THE HISTORICAL EVOLUTION OF THE OUD INSTRUMENT

Authors

  • Khasanov Azamat Uktamovich Senior Lecturer of the Department of “Maqom Singing” at the Institute of Uzbek National Music Art named after Yunus Rajabi Author

Keywords:

Oud, historical evolution, musical heritage, Eastern music, Ziryab, Andalusia, stringed instruments.

Abstract

This article explores the historical evolution of the oud instrument. From the earliest stringed instruments in ancient Eastern civilizations to its development during the Islamic cultural era, its introduction into Europe via Andalusia, and its role in contemporary performance, the article analyzes the transformations the oud has undergone. Drawing on various historical, cultural, and regional sources, it reveals the changes in the instrument’s form and performance style, and highlights its significance as a piece of musical heritage. Moreover, the study reflects on the oud’s role in intercultural musical connections and traces the historical development of musical thinking.

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Published

2025-05-27

Issue

Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025)

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THE HISTORICAL EVOLUTION OF THE OUD INSTRUMENT. (2025). Modern American Journal of Linguistics, Education, and Pedagogy, 1(2), 363-366. https://usajournals.org/index.php/6/article/view/208