Duduk Lesson 2 - Breathing and Blowing on the Duduk

[@czak11blind11]

I've got my first Duduk today. Let's start our journey master!

[@FEMACUBE]

Very nice pronunciation with English! I am a native speaker and it is very easy to understand your English. Anyways, the duduk is very interesting and I love Asia Minor and Middle Eastern culture!

[@markfilippone3845]

My Dearest Brother Canberk, GOD bless and keep you. Your Duduk instructional videos are a blessing to us. I have a question. Is there any significant difference between a US$97 duduk versus a $250 “professional” model. What is your suggestion as to the best duduk for me to purchase. I already have several duduks but I have no master teacher to advise me of the quality of the instrument. I am a semiprofessional multi instrumentalist (brass, woodwinds, piano, accordion, violin viola cello Hungarian tarogato, cimbolum, oud, saz and tar and novice on the Qanun and Santur. The ney still haunts me. For some strange reason the LORD literally “dumped” of of this unusual musical ability on me. Somehow I must repay HIM back at least In part in song and music. The Russians and Ukrainians have such beautiful musical traditions. And their Liturgical hymns soar to the Heaven although many of the priests and monks and hierarchy are corrupt. I my self studied to be a priest and I was ready for ordination. But for reasons that no one was able to answer, I was 15 minutes away from ordination when the RUACHHAKODESH/HOLYSPIRIT decided otherwise. The Turks the Kurds the Armenians and Azeris creature such beautiful music from the heart. But satan does not want us to play music of praise together. When we play our music we are praying. In my experience most real musicians are peaceful and have a most positive attitude. You my Brother have that aura of GOD’s glory. However, now that I am no longer wealthy financially but it has been my life’s custom to play on instruments which are “too good for me” as I don’t want the instrument to hold me back. This tendency began after I realized that when playing the Bb clarinet in the seventh grade school band that I was not good enough to “escape” the position of the lowly Third Clarinet. Only at the end of the school year did I come to realize that there was a traumatic chip inside the embouchure of the clarinet mouthpiece, which rendered the entire instrument unplayable. Even Benny Goodman could not play that broken Bundy clarinet. This February I will be 75 years old. I must live to at least the Biblically allowable 120 years to squeeze in minimal learn to optimally perform and more perfectly perfect my musical techniques. But my work as a medical physician curtailed my time. Our music is a Gift from Our LORD GOD. Even King David was a Master Musician and composer. All of the Holy Psalms were set to music. I than our LORD for HIS gift of music to us and to the entire world. Brother Canberk, I detect in your and your character and gentle demeanor and humility that you are a GOOD man with a good Nephesh/Soul. Do not ever cease practicing and sharing your love and passion for the Heavenly gift of music. This music is given to us when he created us out of the dust! May the LORD is shine His Face upon you And May he grant you, your family and your loved ones that peace; that peace that this broken and shattered sinful world cannot give! Again, Thank you Brother.

[@markfilippone3845]

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[@adomaskuzinas2137]

What an inspired comment😅

[@onlyguitar1001]

What a beautiful instrument, you are doing the world a service by making it possible for people everywhere to learn

[@ekspertold]

Thankyou Mr. Canberk for the introduction to start my education on duduk. I am from Finland and I bought a Duduk when visiting Armenia a few years ago. Ever since the instrument has been waiting for me in my store of musical instruments. I am retired from my work now and the rehearsal can start...

[@elisimon3679]

Waiting for the third lesson with respectful anticipation.

Thank you. You can watch the Lesson 3 right now!

[@roslynline5677]

Tried many times to even get one single sound out of the duduk. I easily can get notes out of trompet, digeradoo , French horn etc. theouth piece is fully open,nothing seems to vibrate. O

[@DusanPavlicek78]

4:01 The sound difference with and without inflated cheeks is huge! 😮 I'm not aware of any other KZbin video where there would demonstrate this so clearly. Thank you.

[@TheSoundConnoisseur]

We need to talk about your “Chapters” transitions and over all videography!! Awesome 🔥🔥

[@theminimalwitch6375]

Your advices are amazing. And the aesthetic of your videos is SO satisfying to watch!

