An introduction to the Art of Singing (Maqamaat)
Date: Saturday 20th September
Time: 7pm- 9pm (BST)
Where: Online Via Zoom
Cost: £89pp (5 weeks)
Join us for a five-session online course exploring the beauty and the soulfulness of classical Arabic singing. The course will cover fundamentals of vocal technique and Maqamaat, focusing on two qasidas in Maqam Hijaz.
- Master two qasidas and their expressive nuances.
- Learn about Maqam Hijaz - theory, practice, and emotional depth.
- Refine pronunciation and vocal control
Dates: Saturday 20th, 27th September, 4th, 11th and 18th October
Time: 7pm-9pm (BST)
Place: Online on Zoom
A space to connect, sing, and deepen your understanding of Arabic music. Spots are limited - reserve yours now.
This is a Ladies only course open to 16+
Meet your teacher:
Ghizlane Gzili
Ghizlane is a classical Arabic singer specialising in Muwashshahat and Sufi poetry. She acquired her knowledge in this ancient and rich vocal art, along with the study of maqamat (modes) and iqa'at (rhythms), under the guidance of her mentor and teacher, Ustadh Khaled Alhafez from Syria, among other experts. Ghizlane has performed at cultural events in Canada, Peru, and her current home, Morocco. She believes her calling is to share the beauty of voice through soulful maqamat and classical Arabic poetry, expressing this passion through both performance and teaching. Ghizlane offers singing lessons in English to women from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds, aiming to make this art form accessible to all, regardless of musical experience or proficiency in the Arabic language.