Free Live Challenge for Arabic Music Lovers Who Are Done Guessing and Ready to Sound Authentic

Play Your First Real Taqsim
In 5 Days

With The World Leading Maqam & Taqsim Mentor Maya Youssef
Even if you’ve never studied maqam, don’t read music, or feel totally lost.
You’ll learn to play authentic taqsim on any instrument, including your voice.

No Theory. No Copying, Just 20 Minutes a Day

19th to 23rd May 2025

With World Leading Maqam & Taqsim Mentor Maya Youssef

Free 5-Day Live Play a Taqsim Challenge

Give me 5 days and I’ll show you step by step how to play an authentic taqsim so that you can express your feelings and wow your audience.
(even if you have zero maqam or music theory training)
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 Why You’re Still Struggling with Taqsim (And What To Do Instead)

You love Arabic music, but taqsim still feels like a mystery.
You’ve read the books.
You’ve listened to endless recordings.
You’ve been told to “just copy”… and wait for the light bulb to go off.
And yet… every time you try, it still feels like you’re faking it.
Here’s what no one ever told you:
❌ You don’t need more theory.
❌ You don’t need a decade of training.
❌ You just need someone to show you how maqam actually works simply and clearly.

In just 20 minutes a day for 5 days, I’ll walk you through the  foundations of real,authentic taqsim —
even if you’ve never studied maqam, can’t read music, or don’t believe you’re “ready.”

Thought taqsim was only for the pros? Not anymore!
For the first time ever, taqsim is truly available to everyone... no gatekeeping, no guesswork.

THE AGENDA 

What You’ll Unlock in Just 5 Days

DAY ONE

Why maqam has alway felt confusing (and the Simple Fix that changes everything)

Discover the real reason maqam has always felt confusing — and the one breathtakingly simple principle you’ve never been taught.

You’ll finally understand maqam in a way that feels natural, logical, and learnable — even with zero prior music knowledge.

You’ll walk away thinking, “Why didn’t anyone show me this 10 years ago?”

  

DAY TWO

Start Your Taqsim the Right Way (So It Sounds Instantly Authentic)

Today is the moment you start playing for real.

You’ll begin the most important section of the taqsim: the opening. This is where you make your listener feel, "this is real." If this part doesn’t land, nothing else will. 

I’ll also guide you how each part of the maqam functions inside a taqsim, how to avoid rambling or freezing.

By the end of Day 2, you’ll be playing the first part of your taqsim with confidence and authenticity.

  

DAY THREE

The Hidden Structure Behind An Authentic Expressive Taqsim

This is where your taqsim stops sounding random and starts sounding real.

Today, I’ll reveal a powerful tool that’s shaped Arabic music for generations — yet no one’s ever named it, taught it, or explained it… until now and I’m giving it to you, for free, inside this challenge.

You’ll use it to build the middle of your taqsim — and instantly sound more expressive, confident, and authentic.

No theory. No guesswork. Just a long hidden key, finally unlocked.

  

DAY FOUR

Switch Maqam Smoothly (Without Fear, Freezing, or Overthinking)

This is where most musicians get stuck, but you won’t.

Today, I’ll walk you through my 3-step method for switching maqam mid-taqsim with complete ease. No second-guessing. No awkward transitions. You’ll know exactly when to switch, how to switch, and how to make it feel natural and expressive.

We’ll also craft the most powerful and anticipated part of your taqsim — the moment that leaves your listener hanging on every note.

By the end of Day 4, you’ll be playing your first full mini taqsim — with flow, emotion, and confidence.

  


Just Imagine! By Day 4, You’ll Have Played Your First Real Taqsim.

No Theory 
No Years of Training
No Fancy Technique required

Ready to join us and make it real?
📅 Challenge starts May 12 

DAY FIVE

Live Masterclass

How to Master Taqsim

No Fancy Technique, Theory, or Years Required

This is where it all comes together  and where the biggest secrets are finally revealed.

They’ve told you it takes 20 or 30 years to master taqsim. That you need flawless technique, endless theory, and a lifetime of practice.

They were wrong.

In this powerful live masterclass, I’ll show you the clearest, fastest path to playing authentic, emotionally moving taqsim — no matter your instrument, background, or level.

Here’s what you’ll discover:

  • The 3 techniques Umm Kulthum used to move her audience to say “Allah!” — and how to apply them effortlessly. 
  • ​How to express the emotion of maqam — instead of getting stuck in your head.
  • The 4 pillars of an authentic taqsim no one teaches — and how to use them right away.
  • How to uncover your unique taqsim voice — so you never sound like a copy
  • ​The exact process I’ve used to help hundreds of students go from total beginners to confident, expressive players in just a few months.

