The Maqam Building Block System ™
The proven Framework to Learn Arabic Maqam without Any Boring Music Theory and even if you never received any music training.
Discover the modal system of the Arab world in a fun visual way using Lego!
Super Bonus When You Sign Up by the 26th of June 2023
Access to 4 group 60 minutes Q&As with me (Valued at £2000) when you purchase the Maqam Building Block System or Taqasim Mastery Bundle. So I can support you in clarifying any questions you have about maqam and taqsim.
Hi ! I Am Maya
I am a qanun and Maqam mentor and known as the world’s top mentor for
Arabic music lovers, musicians, qanunists, dancers and who want to learn maqam & the art of taqsim.
During my 30 year journey of playing qanun internationally including my years of being classically trained in the finest music conservatoires in Damascus, I became aware of the dire lack of systems and frameworks to explain maqam and taqasim.
Since then, I have set out to demystify Arabic music and helped 100s of students from all over the world learn qanun and Arabic maqam.
I am excited to help you on your journey.
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8 Reasons Why This Course Works:
1. Maqam is easy as Lego
While this system builds on existing theoretical knowledge of maqam, it takes it further to a brand new methodology that enables anyone to learn maqam in a fun visual way using Lego without being simplistic. It is created so that the complex topic of Maqam is made easy and approachable by anyone. It is also complemented by booklets, transcription, theoretical explanations, audio kits and more.
2. It’s very clear and easy to understand by anyone! (including non musicians, amateurs and those who just love Arabic music)
Unlike the old way of teaching Arabic music, where you are supposed to figure out everything by a lengthy painful process of trial and error, or by reading complex confusing books, this proven method details in an easy to understand language, how to learn Maqam step by step.
3. Built on the very same method used by the great ones of the Golden Age of Arabic music (Umm Kulthum, Abdel Halim, Abdel Wahab, Fairouz…..)
This system allows Arabic music lovers to truly get maqam under their skin by following the organic method of embodying the maqam. This is the very same method the great ones of the Golden Arabic age (Umm Kulthum, Abdel Halim, Abdel Wahab, Fairouz…..) used for distinguishing the maqamat which focuses on a series of steps and processes to embody the maqam.
4. No prior music knowledge is required
Since this system is built on the organic way of learning maqam, all you need is your ears. You don’t even need an instrument to go through this course and all is explained in a language that any one can understand.
5. Learn Maqam in ... Days!
As opposed to spending the notorious years it is said to take figuring out maqam, the Maqam Building Block system allows you to learn Maqam in days, saving you a ton of time, money and energy.
6. Stops you from drowning in a sea of information
When it comes to learning Maqam, people think that there are 100s of Maqamat and therefore feel overwhelmed and start to think that maqam is a mission impossible. This system teaches you the few maqamat that are actively used today. You do not need archaic Maqamat that were in use ages ago (unless if you are a historian).
7. Bridges the Gap Between Theory and Practice
Al Farabi, in his book 'Al Musiqi Al Kabir' which is one of the most important books in Arabic music theory says that theory should follow practice. Not the other way round. The problem is that theories and maqam books are almost disconnected from how music is actually practiced on the ground. The result is that the vast majority of theory books are stuck in a theoretical bubble and give conflicting and confusing information about maqam.
The Maqam Building Block System ™ is entirely anchored in how music is practiced today, enabling you to be very clear on the information that matters and focus on what actually helps you learn Maqam.
However, if you want to geek out on the theory and the mathematical intervals the booklet is there for you to explain all of that.
8. Maqam Specific Guidance
In Arabic music, each maqam behaves in a different way and 99% of the time this is totally different to western music patterns. Therefore, it is super important to get to know each maqam as a unique case. Think of each Maqam Building block as a ‘person’. Each person has their own quirks. Their own way of moving. In this method, you will have an authentic understanding of the character of each Maqam.
Super Bonus When You Sign Up by the 26th of June 2023
Access to 4 group 60 minutes Q&As with me (Valued at £2000) when you purchase the Maqam Building Block System or Taqasim Mastery Bundle. So I can support you in clarifying any questions you have about maqam and taqsim.
Here Is What’s Inside:
The Main Maqam Building Blocks (Value £500)
Uncover the core unit or the heart of Arabic Music: The Maqam Building Block.
If you think of maqam as a language, the maqam building block is the alphabet from which you can build musical ‘words’ and ‘sentences’ just like building Lego! It all starts with the building block. In this module, you will meet the 9 Building Blocks that create 99% of Arabic music.
