornaments, and there are also the more complicated interpretations of classical repertoire from players like Bacanos and others.

In all cases I would recommend using scores and recordings together.

If you would like to work on technique I would be happy to help you in person or via Skype.

Take care,

mav


Don Z - 1-8-2015 at 12:51 PM

Mav, I'm going to take you up on that. Will have my new oud soon too!

DavidJE - 1-8-2015 at 01:48 PM

Great decision Don. I've been taking Skype classes with Mav for about a year, and it has been fantastic. I wouldn't be even close to where I am now without his lessons and guidance. He's an awesome player and an equally great teacher.

Don Z - 1-8-2015 at 02:06 PM

Thanks for the input, David !

mavrothis - 1-9-2015 at 06:55 AM

David you are too kind as always, thank you.

Good luck with your new oud Don!

mav