Learn the ney, one breath at a time.
Individual ney and Turkish Makam lessons for beginners, experienced musicians and everyone in between.
Ney lessons
First find the sound
Şükrü began by listening, imitating and experimenting before formal technique entered the picture. His teaching keeps that direct relationship with sound alive: theory supports the ear, but never replaces it.
- Producing the first tone without forcing the breath
- Posture, fingering, intonation and tone colour
- Turkish and Ottoman repertoire
- Listening, phrasing and ornamentation
- A realistic practice method for your level and schedule
Practical information
Individual guidance
Lessons are available online and in Amsterdam or Rotterdam. An individual lesson lasts approximately 30–40 minutes and costs €35.
- For beginners and experienced musicians
- Taught in Dutch, English or Turkish
- Ney technique and Turkish Makam
- Instrument advice included
If suitable instruments are available, students can purchase a ney directly from Şükrü. Otherwise, he can help find and select an appropriate instrument.
Learning the ney begins before the first melody: with breath, attention and patience.Şükrü Kirtiş
How to begin
Start with a conversation
Tell me about your experience, instrument and learning goals. We can then decide what kind of lesson would be most useful.