Maqam Unveiled 2 (Oct. 19 to Nov. 16)

Explore the Depth and Complexity of Maqam Music!

Welcome to “Maqam Unveiled 2” Workshop!

We’re thrilled to present “Maqaam Unveiled 2,” an advanced workshop designed to deepen your exploration of classical Arabic Maqam music. Building on the foundations established in Maqaam Unveiled 1, this engaging series will offer a more detailed and nuanced understanding of Maqam music through a blend of lectures, interactive activities, and live performances.

Advanced Exploration

Over five sessions across five weeks, you’ll dive deeper into complex Maqam structures, advanced theoretical concepts, and intricate musical forms.

Structured Learning

Each 60-minute session is designed to provide a progressive learning experience, with specific time allocations for lectures, activities, and performances, ensuring a comprehensive and engaging approach.

Expert Guidance

Under the expert instruction of Mohammad Al-Mohsin – MFA, Yale University, you will gain further insights into the subtleties of Maqam music, with sessions designed to build upon one another and enhance your understanding as you advance.

Cumulative Design

The workshop is designed with intentional overlaps, allowing for smooth transitions between topics and a richer grasp of the complexities of Maqam music.

Who Should Join?

This class is perfect for students who completed Maqam 1 or have equivalent experience.

Session 1Saturday, October 19, 2024, 10:00-11:00 am
Session 2Saturday, October 26, 2024, 10:00-11:00 am
Session 3Saturday, November 2, 2024, 10:00-11:00 am
Session 4Saturday, November 9, 2024, 10:00-11:00 am
Session 5Saturday, November 16, 2024, 10:00-11:00 am
Location4125 Fessenden St NW, Washington, DC 20016

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Semester Schedule

Semester StartsSemester Ends Showcase PerformanceDay and TimeLocation
September 9, 2024November 22, 2024November 23, 2024TBD4125 Fessenden St NW, Washington, DC 20016
Semester StartsSemester EndsShowcase PerformanceDay and TimeLocation
December 2, 2024February 28, 2025March 1, 2025TBD4125 Fessenden St NW, Washington, DC 20016
Holiday Break:December 22, 2024 to January 5, 2025
Semester StartsSemester EndsShowcase PerformanceDay and TimeLocation
March 10, 2025May 30, 2025May 31, 2025TBD4125 Fessenden St NW, Washington, DC 20016
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