About Wael
Wael Salah
Egyptian Arabic singer, oud player and music educator, living in the UAE for about three years.
Wael began his journey with Arabic music in Egypt, where he studied music education, and went on to teach singing and oud to students in Egypt, Oman and Kuwait, and now the UAE. Over these years he has taught students of many backgrounds, and learned that every student has their own way into maqam and voice.
His teaching approach
In his lessons Wael combines the foundations of Arabic singing and maqam with a clear educational method. He starts from the student's current level and builds the technical foundation first: posture and plectrum on the oud, breathing and pitch in singing. Then he moves on to maqam, performance and expression.
His studies in art therapy made him attentive to the human side of learning: that students feel at ease and confident, and that music is a space for expression rather than a source of anxiety. Wael also composes his own music and songs, and brings that experience into lessons: how a melodic phrase is built and how a maqam is expressed.
Qualifications and memberships
- BA in Music Education
- Diploma in Music
- Diploma in Art Therapy
- MBA
- Certificate in teaching and transmitting traditional music, Palet Turkish Music School (Palet Türk Müziği İlkokulu) / YETEV
- Affiliated member of the Emirati Musicians' Association
Rouh Dubai Choir
Wael founded Rouh Dubai Choir, celebrating Arabic heritage and Emirati identity. The choir has performed at Dubai Opera and at government and Ministry of Culture events.
Composer
Alongside teaching and performing, Wael composes his own pieces and songs, drawing on the Arabic maqamat and the region's musical heritage.
Teaching journey
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