[@finn_4044]

Dude has great vibes, makes me want to play this instrument more 👍

[@alizreik5981]

Loving the series, smallah 3alek ♥

[@bohnalexis]

"That's why I can blow... forever" 😎 Haha 😂 great videos, love it. Thanks 🙏

[@aidan_cmbr9829]

I really appreciate this content and the quality of it

[@BedlamBroadcasts]

Thanks, great stuff! I discovered Duduk music some years ago, it stirred something in me that I really have a difficult time explaining. It almost transports you back in time, takes you to a place that feels like a distant home, but also within the music you sense the sorrow and suffering of a tribe or people that you feel connected to, following them on their journey to the presence where you are now - where they remind you that life is brief, yet beautiful. I don't know, that's how I feel when I listen to it. Now I've decided to research more into it, I'd like to learn how to play, but I have sinus issues so I'm hoping that that doesn't become an issue. Thanks again for the lessons and for sharing the beautiful music in your other videos.

[@kirsshee]

Hello from israel. please keep this lessons going

[@excele0]

Free Palestine

[@kirsshee]

Thanks ill take 2 please@@excele0

[@jochenkoehler1467]

Wow, for a very long time I'm looking for a good duduk to have and then of course to play. Since I'm eleven I play 🪈 flute. I hope connecting with you my wish will come true. Jochen

[@duncanthedonut2325]

I’m planning on getting my self a Duduk soon. I play many other instruments; piano, bass guitar, banjo, Native American flute and many others. But I am extremely excited to embark on a new journey! Thank you for being here for me!

[@Oona707]

I play c flute and have always loved the duduk and want to play it...I'm so glad you've posted these! Thank you so much! 💓 I've played with other woodwinds and know about the reeds so the first lesson makes sense. Love these!

[@Niviriagamingandmusic]

Your breathing tutorial is helpful to me as a (silver) flute player as well. The Duduk sounds amazing and soothing. I would love to learn to play with such a sound as yours! Absolutely Beautiful!

[@adelazamora6866]

thank you!!!!!! i recived my duduk today and your videos are a big treasure!!!!!

[@harrywong6999]

thanks teacher. you are brilliant... learning the accurate way is so important .... you are a star!

[@burakaydogdu802]

Good explanations with correlating reasons and results. Hope to see more from you dear master

[@marcusthedreamer6490]

Amazing. this is Marcus from China, I'm planning to order a duduk, embark on a new journey.

[@Joseph_Hovsep]

Thank you sir, I was able to get some sound after the lesson

[@sifridbassoon]

wonderful series! I am learning the duduk and it really helps to hear and see a good player! 😁😁

[@charlotte-mg9wj]

Thank you for this! My husband collects musical instruments from around the world. He purchased a Duduk yesterday, and it's the first instrument in his collection that I felt inspired to try and play, lets see how it goes...

[@DanielMontenegro-t8u]

I want to learn dudk now, such a nice sounds and philosophy around it.

[@daru6222]

Sou brasileiro e fiquei encantado com as suas aulas, com a sua forma doce de transmitir o seu conhecimento, obrigado!

[@khalilbasly6452]

Your lessons are so enjoyable! Thank you 🙏🏼

[@victorhugoevren3406]

Ustam derslerin devamini bekliyoruz. Almanyadan selamlar.

[@maunlio]

Thank you very much for your precious advices. How can I breath circularly?

[@otony0o]

You are awesome! thank you good sir!

[@newbelievers3167]

great video !! love your energy and obvious passion for teaching. i look forward to more lessons

[@lividmatter4862]

I found your videos when I was listening to duduk music from Avatar. I really want to learn how to play now. You have a very calming personality.

[@karenhershey2985]

thank you. I cannot wait to receive my duduk and start playing. thank you for providing this instruction.

[@sreejithar8812]

Wow.. diaphragmatic breathing is cool. Thanks Sir

[@tooradforBrad]

Great tutorials, pleasure to watch you.

