OUD FOUNDATION PROGRAM
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Become a Real Oud Player!
Stop Guessing. Stop Faking It.
Start Playing With Confidence.
Oud Foundation Program
A structured, step-by-step system for beginners who want to master authentic Oud technique and Middle Eastern musicality — the right way.
23 years ago I fell in love with the sound of the Oud.
I thought it would be easy.
It wasn’t.
The Oud turned out to be the most technically demanding instrument I’ve ever learned.
And I had already played guitar.
You look at it and think:
It’s small.
Short neck.
Soft nylon strings.
How hard could it be...?
Then reality hits.
Your left hand looks nothing like your teacher’s.
Your forearm digs painfully into the bowl.
The instrument slides off your leg.
Your tuning pegs slip… or get stuck.
You can’t tell if the microtones are right.
Your tremolo sounds weak.
The notes high on the neck sound thin and out of tune.
And suddenly…
You’re not making music.
You’re troubleshooting.
The Hidden Frustration of Learning Oud
Nobody talks about this.
The Oud is ancient. It was traditionally taught one-on-one.
There is no universal standard.
So what happens?
You go to YouTube.
One teacher holds the risha one way.
Another does the opposite.
One tunes to F to F.
Another tunes to C to C.
Arabic intonation differs from Turkish.
Fingerings vary.
Exercises contradict each other.
As a beginner, you don’t know what’s foundational… and what’s stylistic.
So you hesitate.
You second-guess.
You waste years.
I did.
The 3 Mistakes That Cost Me 3 Years
1. Trying to Teach Myself
I thought my guitar background would carry me.
It didn’t.
The Oud is not a guitar without frets.
It’s a different philosophy of sound.
On guitar you pluck.
On Oud you strike.
On guitar you think chords.
On Oud you think melody and tone.
That misunderstanding alone slowed me down for years.
2. Learning Randomly From Different Sources
Scattered information creates scattered technique.
When fundamentals aren’t unified, you never feel grounded.
You feel like you’re “kind of” playing.
Never confident.
3. Treating the Oud Like a Western Instrument
The Oud requires:
• Precise right-hand mechanics
• Relaxed but intentional left-hand positioning
• Control of microtones
• Rhythmic articulation
• Ornamentation rooted in tradition
These are not optional details.
They are the foundation.
And without a foundation, everything feels unstable.
After making all these mistakes myself, I realized this:
The Real Problem
Information about the Oud is fragmented, inconsistent, and often in different languages.
Beginners don’t need more inspiration.
They need structure.
They need clarity.
They need a roadmap.
That’s why I built one.
Introducing
the Oud Foundation Program
A complete beginner-to-intermediate system that gives you:
- Correct posture from day one
- Clear right-hand mechanics
- Confident microtone control
- Strong tremolo
- Accurate intonation
- Foundational maqam understanding
- Real repertoire
All in one organized path.
No guesswork.
No contradiction.
No wasted years.
What You’ll Master Inside
Proper Oud & Risha Technique
So the instrument stays stable, your body stays relaxed, and your tone immediately improves.
Tuning Without Stress
Understand peg control, string relationships, and common tunings — so tuning stops being a 20-minute ritual.
Microtones Made Practical
Clear positioning methods that eliminate the fear of fretless playing.
You won’t “hope” you're in tune.
You’ll know.
Tremolo & Right-Hand Power
Develop strength, endurance, and control — without tension.
Full Fingerboard Control
Move up and down the neck gracefully with accurate intonation.
Essential Repertoire
Learn classics like:
- Lamma Bada Yatathanna
- Zorouni (Fairuz)
- Bint El Shalabiya
And more — so you’re not just practicing exercises.
You’re making music.
This Is Not Random Lessons
This is structured progression. Each lesson builds on the last. Each exercise has a purpose.
Each technique connects to real music.
By the end, you won’t just “know some Oud.”
You’ll feel grounded in it.
Who This Is For
✔ Complete beginners
✔ Guitarists transitioning to Oud
✔ Self-taught players who feel stuck
✔ Players confused about microtones
✔ Anyone tired of guessing
No prior music theory required.
You’ll even learn basic notation as it applies to Oud.
