Mike - 1-20-2008 at 10:51 PM
Here are some shots of a beautiful Michael Moussa oud. Michael is probably one of the best unknown oudmakers in the world today. He is originally from
Egypt and now resides in the UK. I believe there are photos of one of his ouds owned by Jean Luc on the forums. Anyway, this oud is owned by Kelly who
asked me to post these photos. A sound file is forthcoming.
abusin - 1-21-2008 at 02:29 AM
Hi Mike,
this is a beautiful oud buddy and congrats to Kelly, shame not to have heared of this maker before specially he is in the Uk. Any contacts at all for
him, it would be great to know him.
all the best wishes for the new year my friend (sorry been busy again)
all the best to you Mike,
Awad
Kelly - 1-21-2008 at 12:55 PM
Thanks Mike and Awad for your kind comments and special thanks for Michael Moussa who was very patient and generous with his time. Although he does
not make to order he helped me choose to suit my style( such as it is) and temperament. It is indeed a lovely instrument.Its character both
warm/responsive with good projection. I shall try to put some audio mp3 soon. Awad,
we'll have to hook up soon for a tune.
Mike - 1-21-2008 at 12:59 PM
No problem Kelly. It was my pleasure, and I was happy to see that Michael and his work is featured here.
abusin - 1-21-2008 at 01:18 PM
Hi Kelly,
great to hear from you and looking forward to meet up, just got your email and will reply soon. That's an awesome oud you got, play it in good
health.
best regards,
Awad
moussa oud
Kelly - 1-21-2008 at 03:09 PM
Here's an attempt to play, record and hopefully sent an audio file of the oud
Kelly - 1-21-2008 at 03:11 PM
Didn't work will try again
nayoud - 1-21-2008 at 04:03 PM
Hi all
I've seen one of Michael Moussa's Ouds in cairo and they are meticulously made. He's an MD by profession but makes ouds and neys to continue his
family tradition.
Here is his website http://www.magicstrings.co.uk/
Ararat66 - 1-22-2008 at 12:51 AM
Hello Kelly
Nice looking oud - good to see more udis in the UK, I,m down in Portsmouth and there is also Matthew W who is Cambridge way. If you're ever down this
way call in!!
Its also great to know of a UK luthier that makes ouds - I'm up to Yorkshire now and then, I grew up there, Mr Moussa is in Barnsley by the look of
it.
Cheers
Leon
Kelly - 1-22-2008 at 11:10 AM
Thanks Leon
I'm trying, with Mike's help, to get a sound file up.
Michael doesn't make to order but produces about three a year as he is a full time MD in Barnsley. The different ouds of his i tried all have very
individual characters. This one is particularly warm sounding and almost 'cello like on the G and A.
Thanks for the invite. maybe a Summer excursion.
Regards
Kelly
Mike - 1-22-2008 at 12:19 PM
Got the sound file. Will get it on here after work today. Between the 3 of you guys, plus a number of other UK members...you guys need to get an oud
summit together.
MatthewW - 1-22-2008 at 12:34 PM
Barnsley!! I'd never expect to find an talented Egyptian oud maker up north in that town! Looking forward to the sound file Mike. Some of us in the UK
will have to have a summit and a pint soon, and try to visit M Mossa if he is cool with visitors. Would love to check out his ouds in person!
Mike - 1-22-2008 at 04:26 PM
Okay, here's the link. Thank you Kelly.
Michael Moussa Oud
Kelly - 1-23-2008 at 11:05 AM
Thanks Mike for your help. I've just downloaded Audicity which is easier to convert to MP3 format so I'll try to put some more sound files up soon.
All comments greatfully received.
A summit and a pint sounds good Matthew.