Oriental keyboard.
The oriental keyboard is a fascinating instrument that blends traditional sounds with modern playing possibilities in a unique way. In oriental keyboard lessons at Music Campus Bielefeld, you'll learn how typical oriental scales, ornaments and rhythms work, and how to play this distinctive sound yourself. The characteristic sound of oriental music is instantly moving and creates a special atmosphere. In oriental keyboard lessons in Bielefeld, you'll get to know well-known melodies from Arabic and Turkish music while also understanding the musical foundations behind them.
Later, you'll be able to accompany freely, improvise and develop your own style. Playing the oriental keyboard trains your ear, finger dexterity and sense of rhythm, and opens up a whole new musical world. At the same time, the oriental keyboard pairs beautifully with modern music. Whether pop, dance or digital music production, the instrument offers plenty of creative ways to combine traditional sounds with modern ones.
Notes between
the keys.
An oriental keyboard can do what a piano cannot: quarter tones. Choose a maqam. The marked keys (♭½) sound about a quarter tone lower, as in Arabic music. In Turkish music these steps are often a little finer still. Play with the mouse or the letters on your keyboard, and add the darbuka.
How your oriental keyboard lessons work.
The first lessons
Keyboard basics, fingering and the special features of oriental keyboards that let you play quarter tones. Your first melodies in typical scales follow quickly.
Over time
Maqams, ornaments and the rhythms of Arabic and Turkish music, plus improvisation and accompanying singers.
For kids and adults
Children can start from age 6. Adults find a direct way into the music they know from family, celebrations and the radio.
Practising at home
A keyboard with a quarter-tone function is ideal; your teacher will help you choose one. Listening regularly sharpens your feel for the in-between notes.
Conveniently located at Jöllenbecker Straße 55, Music Campus Bielefeld offers professional music lessons in singing and all the popular instruments across classical, rock, pop and jazz. With the Bielefeld Philharmonic, concerts at the Rudolf-Oetker-Halle and a lively independent music scene, Bielefeld is an inspiring place for anyone who wants to make music themselves. Our lessons are for children from age 3, teens and adults. You can start without a long wait and will be guided by experienced teachers. A trial lesson is usually possible within a week.
Try it first,
then decide.
At Music Campus Bielefeld you can book a trial lesson with no strings attached. That way you get to know the lessons, our teachers and the atmosphere at your own pace before deciding on regular lessons. What matters to us is that you feel at home and that the lessons fit your personal goals.
Drop by, we have room for you.
Bright teaching rooms, a quiet waiting area with a coffee corner and good instruments: that's what awaits you at Music Campus, Jöllenbecker Straße 55 in Bielefeld.
Buying a keyboard?
From local shops.
If you're looking to buy an instrument, we're happy to help you choose, and we deliberately recommend local music shops in and around Bielefeld. Personal advice, try before you buy, honest tips on accessories, care and sound.
Piano · Grand piano · Keyboard
KempBielefeld · piano makers
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Many of our students get special deals or small perks there. Just ask and we'll point you to the right shop.
Learning oriental keyboard in Bielefeld:
in brief.
The questions we hear most often before someone comes to us for the first time. Yours isn't here? Just drop us a line.
From what age can you take oriental keyboard lessons?
Oriental keyboard lessons at Music Campus Bielefeld are available from age 6. There's no upper age limit. Many of our students are teens and adults who are starting out or coming back after a break.
Do I need my own instrument?
Not for the trial lesson. We'll have an instrument ready for you. For regular lessons, it makes sense to have your own instrument so you can practise at home. We're happy to help you choose and recommend local specialist shops such as Pianohaus Kemp in Bielefeld, which has new and used instruments, digital pianos and rental instruments.
How much do oriental keyboard lessons cost in Bielefeld?
Private lessons start from €82 per month, at 30, 45 or 60 minutes, weekly or by arrangement. If you'd rather not sign a contract, the ME Time prepaid card starts from €36 per lesson (30 minutes). Our office will be happy to give you the details in person. Just call or message us on WhatsApp.
How does the trial lesson work?
You arrange a time by phone, email or WhatsApp. In the trial lesson you meet your teacher, see the rooms, play your first notes and tell us what you'd like to do musically. The trial lesson is free of obligation and commits you to nothing.
What content and styles will I learn?
The focus is on maqams, ornaments, rhythm patterns, improvisation and accompaniment. Style-wise, we play what you like: Arabic music, Turkish music, oriental pop. Beginners and advanced students are equally welcome.
Oriental keyboard is one of 15 lessons on offer at Music Campus Bielefeld, your music school in Bielefeld at Jöllenbecker Straße 55, with instrumental and vocal lessons in classical, rock, pop and jazz, rehearsal rooms and the flexible ME-Time card with no contract.