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Central Music Institute (CMI) is a multitude award-winning music institution known for delivering structured, high-quality classical and contemporary music education to students across the globe. With a strong international presence, CMI offers both elite in-person training at its campuses and a comprehensive online learning platform, ensuring the same standard of instruction regardless of location. CMI provides carefully designed programmes for students of all ages and levels, from complete beginners to advanced performers. Teaching at CMI is grounded in internationally respected pedagogical frameworks, with a clear focus on technique, musical understanding, discipline, and steady progression. Lessons are structured, progress is monitored, and learning outcomes are clearly defined. A defining strength of CMI is its faculty. The institute curates and appoints some of the finest music educators and performers from leading music schools and professional backgrounds across the world. This carefully selected faculty brings global perspective, depth of expertise, and refined teaching practices, ensuring students learn from accomplished musicians at the highest level. The institute has successfully trained thousands of students for internationally recognised music examinations conducted by Trinity College London, ABRSM, MTB Exams, LCME, and Rockschool London. Alongside examination preparation, CMI places strong emphasis on ensemble playing, aural development, musical literacy, and interpretative skills, ensuring students develop as well-rounded musicians. Performance is an integral part of the learning process at CMI. Students regularly participate in curated concerts, performance showcases, and masterclasses led by accomplished musicians, offered both on campus and through digital platforms. These experiences help build confidence, stage presence, and professional musicianship. CMI is intentionally not a volume-driven institution. It operates with a long-term vision, prioritising depth, consistency, and high standards over rapid outcomes. Through disciplined training, thoughtful mentorship, and a balance of tradition and modern delivery, Central Music Institute continues to set a benchmark for premium music education worldwide.
Hi there! I’m a musician and teacher with a Bachelor of Arts in Music. I love sharing my passion with my students. I like to create lessons that are clear, enjoyable, and designed around your goals, whether that’s preparing for an exam, or just playing for relaxation. I teach: Piano – beginners and intermediates Setar – introducing the rich sounds of Persian music Daf – exploring rhythm and traditional patterns Music Theory – building strong foundations to help you understand, read, and create music I focus on: Strong technique Creativity and self-expression Step-by-step theory that makes everything easier A mix of classical, traditional, and contemporary styles. 📍 Lessons Available Online or in-person (depending on location) One-on-one or small group sessions For children, teens, and adults
About daf lessons
Daf lessons cover hand technique, rhythmic cycles (usul), and the cultural context of Persian and Middle Eastern frame drum traditions. Teachers provide step-by-step rhythm development and performance practice.
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Daf lessons: what to expect
Search for local daf teachers skilled in regional repertoire, or choose online lessons for remote expert guidance.
Players interested in Middle Eastern percussion, ensemble accompaniment and traditional rhythms.
Hand techniques, rhythmic cycles, ornamentation and performance practice in cultural context.
Online lessons suit rhythm learning and notation; in-person sessions help with tactile technique and tone control.
A simple learning path for daf
A good teacher will tailor lessons to your goals — but here’s what progress often looks like.
Learn basic strokes, hand position, and simple rhythmic patterns to establish steady timing.
Develop polyrhythms, ornamentation and learn traditional rhythmic cycles used in ensemble settings.
Refine tonal control, ensemble interaction and repertoire for formal or informal performance contexts.
Getting started: what you need
Keep it simple at first — your teacher can help you choose the right setup.
- A well-constructed daf or frame drum and comfortable seating for long practice sessions.
- Recordings of traditional rhythms for study and a metronome for timing.
Styles & goals your teacher can support
Choose a direction — lessons can be tailored around what you actually want to play.
Master traditional rhythmic cycles and accompanying techniques.
Supporting singers, sufi ceremonies and ensemble textures.
Apply daf technique to contemporary and fusion projects.
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FAQs about daf lessons
Yes — with clear video and recordings, teachers can effectively teach technique and repertoire remotely.
No — beginners can start with basic strokes and develop rhythmic fluency over months of guided practice.