ONLINE PRIVATE DUDUK LESSONS

Private 1:1 online duduk lessons will open for booking together with the official launch of Global Duduk Academy on the 7th of September.

Private online duduk lessons with Canberk Ulaş are available through Global Duduk Academy.

Full Membership is designed to provide everything you need to learn and progress without requiring regular private lessons. Private lessons are an additional option for members who would like dedicated one to one time with the teacher. They are not required to progress through the Academy, but can be booked whenever you feel you would benefit from additional individual guidance.

Each lesson is tailored to the student's level, goals and musical interests. Whether you are just beginning your journey with the Armenian duduk or looking to refine your technique, these one-to-one sessions provide focused guidance that complements your individual practice.

Pricing

Members of Global Duduk Academy benefit from preferential pricing on all private online duduk lessons.

Non-member - €129
Video Course Member - €99
Full Member - €79

Lesson Duration

Each private lesson lasts 30 minutes.

Thirty minutes is considered the most effective lesson length for learning the duduk.
This duration is based on years of teaching experience. While longer lessons may appear to offer more value, they often encourage teachers to introduce more information than students can realistically absorb. Every student has a natural learning capacity, and learning becomes less effective when that limit is exceeded.
Instead of trying to cover as much material as possible, each lesson focuses on the most important step for the student's current level. This creates clear practice goals, reduces confusion and leads to more effective learning.
Every lesson is tailored to the student's level, goals and musical development.
For complete beginners, lessons focus on building a solid technical foundation from the very beginning.
For more experienced players, lessons begin by observing the student's playing. Areas that need improvement are identified and prioritised before being developed gradually over several lessons according to the student's learning pace.
Lessons may focus on embouchure, reed control, breath support, intonation, tone production, repertoire, musical interpretation, improvisation, performance preparation, reed adjustment or any other aspect of duduk playing.
Each lesson concludes with clear practice goals and exercises to work on before the next session.
Learning through private lessons only
If private lessons are your primary way of learning, one lesson per week is generally recommended.
Learning through Global Duduk Academy
If you are already following the Academy curriculum, private lessons serve a different purpose. Since the structured learning path is already provided through the Academy, lessons become an opportunity to receive personalised feedback, ask questions, refine technique and deepen your understanding whenever you feel the need.
Expect clarity and direction, not instant transformation.
A lesson can completely change the understanding of how the duduk works. Technical habits that have limited progress for months or even years often become immediately visible, giving students a much clearer direction for practice.
Long-term improvement, however, requires patience. Playing the notes of a melody is only one part of learning the duduk. The real challenge is developing a beautiful tone, stable intonation and musical expression that can genuinely move the listener.
Private lessons provide the guidance. Consistent practice creates the transformation.
Every technique is taught with intention and a clear purpose.
The teaching approach is rooted in traditional Armenian duduk technique and shaped by years of personal experimentation with different techniques and playing approaches. Every technical choice has been carefully evaluated through practical experience and is used because it has proven to be effective.
Questions are always welcome. Every technique taught has a reason behind it, and students who are curious about the purpose of a particular exercise or approach are encouraged to ask.
To make the lesson as effective as possible, please:
- Position your camera approximately at eye level so your posture and embouchure are clearly visible.
- Make sure the room is well lit.
- Join the lesson from a quiet space without interruptions.
- Please ask for permission before recording the lesson.
Lessons may be cancelled up to 24 hours before the scheduled starting time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the lesson are non-refundable.

Teaching Philosophy

Canberk teaches the Armenian duduk tradition that has been passed down through his former teacher Suren Asaduryan. His musical approach has also been deeply influenced by the playing of legendary Armenian duduk masters including Vache Hovsepyan and Djivan Gasparyan.

While his artistic work today also explores improvisation, electronics and contemporary music, his teaching remains firmly rooted in traditional Armenian duduk technique. Students first develop a solid technical foundation before expanding towards their own musical expression.

Rather than rushing into melodies and sheet music, lessons focus on what truly defines the duduk: sound. Breath control, embouchure, intonation, tuning, phrasing and tone production form the core of Canberk's teaching. Once the instrument begins to respond naturally, learning repertoire becomes both easier and more meaningful.

What Students Say

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“Dear Canberk,

I want to share an experience with you that I find very special and beautiful.
After a writing session about grief, I felt the urge to play the duduk. I played Yeraz for half an hour and it felt deeply consoling.
It's a magical and mystical instrument.
Thank you for teaching me.”
Sandra Sijbrandij - The Netherlands
Music lover - her first instrument
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“This is a much-needed service. Duduk teachers in the US are not very plentiful, and my lessons with Canberk have taken me much further than I would ever have achieved studying locally.
I recently played the duduk at a concert in Virginia, and I was able to demonstrate sound, vibrato, note bending, and nuance thanks to what I learned from Canberk. The audience loved the sound of the duduk and said it really stood out for them.”
Christa Patton - USA
Early harp and wind specialist
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"Canberk turned out to be one of the kindest and most patient people I know, and that same kindness shines through in his teaching. What I’m most grateful for is that he never let me be ruled by my own impatience. During the more difficult early stages, he guided me gently and steadily, always respecting the specific challenges of my learning path. The duduk holds secrets that only true masters can reveal."
Nóra Mátrai - The Netherlands
Music lover - her first instrument
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“Canberk is an amazing player and a very professional and encouraging teacher. He truly sees his students as individuals and pays close attention to their specific progress. He is very precise and does not always go easy on you, which makes the learning process on the duduk extremely thorough.

I have now had 13 lessons and am starting to develop a solid foundation in my playing. I could never have reached this stage on my own. I am very grateful to have someone like Canberk as my teacher.”
Petteri Oksanen - Finland
Music lover - his second instrument
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“The duduk is a deceptively simple instrument. Playing it well, however, is another matter. Over the course of several years, Canberk's patient and logical instruction has helped me make sense of the duduk's unique technique and sound production requirements. He has helped me develop my own style, based on the traditions of the instrument and its music. Without Canberk's guidance and inspiration, my duduk might well be resting in a closet. Instead, it has become an integral part of my musical life.”
Thomas Aber - USA
Professional clarinetist
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"I always wanted to play a wind instrument and the duduk sound appeared the most exciting for me. Canberk helped me to start my journey into the duduk world. In addition to studying repertoire and music theory, our classes are always filled with jokes and fun. I express my gratitude for the extremely pleasurable time learning with Canberk!"
Wladyslaw Krauchuk - Poland
Music lover - his first instrument
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"When I started playing the duduk, I was fortunate to hear about Canberk’s music and learn that he also offered lessons. I even had the opportunity to meet him in person for private duduk lessons. He is not only a talented musician with a unique sound on the duduk, but he also has a fantastic attitude toward music in general. As a student, this made me feel that Canberk could both guide me toward a traditional playing style while also helping me explore new possibilities on the instrument. He explains things very clearly and he has helped me overcome several big obstacles in my duduk playing. I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the lessons we have had so far, and I look forward to many more in the future. I will definitely continue to seek guidance from Canberk throughout my duduk journey."
Oscar Callenberg - Sweden
Music lover