Duduk Lesson 1- How to Prepare the Duduk to Play

[@DSlyde]

I discovered the duduk through its use in the Avatar the Last Airbender score rather than through any personal or cultural connection, and I just have to say your tutorials are both beautifully produced and clear for someone without any of that context. Easily earned a like and a comment. Thank you.

[@dennista42069]

I learned about the duduk throigh Avatar aswell and I developed an interest in ancient and oriental instruments.

[@Kodokushi23]

You are a very likeable and friendly person. And I admire your musicality. Thank you for your channel and the well-conducted lessons. Thank you very much and all the best

[@lusin23]

Armenian duduk melody 🤌🏻🇦🇲🇦🇲 it's magical ❤️‍🔥✨

[@Aaron-xr9sh]

The « spring » background from Komitas in the introductory is done beautifully.

[@johnkuo3614]

Thank you so much, This video is really usefull, I bought a DUDUK from Armenia and dont know who to play until see this video.

[@AnDitaLee]

My goodness I am grateful you exist. TY🙏🏻

[@NELSONEDGARDOAUGUSTOSORIA]

Hola! Soy de Argentina. Estoy muy ansioso de aprender a tocar este instrumento que en unas semanas me estaría llegando... Compré un Duduk en la tonalidad de A original de Armenia.

[@americanarmenian8182]

You’re the best! Thank you for teaching us about the wonderful Armenian duduk!!

[@anouksurmenian4257]

Lesson one : make yourself a cup of coffee 😁

[@Skyflying59]

No first make Tatik a cup of coffee

[@gavidan6434]

Lol watching this while drinking my coffe

[@shamaniclighthealingsound11]

Than I can play even less, regards from armenianhome

[@carlesportella3582]

The best teacher with the best love

Hugs to my great student!

[@SamueleZara]

The Duduk instrument was calling me for a while when finally months ago I took the decision to undertake the marvellous and enlightening journey of studying this wonderful instrument. I looked online and I found Canberk's videos. His way of speaking, and teaching, the way he conveys the knowledge embedded with a deep sense of respect and spirituality for music and for the Duduk itself inspired me deeply. He truly transmits everything beautiful and profound about the Duduk and its ancient traditions. I've asked him for advice through email, about which instrument should I have bought and other advice, and he has always been supportive, guiding me unconditionally even before starting my study. This is the kind of attitude that is the distinction of every great master and great human being. Now that I have my first Duduk, thanks even to him, I'm deeply grateful for his support and the profound love for Art and Music that he's capable to convey. I truly recommend him to everyone who wants to study Duduk. 🙏

Dear Samuele, Thank you for your kind words! I am really happy to hear that to meet you! All the best!

[@AnDitaLee]

Please can you share what you learned about selecting your first instrument? Thanks. ❤

[@poposisa]

Hi Im from Mexico, I bought a duduk online and now im trying to learn :) really nice instrument

[@77MyEsha]

I am a Native American flute player, and have only recently discovered the Duduk. I suspect it is a great deal harder to play than the NAF, but I am seriously considering getting one, as I love the sound so much! your videos have sparked my interest even more, so thank you for these.

[@elieli2717]

I also play the NAF and am looking at getting a Duduk did you ever get your hands one?

[@almanac520]

buy a good one ($200+) with good reeds

[@chaimsimpson3836]

I live in Bulgaria, not too far from Turkey. I can't remember exactly how I came to hear Duduk music firstly but I found a great fondness in hearing it. I like often to listen to Duduk music but now I feel it's the right time to learn to play it myself. The time and place is right and the spirit is right. I used to play guitar, badly, but the thought of creating music on the Duduk of my own thoughts feels nice.

[@paweyow]

I've had this instrument for a long time, but I got discouraged because I made the mistake of trying to discover this instrument on my own. Watching your videos, I realized that I was missing the very simple things, the basics... thank you a thousand times over for giving me back the desire to play this instrument...

[@akbarbaboli5447]

Thank you for sharing. To be honest your 3 lessons I’ve seen on KZbin were the best basic learning I have seen on KZbin. I just bought my first duduk and began to learn how to play duduk as I have done with violin and Santoor(an Iranian instrument). I know this post is few years old but hoping you are doing well. Thank you again and hope to see you again soon with new lessons. Thanks👏👏👏🙏🙏🙏

[@uncut119]

I have just orderd my first Duduk, i have never played an instrument before, I was called by the duduk, it speaks to my soul. I would love online training good sir, love and light from australia

[@gor_68]

The first song on the background is Komitas - Garun e (it’s spring). Komitas was a Turkey-born Armenian. Amazing Artist!

