Makam Music Lessons

Makam Music Lessons by Baha Yetkin

Explore the timeless beauty of Turkish Makam music.

Join Baha Yetkin — an acclaimed oud virtuoso, educator, and composer — on a musical journey into the world of Turkish Makam. Whether you're a curious beginner or an experienced musician, these lessons will open the doors to a rich and deeply expressive tradition.

Baha Yetkin has delivered masterclasses and workshops at prestigious institutions including Cambridge University, SOAS University of London, and various private academies, helping students around the world understand the soul of Makam music through practice and intuition.

Two Ways to Learn:

1️⃣ YouTube Series

— A growing collection of free educational videos, designed to introduce the foundations of Makam music.

[Watch Now ➡️] Exploring Makam Music

2️⃣ One-to-One Lessons

— Personalized sessions with Baha Yetkin, tailored to your skill level and musical goals. Learn the character of the makam, each one's melodic structure (called "SEYIR"), and nuances that make Makam music unique.

The price is £60 per session. Every session takes 60min.

Why Study Makam with Baha Yetkin?

• Learn from an artist with deep academic and performance experience.

• Explore the authentic musical language of Turkish classical and folk traditions.

• Improve your ear training, improvisation, and theoretical understanding.

• Whether oud player or vocalist, instrumentalist or composer — open new creative pathways