Your Cart is Empty
Famous Irish musician Bono once said, Music can change the world, because it can change people. There can be no truer expression of this art, which breaks barriers and crosses boundaries. Two people from the West and the Middle East may find it challenging to communicate due to the language barrier, but they will appreciate each other’s music as it touches their hearts. If you are taking early piano lessons, you have an ocean of opportunities to explore before you find your calling. Middle Eastern instrumentals are a less-explored territory, and we at Dozan World invite you to explore it with our carefully curated piano studies lessons.
At Dozan World, we understand that taking your first steps into the world of piano can be both exciting and a little intimidating. As someone born and raised in the West, you’d lack exposure to music from the Middle East and perhaps have a vague idea about the culture and musical heritage of the region. That’s where we have taken this initiative to share the region’s musical heritage with the world. Our collection of piano studies is rooted in this land, as we collaborate with passionate composers and music researchers to preserve the heritage from being lost to time.
As an early-stage learner, you may be a little apprehensive about trying out Middle Eastern piano lessons. Yes, Western and Middle Eastern music differ significantly in their approaches to melody, harmony, and rhythm. The biggest difference in the piano studies are the modal and rhythmical shifts. While Western music employs mostly the major, minor and some modes, the Middle Eastern maqamat (modes) bring in a new color and texture to the ear.
Whether you're a young enthusiast exploring music for the first time or an adult rediscovering a long-lost passion, our instrumental lessons will help shape your musical confidence and creativity. We have created our Piano Studies collection with the challenges that early learners face in mind, and we inspire beginners as they discover the joy of making music. As you’d already know, learning piano is more than just pressing keys. It's about expression, focus, rhythm, and connection to an emotional language. Our lessons are beginner-friendly for Western students while being deeply rooted in the traditions of Middle Eastern music.
When you are exploring music from a faraway land, the first piece you play often decides whether you find it musically engaging or turn your back. We know that young minds flourish when they become emotionally connected to what they’re playing. That’s where we have created a niche space for ourselves among our Western audience. Our piano studies collections include clear notation and simple fingering and beautiful melodies from the region to help you find confidence. As you build your confidence, we also offer advanced lessons to help you expand your soundscape.
Our Piano Studies are not only helpful for learners, but as a piano teacher teaching young learners, you will find them particularly interesting. You can use them to supplement standard curricula and introduce your students to something different, allowing them to diversify their repertoire. It will broaden their skills and allow them to explore new ideas in your classes, making them culturally enriching. Our piano studies collection has something for every level of classroom environment, which every piano teacher should explore.
At Dozan World, we are offering something different - a fresh and inspiring introduction to the sounds and styles of Middle Eastern music such as our collection of Oriental Etudes and more. Try them once and you will immediately fall in love with the music from this region.
What makes Dozan World's piano studies different from traditional lessons?
Our piano studies are unique because they focus on introducing students to Middle Eastern music, a style less commonly explored in Western music education. We combine the techniques of traditional piano instruction with the unique melodies, rhythms, and modes (known as maqamat) of the Middle East, offering a fresh and culturally enriching experience for learners.
Are these lessons suitable for a complete beginner?
Yes! Our lessons are specifically designed for early-stage learners, even those who have never played piano before. We use clear notation, simple fingering, and beautiful, engaging melodies to help beginners build confidence and get emotionally connected to the music they're playing.
Do I need any prior knowledge of Middle Eastern music or culture?
Not at all. Our program is designed for students from the West who may have little to no exposure to Middle Eastern music. We provide all the necessary guidance to help you understand and appreciate the cultural and musical heritage of the region as you learn.
How do the modal and rhythmical shifts in Middle Eastern music affect learning?
Western music primarily uses major and minor scales, but Middle Eastern music incorporates a wider range of modes, or maqamat, which can sound quite different to a Western ear. Our studies introduce these concepts in a beginner-friendly way, making it easy for you to adapt to these new melodic and rhythmic styles.