Discover Melonea, Your Online Darbuka Learning Platform
Learn the darbuka and the percussion instruments of the Arab world through a progressive learning method, structured video lessons, and guidance from professional musicians
Welcome to Melonea, a platform specializing in online darbuka lessons and the learning of Arabic percussion instruments.
Our mission is simple: to help everyone learn the darbuka through a clear, progressive, and accessible teaching method, regardless of their skill level. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced musician, you’ll progress step by step with video lessons created by professional musicians.
Discover the main percussion instruments of the Arab world, including the darbuka, riqq, bendir, daff, taarija, tbal, and qraqeb, as well as the traditional rhythms of the Maghreb, the Middle East, and the Gulf region.
Each lesson guides you through the fundamentals of playing, essential sounds, playing techniques, accompaniment patterns, iconic rhythms such as Maqsoum, Malfouf, Masmoudi, and Samai, as well as exclusive Arabic polyrhythms.
With a single subscription, enjoy unlimited access to all video lessons, practical exercises, and exclusive masterclasses. New courses featuring melodic instruments such as the oud, qanoun, and ney will soon expand the platform, offering an even richer musical experience.
ALI ALAOUI
Master of Arabic Percussions
State-Certified Music Teacher Specializing in Traditional Music
Born in Fez (MOROCCO) in 1967, Ali Alaoui studied at the Arab-Andalusian Music Conservatory of his hometown and has been practicing percussion since childhood, influenced by musical traditions from the Maghreb, the Middle East, Andalusia, and Africa.