[@alyamini111]

Hello from Iran ,Im living in China and I can play the piano ,electric guitar ,clarinet,Saxophone and a bit of drum ,these years because Im far away from my motherland Im more into our culture ,the Duduk or Balaban is one of the Important instruments in Azeri ,Armenian ,Turkish ,Kurdish and it’s very deeply linked to our culture and I provide one and I tried to play and I could play the scale and a simple melody that I heard but it was just a very basic ,Im happy to see you ,thank you ,hope I can learn something here

[@nathando86]

It is so relaxing to listen to you, you look smiling, calm and full of grace. Have a nice wintertime and thank you!

[@nickthorne5872]

This is a beautiful tutorial. I'm excited to finish it, and I don't even have a Duduk. Very well done, on all points. I love the way you speak. I want to buy a Duduk soon hopefully. Subscribed.

Thank you, Nick! Be careful when you choose the duduk. Research the brand or the maker or write an email to [e-mail] for my recommendation.

[@yosoysoloyo4024]

My wife brought me this beautiful instrument from her last trip to Russia. I am thankful for her thoughtfulness, and I truly appreciate your channel.

[@eahp13]

I feel like I've finally found my duduk master. But also to a great soul friend. Thank you!

[@nickpatten5263]

Brilliant. Clearly presented and very informative. I have recently purchesed a Duduk and learnt more in this video than I had so far elsewhere. Thank you Canberk Ulas.

[@allenquartermane6134]

Hey there, greetings from the deep south here in the states. I just got my Duduk, and soooo glad you are here to help me out with it. I do play the Irish tin whistle, but found this to be so haunting in sound and my love of your music has brought me here! I am of gypsy blood line and maybe thats why I am so drawn to it and have been for many years. I play 12 instruments and write instrumental music by ear as well as record various instruments for artists here and in other parts of the world. I can't wait to go through all your videos. Once again thank you so much.

[@beatusqui]

I plan to learn the duduk and have played tin whistle for 44 years. Will playing the tin whistle make the duduk easier to learn?

[@allenquartermane6134]

@@beatusqui I also play tin whistle and I found the Duduk more of a challenge, but if you stick with it it's great instrument!

[@beatusqui]

@@allenquartermane6134 Thanks!

[@outlier1417]

Mr. Ulas, you are amazing. I am in awe of everything about you. This video has pulled me out of a very bad day. I can't wait to watch more and hopefully learn more. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and culture. Thank you so much.

Thank you! I am happy to hear that this video pulled you out of a bad day.

[@thephoenixrising11]

I just received my duduk this evening after a long wait! Now I find you! I can feel your.warmth and kindness, thank you xo

[@azaharadesumatra9650]

hola, donde pediste un duduk?

[@thephoenixrising11]

I bought it through amazon, seller was Handcraftoria but they are out of stock now. This one is the same www.amazon.ca/dp/B01M08RVB7/ref=dp_prsubs_2

[@alannunez]

These videos are great! I’m an elementary school music teacher and our students are learning about Armenian vocal music. I bought an inexpensive duduk so that I could show them this beautiful instrument and play a little. Thanks for being a great instructor.

[@jonathanlanning832]

Absolutely love your channel and your lessons! You have such a calming voice and kind heart

[@suatyesiltepe381]

sevgili canberk ben suat hoca...seni sevdiğin işi yaparken görmek çok güzel.....gözlerinden öpüyorum

[@cymbidiumm]

Great video. Loved the music in the background. Showing my support!

[@hamounkavir]

You have a beautiful soul dear Canberk. Thanks for teaching.

[@juliensuzuki2221]

Thans sooo much you're amazing teacher !

[@maurogarces7337]

Thank you, Canberk, your lessons are much appreciated. I hold your culture in my heart and with my utmost respect.

[@zanroda7358]

Your English is excellent! Thank you for your careful pronunciation and thank you for sharing the beautiful Dudu with the world.

[@matteotambussi]

I first met duduk sound in "Jenny Wren" by P. McCartney. Love at first... ear. During the lockdown, I used to put on these 4hours long duduk meditation sound videos to calm nerves. eventually I bought one and practicing it. thanks for the tips Ulaş!

[@DSben77]

As a sound engineer I love watching your video, thanks a lot it helps understanding these lovely instruments which became one of my favorite ever. I 'd love to touch one, someday.

