Palguy - 2-4-2005 at 03:18 PM
Hey everyone.
Im a new here, and Id like to introduce myself.
Im 20 years old, doing university, and living in Toronto.
I just got my first oud, as of now I dont have time to take lesson and cant find a teacher., for sure i'll start lessons with a professional in
the summer, but I would like to learn by myself at home, instead of wait till June. any advice on how to start.?
btw keep in mind I have no background in music at all. and I tried to learn from the videos on this great site, but everythig was flying right over my
head. especially when it comes to the left hand... My oud has 9 stings which is wierd seeing as how its suppose to have 10 or 11? i bought new aquila
strings for it, but i dunno how to put them on or how to tune it.
Mike - 2-4-2005 at 03:34 PM
Check out David Parfitt's Website. It is an excellent resource, and has very useful diagrams to help you string your oud.
Good luck,
Mike
journeyman - 2-4-2005 at 09:20 PM
If you need an oud teacher in Toronto you can call Nabeel Shehadeh at 905-508-4785.
Cheers,
Roy