[@nickpatten5263]

Thank you for another informative video. I am working my way through to learn as much as I can. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.

[@Herschli]

Thank you very much, Canberk, for sharing your skills. I appreciate your open minded, instructive lessons. And I really love the warm atmosphere of your presentation! ***Benno

[@shohrehshakoory8343]

Very much looking forward to see lesson 2 . I have set my reminder :)

[@maximeheberttalbot4505]

Such beautiful videos, presentation, speaking, everything is clear and easy to understand. I ordered my first Duduk after seeing your videos, you have a beautiful soul and your music is truly divine. Thanks again

[@huseyinoenel4605]

Hocam bilgileriniz için çok teşekkür ederim. Çok değerli. Bir zahmet videoları erken yayınlarsanız bizim için iyi olur. Ders 3 hayecanla bekliyorum.

[@nigelmason6722]

excellent advice, thanks

[@timmundorff2354]

I hope you are enjoying the "Dune" music. It is inspiring me to get a duduk and learn. Thank you.

[@gatozarin]

man I love watching your videos even though I still don't have my duduk TToTT

[@agido100]

Hello from Kurdistan, Thank you!

[@paulandreas7955]

hello Canberk, i fell in love with the duduk with your videos. i wanted to know if you had any advices about what brand to buy from, what price is fair for a good duduk many thanks= paul

Dear Paul, I am happy to hear that! I will be happy to inform you if you write an email to me. [e-mail] Best!

[@vinicioalvarado2262]

Thank you very much for sharing, what brand of instrument is recommended to buy to start and what implements should be included

[@daydrmrofficial1966]

Good luck on your journey young padawans.

[@cdhgamer]

Very helpful info, thank you so much!

[@proamin11]

Thank u for the lesson

[@jackocano]

Wonderful Thank you

[@Tira-BombaUY]

I can't wait for the next video ,good job , and thanks from Uruguay

[@ashleyzehrung1770]

Hi I just absolutely love meditating too duduk. I'm starting to become more and more fascinated with this instrument. So I want to buy one but don't know exactly what to buy for sure? Could you give me since of direction on what to by

[@allenquartermane6134]

Your are such a fantastic teacher! already I am playing this wonderful instrument, your teaching is gold to me! Plus your relaxed voice is so calm and nice to listen to, which is important for a student. I have subscribed and having such a joy exploring my new journey!!!! Now, onto lesson #3 hahahahaha........

[@mariegatineau528]

Thank you so much for this lesson, so pro, and nice and clear.... It brings my motivation back to learn this marvelous instrument... (Marie from France)

[@shohrehshakoory8343]

Thank you for uploading this lesson. Very clear explanation and useful technique. Looking forward to see your next lesson too.

[@matthewfudala8627]

Finally got my Duduk after dreaming of one for a few years. I first heard the Duduk while listening to Battlestar Galactica's soundtrack. The song "Kobol's Last Gleaming" has the Duduk playing. It took me a while to find the name of the instrument, but I am glad I did. Amazing tutorials, and keep up the good work! Can't wait to see what else you have planned! :D

[@adamgulley1399]

Where did u get yours from , are u in the US?

[@matthewfudala8627]

@@adamgulley1399 I was born in the US but actually live in Poland. I ordered it on Etsy from a small shop in Armenia.

[@adamgulley1399]

@@matthewfudala8627 how long was the shipping?

[@matthewfudala8627]

@@adamgulley1399 over a month. They had to make it first. If you check on etsy.com you can find several shops selling them.

[@adamgulley1399]

@@matthewfudala8627 Yes, I bought mine from spirit voice shop located in armenia , I'm so excited

[@javlonkhojiev8531]

You r Krasavchik 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@MA-zy4ir]

Thank you ❤

[@gaylordclapisson8864]

J'ai beaucoup aimé ta présentation du doudouk leçon 1 soustitrée en français. Pourquoi les autres de le sont pas ? Dommage.......

[@j.javiertejadaponce6967]

Thanks for this usefull and cinema quality video. Amazing.

[@mathemathe]

Thank You for Your wonderful help! I’m waiting for more lessons!

