Group Maqam Singing Classes: Arabic Music for All 

7pm-8:30pm, Tuesday March 31th, 2026 
Brooklyn School of Music - 126 St Felix St, Brooklyn, NY 11217

We are back with the Spring season of the always popular maqam classes led by Sami Abu Shumays! As usual, each class is stand-alone and focuses on one maqam. Drop-ins are welcome and encouraged, while those who take multiple classes will develop a more layered understanding.

March 31: Maqam Nawa Athar/Nikriz — register here

Learn Arabic Music from master musician and educator Sami Abu Shumays, co-author of the acclaimed book Inside Arabic Music and creator of the YouTube series "Maqam Lessons." The group call-and-response singing format of these classes creates a non-judgmental environment that makes learning enjoyable. Non-musicians, beginner musicians, and experienced practitioners will all benefit from the insights and pragmatic approach Sami offers.

Also coming up:

April 14: Maqam Ajam — register here for April 14