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I was recently contacted by a couple of Egyptian young guitarists (some professionals, some hobbyists) who thought they want to create a website to help spread the guitar culture in the Arab world. They thought that there was no site online at the moment that taught guitar (classical, rock/metal, flamenco, etc.) in Arabic, allowing better communication with Arab countries. That is why they formed:
This is a website where several guitarists pitch in by creating video lessons (and uploading them onto YouTube) teaching various aspects of guitar from A to Z. I was asked whether I would be interested in providing some flamenco lessons. Considering that access to the lessons is free, and that there is nothing legally-binding about the matter, I took a shot at it. The website's function is basically to organize the lessons being uploaded on YouTube and arrange them in a way where they become logical to follow, and usable as sort of "courses" in a certain aspect of guitar (example: scales, technique, theory, rock, classical guitar, flamenco, etc.). The website will also allow users who enjoy lessons provided by certain teachers to get in touch with those teachers for PAID (affordable, though) online or face-to-face (if the teacher and the student are in the same country/area) lessons.
I just uploaded my first lesson, trying to provide an introduction to flamenco, hoping to clarify concepts, and clear up misconceptions. The lesson is in Arabic, so if anyone understands Arabic, feel free to check it out and give me your feedback. I tried to be as careful as I can to keep things simple and mostly "traditional" so that I don't get stuck or transmit mistakes (considering I'm not Norman or Ricardo).
If any Arabs here are interested to join and provide lessons, please let me know, or go to the website and contact the organizers. All you have to do is record videos lessons in Arabic, and upload them onto YouTube. The organizers will take care of arranging stuff onto the darsguitar.net website. You can always get in touch with them if you would like any modifications to be made.
RE: Trying to make flamenco more acc... (in reply to Florian)
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salam malecum
Take the "m" out from "malecum." Salam Alaykom would look and sound better. Considering you ended up with "male-cum," which is just NOT a great way to salute someone.
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RE: Trying to make flamenco more acc... (in reply to rombsix)
Hey romb yeah do it for the people Check out this guys sight it would be easy copy some ideas. http://www.justinguitar.com/ He is also free and doen it for da people yeah
RE: Trying to make flamenco more acc... (in reply to rombsix)
that's great Ramzi I'm really happy about your progress there it is so nice of you to spread music .. flamenco particularly that way and in Arabic best part I like is when you started talking about Flamenco and Flamingo I hope this turns into a huge investment for you " Mabrook "
RE: Trying to make flamenco more acc... (in reply to rombsix)
GO brother GO. This is the most fantastic organized Arabic lesson Ever, when it come out of the mouth of someone who KNOWS what is he talking about. i'm so happy with that and i wish that your agenda will not stop you making more videos. The middle easy needs people like you. if you will give up being a doctor, i received a fantastic contract opportunity in doha, Qatar for dance accompaniment classes and nights, i leave that for you ,you will rock better than i'm
P.S For all the non Arabic foro users, Ramzi's Arabic lebanese accent is considered the most beautiful spoken Arabic accent for the ears ever
Cheers;)
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RE: Trying to make flamenco more acc... (in reply to estebanana)
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Wow I'm signing up for Maha 's Arabic class for sure........oh my my
You DO know that the name Maha means "wild cow" in Arabic, right? If you're wondering why someone would name another as such, it's because cows were viewed to have very large, dark (and hence beautiful by Arab standards) eyes. Hence the name.
RE: Trying to make flamenco more acc... (in reply to rombsix)
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You DO know that the name Maha means "wild cow" in Arabic, right?
Uh...yeah, of course I knew that! Not interested in tame cows.
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If you're wondering why someone would name another as such, it's because cows were viewed to have very large, dark (and hence beautiful by Arab standards) eyes.
Not just Arab standards. Some of us foreigners have standards too, you know!
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I guess now I'm teaching Arabic per se as well.
That's fine - much as the other Stephen and I appreciate your efforts, you'll understand if our primary teacher of choice is Ms. Wild Cow Eyes
RE: Trying to make flamenco more acc... (in reply to rombsix)
I found this Video about Flamenco in Arabic with English Subtitles. THe nice thing about it is the ARABIC singer is singing exactly like the Spanish one! ENjoy
RE: Trying to make flamenco more acc... (in reply to rombsix)
Very good project ramzi , but famencos arabic need moor traning corse in andalousia , like japon its n:2 in flmenco after spain ; caus artista travail to spain and learn flamenco from his source , i wish flamenco devploped in arabic contry , caus its our story after 800 years in andalousia
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From: Wooli, NSW Australia
RE: Trying to make flamenco more acc... (in reply to rombsix)
Nice clip Romb , bit long in my opinion for Youtube ,I have allways done my triplets with a down stroke using a and m fingers , back to the point , good work ,I got a lot out of a jose tanaka description of alzapua all in Japanese didn't understand a word but his technique related to me I feel your vid did this also so those that can follow you will learn alot . Check out Gabriella now .
Nice clip Romb , bit long in my opinion for Youtube ,I have allways done my triplets with a down stroke using a and m fingers , back to the point , good work ,I got a lot out of a jose tanaka description of alzapua all in Japanese didn't understand a word but his technique related to me I feel your vid did this also so those that can follow you will learn alot . Check out Gabriella now .
Thanks for the feedback, Kevin. I realize the clips are a bit long, but I recorded them that way, and I am currently too busy to record newer, cut-up versions. Perhaps I can later do a clip for two-finger rajeos, a clip for three-finger rajeos, etc.
I'm glad you enjoyed the video and found it useful.
About Gabriella: I'm surprised that woman still has five fingers on her right hand. In my eyes, all she seems to do is triplets and golpes with the bony parts of her fingers, and not very often with her nails. I hope she doesn't get any injuries in the future. Ouch!
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Check out this guys sight it would be easy copy some ideas. 
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