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Compose within the Shashmaqam tradition with respect and clarity. Understand maqom structures, melodic paths, and rhythmic cycles. Shape vocal lines that honor ornament and text. Arrange dutar, tanbur, nay, and frame drums with space for breath and devotion.

• Maqom overviews and characteristic motifs
• Usul rhythm guides with hand pattern notation
• Text setting for poetry and classical diction
• Call and response forms for solo and ensemble
• Recording approaches for authentic room tone

You get: Reference charts, practice ladders, pronunciation help, and ensemble seating plans. Outcome: Works that honor lineage and communicate beautifully.

Raw feeling meets craft. How to Write Regional Mexican Songs shows you how to turn ideas into lyrics that land live and on record, story details, confident mixes baked in. The goal: repeatable songs that feel true and travel. You will learn

• Melody writing that respects your range
• Revisions that keep truth and drop filler
• Simple release plans you’ll actually follow
• Turning messy feelings into singable lines
• Imagery and objects that beat vague angst
• Structures that carry emotion without padding
• Artists who want repeatable, pro‑feeling results without losing soul
What you get
• Troubleshooting guides
• Templates
• Tone sliders
• Prompt decks