You’ll also get the chance to ask me your biggest questions live.

Fair warning: This is the only time I’m teaching this live and you won’t find this anywhere else.

How It Works (This Is a Live, Interactive Experience)

This isn’t a passive challenge — it’s a live, hands-on, transformational week.
Every day at 5pm London time, I’ll go live on Zoom for 15–20 minutes to guide you through that day’s breakthrough. Short. Focused. Action-packed.

You’ll also have direct access to me all week inside our private Facebook group — where you’ll put what you learn into practice by actually playing your taqsim. I’ll be in there giving personal feedback, answering questions, and helping you implement.

Normally, this level of access is reserved for my private programs — but you’re getting it free, this week only.
Plus, there will be prizes designed to fast-track your progress and save you years of trial and error.

Block the time. Show up. Do the work.
By the end of the week, you won’t just understand taqsim — you’ll be playing it.
For Over 30 Years, I Was Mystified by Maqam. Maya's Guidance Made It Click in Days!
"For over 30 years, I was mystified and confused by Maqam and Taqasim.

When Maya explained Maqam, a light went on and I finally understood it! Maya explains the steps of performing a Taqsim in a specific Maqam in a way that even someone as intimidated as I was could grasp and execute.

There is no way I could have produced a taqsim or even had understood the rules and the steps of a taqsim without Maya's guidance.

Maya is a miraculous teacher with the patience, passion, generosity, and expertise to help anyone advance musically."

Andrea Fishman

University Lecturer
USA

Hello I’m Maya

If we haven’t met — I’m Maya Youssef, the world’s leading Maqam and Taqsim mentor.

I help Arabic music lovers master maqam and play authentic, expressive taqsim in just a few months — even with zero training, no theory, and no formal background.

The BBC calls me the “Queen of the Qanun,” and I’ve been recognized by the UK government as an Exceptional Talent. I’ve performed on global stages like the Royal Albert Hall and WOMAD, and taught maqam at Sultan Qabous University and SOAS University of London.

After 30+ years of being told “you just have to feel it,” I built the method that finally shows how maqam and taqsim really work — visually, clearly, and step-by-step. It’s helped hundreds of students go from confused and stuck to confident, expressive taqsim players — often in less than 30 days.

Whether you’ve been afraid to start, stuck copying others, or dreaming of playing a taqsim that sounds like you — this is where it begins.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

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Frequently Asked Questions:

Do I need to know maqam or music theory before I take this challenge?
Absolutely not! Since we will be learning maqam the organic way, you don't need any formal or informal music training whatsoever. 
Do I need to be able to play a musical instrument to take this challenge?
If you play an instrument, yes! Bring it along and start to apply what I teach you. If you don’t. All you need is your voice to action the daily prompts.
How much time will this take me?
I wanted this challenge to have the biggest impact in the shortest amount of time. The first 4 days of the challenge have 10-15 minutes actionable videos. It will take you 10 minutes max to do the prompts in addition. The Masterclass on day five is 60 minutes.
How do I access the challenge?
We start June 3rd ! The recording of Day 1 to 4 will be delivered right to your inbox each day. On Day 4, I will send a zoom link for you to join me live for the masterclass. There will be a limited time replay for the masterclass.
I am a complete newbie- is this relevant to me?
You are so incredibly lucky to start your maqam and taqsim journey on the right foot and save yourself decades of tedious trial and error. 
I am an advanced musician- will I learn anything new?
100%. You won’t find the information inside anywhere else on the planet and you certainly won't find it with this level of detail and clarity anywhere else. If you over traditional methods where you are told to copy or that you need to have the ‘Arab genes’ to be able to play a taqsim, this challenge will get you excited with how doable it is to take your taqsim to the next level without compromising your unique voice.
How do I register?
Here: www.taqasimmastery.com/free-challenge
Can I invite others to join me?
Yes! The more the merrier! Just share this link with them: www.taqasimmastery.com/free-challenge
I Never Dreamed I’d Be Able to Play a Real Taqsim Until Now
"I’ve loved Arabic music for a long time, but learning maqam always felt impossible. It seemed intimidating and confusing, and I couldn’t grasp the logic behind it. I didn’t think I’d ever understand maqam—until I found Maya.

Maya’s unique method, using Lego to teach maqam, made everything click. The way she connects maqams and brings taqsim into the picture is incredible. Thanks to her approach, I can now recognize maqam by ear within seconds and even play a taqsim with confidence!"

Roxy Stimpson

VP of Engineering, Qanun player
USA

Ready To Play A Real Taqsim In Just 5 Days?

This is your moment to stop guessing, stop copying, and finally play with confidence — no theory, no overwhelm.

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