What Changes When You Have a Foundation
You sit down to practice — and you know exactly what to work on.
You tune quickly.
Your tremolo sounds robust, stable, and rich.
Your intonation feels controlled.
You stop wondering if you’re “doing it wrong.”
And eventually…
Your family asks you to bring the Oud to gatherings.
People listen.
People move.
People dance.
And you realize:
You’re not faking it anymore.
You’re playing.
Imagine This
This weekend:
You finally understand how to hold the Oud properly.
No slipping. No pain.
Within a few weeks:
You’re playing your first full piece with confidence.
Within a few months:
You understand maqam basics.
You can explore simple taqsim.
You feel musical — not mechanical.
The Oud stops feeling foreign.
It feels like YOURS.
The Difference Between Those Who Quit and Those Who Progress
It’s not talent.
It’s not culture.
It’s not background.
It’s guidance.
The Oud Foundation Program gives you the foundation I wish I had on day one.
So you don’t waste three years figuring out what should have been clear in three months.
PICK A LEVEL OR BUNDLE & JOIN NOW
Oud Foundation I
Completely new to music and the Oud? Start here.
With Oud Foundation Level 1, you will be able to...
- Learn all the basics of the Oud - properly hold the Oud and risha, tune your Oud, find notes on the fingerboard
- Play Western music on the Oud
- Learn how to read music notation and how to use a metronome in your practice
- Learn the tremolo technique and develop a strong strumming hand
Oud Foundation II
Ready to experience Middle Eastern music?
With Oud Foundation Level 2, you will be able to...
- Play Arabic music on the Oud - get exposed to 8 basic maqams and common rhythms
- Play microtonal music on the Oud
- Learn well-known tunes everybody knows like Salouny an-Nas (Fairuz), Dulab Rast, Bint al Shalibiya and more!
Oud Foundation III
Let's get technical and precise! Learn authentic middle eastern tunes with ornaments and embellishments.
With Oud Foundation Level 3, you will be able to...
- Play more famous songs from different Oud cultures like Lamma Badda, Zorouni (Fairuz), Sirto Nakriz, Aziz Joon and more!
- Play ornaments and embellishments that makes you sound like a professional
- Play cool middle eastern rhythms like 7/8’s and 10/8’s
Oud Foundation IV
Get ready to move onto the next stage. Enter the world of maqams and modulation while developing your technical skills.
With Oud Foundation Level 4, you will be able to...
- Play at an intermediate level
- Start playing your first improvised Oud solo (taqsim)
- Learn modulations between different maqams
- Play the most fun instrumental music in Arabic and Turkish repertoire like Samai Bayati Al Aryan, Samai Hijaz by Mohammed Abdo, and Samai Nahawand by Mesut Cemil Bay
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Ultimate Oud Learning bundle
Your path has been set out for you.
Learn all the foundation techniques with the Foundation Program Levels 1 - 4 and then learn essential Arabic repertoire with Easy Oud Songs Vol 1 & 2.
$397
Oud Foundation I - IV
Want to fast track your Oud progress and start playing tunes?
Join the entire series now, save money, and simply focus on learning! Start as a bare beginner and complete the program as an intermediate level, well-rounded Oudist.
Regular: $276 → Special: $239 (Save $37!)
Oud Foundation I & II
Are you a bare beginner who's ready to dive in?
This is a great package for you to build a solid foundation to becoming a well-rounded Oud player!
Regular: $138 → Special: $129
Oud Foundation III & IV
Are you ready to get beyond the beginner phrase?
This is a great package for you to develop more advanced ornamentation techniques like trills and muting that make your playing sound robust, master more maqams and complicated rhythms such as 7/8, and 10/8, and build confidence to play more famous tunes!
Regular: $138 → Special: $129
What People Are Saying
"TO TAKE THE OUD WHERE NO OUD HAS GONE BEFORE…As a musician, performer, and recording artist for the last 20 years, Navid Goldrick knows exactly what you’re up against as it relates to learning to play and enjoy the oud. Visit oudforguitarists.com and begin learning. For anyone wanting to explore this instrument, Navid is an exceptional player and professional guide with first-rate material and communication."
