The Oud: String as Geography
The microtone, the maqam, and the solo as a map.
The curation thesis
The instrument that maps a region by its tuning. We collect the players who turn a single string into a continent.
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The list
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Marcel
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Anouar
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Munir
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Naseer
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The Cairo
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Andalusian
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Taqsim
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Levant
Frequently asked
What is "The Oud: String as Geography" about?
The instrument that maps a region by its tuning. We collect the players who turn a single string into a continent.
How is this different from an algorithm playlist?
Algorithm playlists optimize for engagement and familiarity. This is a curated argument — a human chose these records for a reason you can read.
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