[@alpkocak1828]

Cok tesekkürler! Siradaki dersi merakla bekliyoruz

[@emilsurfer]

Great lessons! Thank you, I hope you are doing well and keep going soon for the lessons, is a good help for many people learning duduk on their house in this pandemic situation.

Thank you! I will continue soon!

[@efelerinali]

İşten gelir gelmez ilk işim videoyu izlemek oldu hocam teşekkür ederim emeğinize sağlık videoları paylaşma aralığı uzun biraz sizden ricam daha kısa sürelerde paylaşım yapmanız. Diğer paylaşımınızı sabırsızlıkla bekliyorum selamlar 🙋‍♂️🌺

[@adrianoruperto1354]

Please continue with these lessons. Are awesome!

[@ArtemMalkhasyan]

Great video course! Thank you! Could you advise some playlist to listen duduk a cappella?

[@RawVeganDancerVeraKundalini]

Thank you very much 🎶🌸🎶

[@adrianwalter1119]

Thank you so much for your instructions. I am very interested in this instrument. I love the sound. Could you please inform me on which duduk and in what key I should buy?

Please write me an email: [e-mail]

[@GabuscusBrother]

Love your videos man thank you so much!

[@evievolition9108]

Thank you for these! 👏 Your explanations have helped me so much!

[@danielalfoldi1]

Which tune of Duduk would you recommend to purchase for the first time? Higher or lower pitch? Something in between?

[@BeesWaxMinder]

Do you have any recommendations on what to look for in a new instrument especially for those of us, who are in Europe or America and don’t necessarily have a good selection, please? In short, what to look for in new instruments? What would make one instrument more expensive than the other? What would make an instrument easier or more suitable for a beginner than another? Many thanks!

[@tzenidamigou7071]

I heard the devine duduk during the lock down! The sound is magical for me!!! I felt in love! I realised that i've heard duduk in Gabriel's music, but i knew nothing about this instrument. I'm thinking seriously to buy one. I live in Greece and it's not easy yo find a variety of such instruments or methods to play. Do you believe that it will be possible to learn a little watching videos in KZbin?

Hi! I answered this question in Lesson 1. I hope it helps. All the best.

[@brockdodrill257]

if you really like a journey, we have an amazing spiritual plant medicine retreat....but thankyou so much for your time with such a sacred instrument.

[@stellaeecuk]

Beautiful tone of Duduk. Please let me know which Key it is. Do you also sell them?

[@mohammadammar3550]

Thank you

[@pishyenaz]

Please keep these lessons going

[@nestorflor8856]

Great job! I can’t wait to see the next lesson!

[@martin5780ify]

Bonjour 👋 je suis débutant. Et il y a quelque chose que je ne comprends pas. Quand commence à jouer, le son est bon. Mais souvent au bout de quelques gammes, il n’y a plus de son du tout. Comme si mon duduk était bouché.❓❓❓Alors j’attends un peu. Puis la même chose se reproduit. Pourriez-vous m’éclairer. Cela vient-il de moi ou de la hanche❓merci pour tous vos partages. J’aime beaucoup cet instrument. J’aimerais bien vous voir jouer en concert. Vous produisez vous en France❓encore merci 👋

[@alessandrajouberteix4663]

Would you please suggest where to buy the reed?

[@spacebar77]

Nicely done sir

[@etyrnal]

is there such thing as a duduk that could play along with C minor? As far as the 'drone' etc?

[@brepastor4537]

Do the reeds come in fiber cane , or plastic? I cant handle the wood in my mouth. Its like nails down a chalk board.

[@Maximus92400]

Great video. The only problem is that there is only 2 tuturial. I hope more are coming soon. Do you plane to teach some sound?

[@fabiangiovannetti5785]

Instrumento lindo

[@georgeharman996]

We’re can I buy the reed I am in UK THANKS

[@blackmath9718]

thank you so much for your lessons .i i love to play Duduk and i baught 2 of them from Turkye but i couldnt generat a sound from them . i think may be they werent with good qualite .can you duid me how and where can i bu or order a good one please ?