[@Pentrimana]

I love your calm and kind way of teaching. This is amazing, thank you!🙏

[@relaxetoi1994]

Merci pour cette première leçon

[@hayric.299]

Yıllardır ilgimi çeken duduk enstrumanının siparişini, sizin videonuzu izlemeden yaklaşık bir saat öncesinden verdim. Tesadüfen denk geldiğim eğitim videonuzun birinci bölümünü hayranlıkla izledim ve diğer bölümleri izlemeye devam edeceğim. Hazırladığınız videolar adeta belgesel tadında... Tebrik ediyorum ve heyecanla ikinci bölüme geçiyorum. Selamlar

[@maunlio]

Thank you so much for your generosity in giving free lessons of this marvelous instrument ❤

[@foxdenham]

Thank you Canberk. That was very clear and comprehensive. Your gentle and obviously enthusiastic nature, makes the process of learning so much more enjoyable.

[@Artary]

I just got my first Duduk yesterday, thank you for your videos and for helping us get an understanding of how to care for and play this beautiful instrument.

[@danmusiceasy]

Great lesson! You're the first person I ever heard mention that the reed has a slope! And I think this just helped me solve my tuning problems. I got my Duduk about 6 months ago I think, and I was never able to get it to sound in tune constantly. I tried for about 40 minutes a day many days with no results. I asked the maker, I asked on forums, but they all said to add more thread or adjust the lip pressure, nobody mentionned the reed slope and the direction of the regulator, so thank you!

Hi Dan! I am happy it helped!

[@ayaz3495]

hocam böyle bir videoyla karşılaşmak beni çok mutlu etti sayenizde duduk alıcam ve bu çok güzel çalgıyı çalıcam

[@karlarno4254]

Hi Canberk, coming from saxophone and clarinet I discovered duduk with the help of your great videos, and a couple of others’. Keep up the good work!!

[@daviddejulio863]

I haven't touched my duduk in years but can't wait to get back into it. Your voice and instructions are so calming. Thank you.

[@laszlogal4027]

Congratulations! Very well understood lesson. Thank you very much.

[@beedinorrproductions7262]

Hi! Greetings from Greece! I just bought a Duduk and i want to tell you a big THANKS for being so helpfull!

[@avilpennmysticaande]

Just started this course. Thank you so much!

[@akilpandiyan461]

I am a youtuber as well as multi musician from Tamil Nadu India. I got my new duduk recently. your lessons are so interesting. update more lessons. thank you

[@AlanCapriles1]

Thank you very much from Brazil! My Duduk in A arrived today. I will follow your classes. I think the sound of this instrument is very beautiful. Transmits a lot of peace.

[@zecarlosamaral]

Olá. Recebi meu duduk recentemente tambem. Vamos trocando experiencias?

[@psycheedelnic8432]

Tank you for your sharing and the tone of your presentation.😊

[@OMARALI-bo9qb]

Thank you for your time, I will keep watching your videos.

[@ritastern1680]

Thank you, you explain things really well and at a nice pace.

[@JRBecraftMPH]

Yes, a classy informative presentation,

[@Ramshackled17]

So beautiful music. Thank you!!!

[@latinoenturquia8486]

I listed May / Duduk 2 weeks ago, and since then, I have been creazy for having 1 in my hands to start playing

[@mackenziebrown2490]

Thank you for taking the time to teach us, I am about to buy my first Duduk Im so excited to start! Keep up the wonderful work!

[@duandelamata9762]

Amazing duduk player and amazing person ! respect maestro ! 😇😇

Thank you, my friend! Greetings!

[@markvans4047]

Thank you very much for your kind and clear explanation. It was very helpful to me since I had no idea what to do with my duduk

[@JG-jj3ix]

This lesson is very helpful to begin. Many thanks

[@esmewitch]

Thank you. I have just bought a duduk after listening to music from this amazing instrument for a few months. It arrived just two days ago and I am very excited to learn proper techniques from the very start. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

[@BOSNIMFBOSNIMF]

KZbin proposed to listen to outsider @ victoria oslo; now I want to learn to play duduk. This instrument sounds amazing, as well as you playing and explaining how to play it. I might look up where I can find one, Im from Belgium, thank you for these lessons!

Thank you! I can help you to buy a good duduk if you write an email to me. [e-mail] Best.

[@irongollem]

Brilliant instrument. Came here through dune soundtrack. You seem like a very relaxed and patience teacher.

