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Learn to play five captivating ancient Arabic-inspired guitar melodies in this 30-minute instructional video. Master "King of the Sands," "Kingdom of Heaven," "The Desert Prince," "Desert Guard," and "Simoom" through detailed demonstrations and accompanying tablature. Practice the first two pieces using Drop D tuning, while the remaining three utilize standard tuning. Access comprehensive PDF tablature through the creator's Patreon for precise finger positioning and technique guidance. Build your repertoire of Middle Eastern-influenced guitar compositions while developing skills in alternate tunings and melodic interpretation. Follow along with timestamped sections for each piece, allowing you to focus on individual melodies or practice the complete collection as part of an ongoing series exploring Arabic musical traditions adapted for classical guitar.
Syllabus
1. 0:00 KING OF THE SANDS - https://youtu.be/mo-juCIsN30
2. 05:28 KINGDOM OF HEAVEN - https://youtu.be/WUQsNlg_FAE
3. 11:41 THE DESERT PRINCE - https://youtu.be/xn_3hM7kcCU
4. 19:26 DESERT GUARD - https://youtu.be/MEb46x1uC7g
5. 24:31 SIMOOM - https://youtu.be/BPpHinKa12A
Taught by
Alexander Guitar