Hi! I will be happy to give you a recommendation if you write an email to [e-mail] :)

[@blackmath9718]

@ very nice of you

[@vasilisnoir7906]

More lessons please!

[@tic2datocshorts]

What's a good Duduk to buy for an experienced woodwind player? So many options on Amazon.

Tic Toc Productions The answer is too long and this question is important. I can make a video about it.

[@Luqueeeeeeeee]

@ I'm interest about the answer of this question. Based on my research MKS, nurwind and vamelo duduks are the best, but the information that i found is scarce. I would really appreciate your insights about what duduks are good to buy, since i want to buy a duduk to start playing

[@metalheart16]

teşekkür ederim, öğretmenim!

[@chelseacarter58]

I have been obsessed with this instrument since the movie gladiator came out but never thought I could learn it! (Even being a concert level pianist and violinist and can play a didgeridoo) do you have a recommendation on where one could buy a good instrument? Thank you! Following!

Hi! Yes, you can write an email to me then I will give you my recommendation. [e-mail] Best!

[@nightspicer]

I finally got answer to why people inflate the cheeks while playing duduk. Thank you ☺️

[@msboyd13]

Thanks a lot for these videos. I received a duduk as a present a couple of years ago. I haven't played it and I have noticed that the reed doesn't open very well. For any sound to come out I need to hold the sides (I play clarinet by the way). I soaked the reed in water for a couple minutes but the opening still seems too closed. What should I do to make the opening wider without over-soaking it? Thanks again.

Wetting it in the mouth is the best but if it is too slow, you can wet it with a cup of warm water. But you should be careful. don’t let it open too much.

[@msboyd13]

@ thanks for the quick response. I look forward to number 4!

[@broonzland7876]

hello mr. ulas , I discovered the Duduk for the first time by Peter Gabriel. I really like this sound. I am waiting for my Armenian duduk from Theodore company Do you know? I will follow you I really like your videos. i will contact you as soon as needed.Thank you very much. Bruno from Canada, Qc, Montreal

Hi Bruno, thank you! I don’t know this company. I hope it is good. Please feel free to contact with me when you needed.

[@broonzland7876]

@ thank you Canberk!

@@broonzland7876 You are welcome.

[@chero_ray]

Sir when you dropping your next lesson? Cant wait 💯🔥

Coming soon!

[@uncut119]

I love your videos good sir. What key or type of duduk produces the most deep and haunting sound? I will be using it for meditation. Gratitude 🙏

Thank you! I like and prefer mostly key of A duduk. It is the most common and original size. It would sound great for meditative music as well! All the best!

[@danmusiceasy]

Thanks for continuing with the lessons. I look forward to the next ones and hearing your advice about intonation and playing in tune. I have a question about this... I have a pretty good Duduk and I've been trying for a long time to play in tune (I check the notes with a tuner), but it's always too high. Lately, I added some thread to the reed and somehow, I managed to play in tune for the lower notes (A to E). It's an A Duduk. But from F# and higher, the notes are almost a semitone too high no matter what I try. I inflate the cheeks and I try to use as little pressure as possible. As soon as I put the Parda or briddle on, no matter how little I push it, the F# sounds almost as G. I cover the holes below and lift only the finger I am supposed to (but I only play with 6 fingers for the moment). I don't want to give up on the Duduk but I'm running out of ideas.

Hi Dan, reeds are variable. It can get higher and lower sometimes, don't worry. If the duduk totally higher, you need to tune it. It is difficult to know the problem without seeing the duduk but if there is an intonation issue only in several notes, it can be caused by an improper reed for the body or a wrong placed and too small regulator. Or maybe the body is not tuned. Also, there is not a standart; if you bought the reed and the duduk from different makers, it can be a reason a well.

[@danmusiceasy]

@ Thans! If the regulator has a problem, what can I do about it? Maybe it is too tight... The reed is from the same maker, Ethnictune.com. When I play the reed before it opens too much, the higher notes are in tune, but as soon as I need to put the regulator, the notes from F# and higher become one semitone too high...

[@filser.official]

thanks ♥️