Course Overview:

Introduction to the Daff: A brief overview of the daff in Islamic history, and its role in spiritual practices.

Basic Techniques: Learn the fundamental techniques of playing the daff, including hand positioning, striking techniques, and rhythm exploration.

Spiritual Poetry: Explore the rich tapestry of Islamic spiritual poetry and discover how the daff complements and enhances the poetic experience.

Rhythmic Patterns: Practise various rhythmic patterns and understand their application in different genres of Islamic spiritual poetry.

Performance and Expression: Build confidence in expressing spirituality through daff playing, culminating in a final session where participants showcase their newfound abilities.

Learning Objectives:

1. Consolidate knowledge from Module 1.
2. Learn new songs and more complex beats.
3. Integrating the nondominant hand.
4. Acquire bridging and transitioning techniques between verse and chorus.
5. Develop the skill of amalgamating different beats within a single song.

Week by Week Topics:

Week 1:

• Consolidation of Module 1 beats. 
• Reviewing foundational rhythms and techniques.

Week 2:

• Introducing the nondominant hand: laff kamil
• Practice sessions focusing on intricate patterns and rhythms.

Week 3:

• Applying bridging techniques
• Analysing songs previously covered to understand transitioning between verse and chorus (Part 1).

Week 4:

• Exploration of baladi kamil beat
• Delving into its nuances and variations compared to previous beats.

Week 5:

• Revision session covering all topics.
• Final exam assessing comprehension and application of learned skills.

Throughout the course, students will engage in hands-on practice, receive personalised feedback, and have the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge throughout. By the end of the 5 weeks, participants will have developed a deeper understanding of daff and nasheed rhythms and enhanced their musical proficiency.