- Rik Jonna
"The Oud For Guitarists program is amazing. If you are a beginner or struggling in learning oud it is a must. I purchased (yes purchased, this is not a paid endorsement) OFG a few weeks ago and the concepts are finally making sense. I was taught Western music all my life so this program was greatly needed, especially since there are no teachers near me. When I am more comfortable in my playing I will purchase the Step-by-Step Taqasim. Thank you Navid for this great teaching aid!"
-Roni Zulu, www.ronizulu.com
"As a guitar player looking to learn the oud, these lessons are a great help! Patient and thorough, Navid offers insights into every aspect of oud playing. From the anatomy of the instrument to the complexities and nuances of middle-eastern music, Navid opens the doors for us and guides us knowingly through to the realm of understanding. "
- André Hopfner
Is Oud Foundation Program for me?
"I don't play Guitar, can I still use your program?"
The Oud Foundation Program is for everyone. The Oud Foundation Program helps you learn Oud from the ground... up!
"I'm an advanced Guitar player, and have been playing stringed instruments for ages… is the Foundation Program really right for me?”
The Foundation Program was made just for you. Instead of aimlessly guessing how to play, you’ll have the basics so you can skip the mystery and get to the fun stuff.
"How long does it take to see results?"
Everybody is different, so everyone learns at a different pace. You should be able to progress through 1 module every 2 weeks if you practice at least 30 mins per day. It may take longer if you don't have that much time to practice.
“I’ve never played an instrument before, and I don’t know how to read music.”
The Foundation Program includes some basic instruction on music notation, and teaches you as though you’ve never held an Oud before. It starts easy and gets progressively more challenging so you can work at your own pace.
“I don’t have the time right now.”
Once you join, the Foundation Program is yours for life. You can access these lessons and download them anytime. If you're busy right now, start slowly or come back to the course when you are ready.
The whole point of the Foundation Program is to save you time in the future. You’ve got the whole basis for Oud playing in one place.
“Couldn’t I find this for free on YouTube?”
You might be able to find comparable free material elsewhere, but it’s going to be difficult to find all in one go. That’s why we’ve packaged everything you need in one place, so you can get started right away.
"What if it doesn’t work for me?"
We always offer a 60 day money-back guarantee in case you are not happy with the course contents.
"Seems too expensive...."
Okay, let's have a look at what you'll gain from this program:
- Learning materials that are worth about 12 months of private one-on-one lessons.
- Step-by-step, systematic instructions to help you start playing the Oud authentically.
- Lifetime access to the entire program (and any future updates to the program).
...and more!
12 months of private lessons alone will cost you anywhere from $1500 and up in today's market. You save over $1300 with this bundle.
Got any other questions? Not sure which level to start at?
Feel free to email me at support@oudforguitarists.com.
60-day money back guarantee!
Let us take the risk off your shoulders. I'm confident that you will have a much deeper understanding of this instrument and develop your techniques faster with the effective exercises and the clear instructions.
But if you feel you didn't learn anything from the Oud for Guitarists Foundation Program, email us within 60 days of your purchase, and we will refund every penny immediately.
Imagine getting a satisfying practice and seeing improvements in your fingering and tremolo.
For the price of 3 or less private lessons, it'll be yours.
"Oud for Guitarists has one of the best ways of teaching I have come across; the multiple views of the fretboard really helped me out. I had searched the internet all over and found many so called lessons, but none like these. Not only do they put the oud in a simpler format, but they also don't just say hey I'm good watch what I do."
- Zachariah Luhman
"Well filmed, clear and excellent start to learn for sure. Good explanation of those infamous quartertones. Lots of good advice."
- Andre Thibault
BUNDLE & SAVE
PACKAGE DEALS
Foundation I & II
Get everything included in Foundation I and II.
A perfect way to start your Oud training with a solid foundation.
Foundation III & IV
Get everything included in Foundation III and IV.
A perfect way to develop more advanced ornamentation techniques, master more maqams and complicated rhythms such as 7/8, and 10/8, and build confidence to play more famous tunes!
Foundation I-IV
Get everything the Oud Foundation Program has to offer!
Join the entire program series now, save money, and simply focus on learning and progressing! Start as a bare beginner and complete the program as an intermediate level, well-rounded Oudist.