[@Yanto-Bardic]

Thank you Canberk your advice and demonstrations are Invaluable, I am so tempted to buy and learn to play the Duduk as I love the sound. Btw you play Beautifully.

[@deryaaba9393]

Acayıp sempatik ve sevimlisiniz! 👍👍👍👍👍 En sevdiğim INSAN'ın iç güzelliği dışa vurması Allah daima yardımcımız olsun✌️

[@chaiwootg]

You’re the best! Thank you for teaching us.

[@christophk.mansfeld8528]

Starting with today I became a duduk lover. What an incredible sound! I guess I have to buy one and learn to play it. Thank you for your tutorial!

[@brianphillips1864]

Well chummer...I have LOVED that whistle ya'all play since I heard it on a Peter Gabriel joint but figured I'd never have an info source. Good to be wrong. Time to get me an Armenian love whistle. Yee haw.

[@orpon22]

Beautiful tutorial.....Love from Bangladesh.

[@wolvencreator8585]

This is so relaxing. 🥰

[@Vanderzeil_05]

I am getting a duduk in a few days time. This will really help, thank you very much. Very helpful tips.

[@kikikaakau-delizo8152]

I love how you explain preparation so well and thoroughly! I'm thinking of learning the duduk, even though I'm 61 so your explanations are very important for me to decide if I want to learn this beautiful instrument.

[@amirabbasnasirshoaibi2509]

I willllll buyyy one and learnnnn,,, thanks❤️❤️ sounds like nature

[@wisedragon3684]

Love the exactment of your instruction! Easy to follow. Thank you

[@BlessedForever888]

Thank you! I have had a fascination with this instrument for many years. You have demystified so much about it!

[@kevintheblacksmith]

I really love the sound of the Duduk . I want to learn to play one soon

[@dennista42069]

Thank you so much for these videos!😀

[@kyliebarnes9986]

I first heard the duduk years ago in one of Yannis performances and absolutely loved its sound. I don’t play any instruments, an Aussie mum of 4 kids and this year I have decided I want to learn how to play the duduk!! I feel kind of silly, but hey why not??!! I just discovered your videos this morning and they are beautiful and have given me courage to pursue my goal of learning how to play. Now for the tricky part…where do I purchase a duduk from?? I look forward to learning from your videos. Thank you!

[@alessandrajouberteix4663]

I am feel so enthusiastic about your lessons! Thank you. I have a duduk (not 100% sure.. mine has 8 holes on the top and 2 holes at the bottom) yet I do not have the reed and not sure where to buy it or what type. I will continue watching, maybe you talk about it in one of your videos. Thank you for sharing your knowledge

[@ASPERTIARRAZOLA]

Muchas gracias desde México, thank you very much

[@MachiavelliNZ]

Very helpful, thank you. I plan on buying a duduk because they are such hauntingly beautiful instruments. This was very informative! Hopefully I won't screw it up now haha :)

[@emredogan7503]

Duduk is a really unique instrument and it always awakens special feelings on me. Thank you for providing duduk lessons here Canberk, I think it is really valuable resource for people who are interested to play it. Looking forward to the next videos!

Thank you Emre!

[@leoagraf]

Thank you so much for this nice explanation

[@guidofaria6721]

You have such a lovely voice.

Maşallah kardeşim yolun bahtın açık olsun inşallah

[@nancydevlin65]

Thank you, I'll be following you. Hopefully my duduks (A standard and C chromatic) will arrive today or tomorrow and I'm looking forward to learning to play them!

[@Playback007able]

thank you for teaching the duduk and for producing and publishing your wonderful lessons here.

[@ghaushahinfinity4910]

Subscribed! I am planning to start playing the Duduk. Your English is good too.

[@tysmith8209]

Look, I do not like my chances. I am in my early 20's and used to hitting skins, but I feel confident with your help. Thanks, Canberk!

[@172_]

Thank you for the peaceful ambiance 🙏

[@sthlmss]

Thank you! Looking forward to learning with you

[@sarahspector5294]

You are very endearing. And I'm inspired.

[@pekkanattinen907]

I am very greatful!!

[@nigelmason6722]

great, well explained. Thanks

[@TheNormalUniverse]

Just started watching. Can't wait to watch you videos.

[@jordee7069]

Very nice Instrument. Ancient music. Deep

[@siranushisraelyan9942]

simple.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Duduk

[@fabieng6864]

God bless you.. thanks 😇😇😇

[@genevieveherbaut8095]

I love this!!! I have just discovered the 'Duduk' one minute ago! What a beautiful instrument!!