Rare Maqam Building Blocks (Value £1000)
In addition to the main 9 Maqam Building Blocks, you will meet the rare building blocks that create the ‘wow’ factor in your taqasim or compositions.
How to Build a Maqam (Value £1000)
In this module you will learn the basics of how a maqam is built. The root, the branch, the jawab and the Building Block below the root.
The most famous Maqamat in Arabic music
- Maqam Rast & Rast Family (Value £1000): This is a deep analysis of the core building blocks that create Maqam Rast in addition to the most famous ‘variations’ of this iconic maqam.
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Maqam Nahawand & Nahawand Family(Value £1000): This is a deep analysis of the core building blocks that create Maqam Nahawand in addition to the most famous ‘variations’ of this iconic maqam.
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Maqam Nakriz & Nakriz Family (Value £1000): This is a deep analysis of the core building blocks that create Maqam Nakriz in addition to the most famous ‘variations’ of this maqam.
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Maqam Ajam & Ajam Family (Value £1000): This is a deep analysis of the core building blocks that create Maqam Ajam in addition to the most famous ‘variations’ of this loved maqam.
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Maqam Bayati & Bayati Family (Value £1000): This is a deep analysis of the core building blocks that create Maqam Bayati in addition to the most famous ‘variations’ of this maqam.
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Maqam Saba (Value £500): This is a deep analysis of the core building blocks that create Maqam saba.
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Maqam Hijaz & Hijaz Family (Value £1000): This is a deep analysis of the core building blocks that create Maqam Hijaz in addition to the most famous ‘variations’ of this maqam.
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Maqam Kurd & Kurd Family (coming soon) (Value £1000): This is a deep analysis of the core building blocks that create Maqam Kurd in addition to the most famous ‘variations’ of this maqam.
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Maqam Sikah & Sikah Family (Value £1000): This is a deep analysis of the core building blocks that create Maqam Sikah in addition to the most famous ‘variations’ of this maqam.
Bonus #1: The Maqam Booklet (Value £250)
This booklet explains the theory behind the music and gives you further insight into the character of each Maqam Building Block.
Bonus #2: How to Recognize Maqam by Ear (Value £500)
In this 90 minute masterclass I share my top 6 strategies to help you guess the Maqam by ear.
Bonus #3: Maqam building Blocks Audio kit (Value £500)
These audio kits are to help you train your ear and to embody the Maqam.
Value: £13,250
Who Is This For?
- Anyone who appreciates Arabic music and wants to understand how it works in a fun, visual way.
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Anyone who wants to be able to play a taqsim.
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Arabic music lovers who want to recognise maqam by ear and guess the notes of their favorite song.
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Musicians and composers who want to explore the rich music tradition of the Arab world and incorporate it in their practice.
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Musicians and composers who want to discover or deepen their appreciation of Arabic music and sharpen their musical knowledge.
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Dancers who wish to improve their connection with music.
Super Bonus When You Sign Up by the 26th of June 2023
Access to 4 group 60 minutes Q&As with me (Valued at £2000) when you purchase the Maqam Building Block System or Taqasim Mastery Bundle. So I can support you in clarifying any questions you have about maqam and taqsim.
Why Listen To Me?
I am a Syrian classically trained musician. (and yes I studied and grew up there). After playing qanun professionally for 30 years, I taught in universities in Oman and the UK and I have helped 100s of students from all over the world learn qanun maqam and taqasim from scratch
As a composer and a professional performer, I have been dubbed by the BBC as 'Queen of The Qanun'. I performed all over the world, won prestigious awards and my work has been featured at Classic FM, Financial Times..etc which helped me reach 1000s of qanun and maqam students all over the world.
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Lene was ready to quit Arabic music until she found the Maqam Lego System:
From absolutely no knowledge in Music to embodying maqam and playing a taqsim in 2 years:
Super Bonus When You Sign Up by the 26th of June 2023
Access to 4 group 60 minutes Q&As with me (Valued at £2000) when you purchase the Maqam Building Block System or Taqasim Mastery Bundle. So I can support you in clarifying any questions you have about maqam and taqsim.
If you’re not 100% satisfied with this program after 7 days, I will offer you a full refund.
You won't find anything like this course anywhere as it is unique to my teaching and you certainly won't find anything like it for this price!
Make your payment today. You won’t even have to decide if you’re in for good! Take the full 7 days to explore the materials and experience the vibe of The Maqam Building Block System.
THEN... make a decision using the information YOU HAVE, rather than the information you don’t.
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