Are you interested in learning oud? I teach Arabic and Turkish traditions as part of my role at SOAS, University of London. Feel free to get in touch and arrange a consultation lesson.
Books
New book out! The Oud: An Illustrated History
“Musician Beckles Willson (Orientalism and Musical Mission) scrupulously traces the history of the oud—a short-necked, fretless stringed musical instrument—from its first written mention in ancient Persia to the present day. An instrument long associated with Read more…
12 Comments
Paul Lyristis · 31st January 2020 at 12:51 pm
Rachel, I would like to learn more about having some oud lessons from you. Would it be possible to talk on the phone in the next few days and I can update you on my knowledge of and experience with the instrument?
Paul
Stephen Percival · 9th August 2020 at 8:50 pm
Interested in learning oud can you advise if you can help..
Lucy piercy · 11th September 2020 at 7:47 am
Hi there
I am looking for an oud teacher for a new pupil (from Bahrain) at our school in Sevenoaks. Might you be able to help?
Many thanks, Lucy
Hugh Tranter · 4th October 2020 at 1:07 pm
Hi Rachel, I am interested in learning oud, but my first stumbling block is to source a reasonable oud on which to learn, do you have any recommendations please as to reputable dealers or makers ? If you were able to help in any way that would be very much appreciated. Many thanks, kind regards Hugh
Cheri · 24th October 2020 at 5:07 am
Dear Rachel,
I was just wondering if you were giving lessons around this time?
Best
Cheri
Michael Bowden · 14th August 2021 at 3:03 pm
Hi Rachel,
I would like to start learning to play the Oud. Are you still giving lessons?
Best wishes,
Michael
Yael Navaro · 5th September 2021 at 11:35 pm
Hello Rachel,
I am interested in taking oud lessons. Would it be possible to have a consultation with you?
Many thanks and best wishes,
Yael
Sarah Abdul · 26th January 2022 at 11:28 pm
Hello Rachel,
Are you still giving out lessons? If yes, please contact me
Rhys DC · 17th March 2023 at 8:32 pm
Hi Rachel,
I am interesting in hearing more about Oud lessons in London. Would it be possible to have a consultation lessons? Many thanks.
Best,
Rhys
rachel · 1st December 2023 at 8:09 pm
Hi Rhys!
thanks for your interest! I’m afraid I’m no longer in London, I now live in the Netherlands.
Martin Weegmann · 13th November 2023 at 3:28 pm
Are you teaching oud for beginners? I play guitar and do not yet have an oud but am interested in learning and seeing
rachel · 1st December 2023 at 8:09 pm
Hi Martin, thanks for your interest! I’m afraid I’m no longer in London, I now live in the Netherlands.