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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.

• Field recording ethics and musicality
• Harmonic patience, modal drones and slow turns
• Long‑form structure for focus and calm
• Writing with texture: pads, tape loops, and granular beds
• Mastering quiet music that still translates
• Titles and liner notes that frame the feeling

• Composers and producers making spacious, thoughtful sound worlds

• Long‑form arrangement stencils
• Field recording checklist
• Low‑level mastering guide
• Texture recipe cards