LearnDudukOnline Academy
A Structured Learning Path to Master the Armenian Duduk
Weekly private lessons with a defined curriculum, and monthly enrollment
From beginner to artistic expression
by Raffi Chilingirian
Academy Introduction
LearnDudukOnline Academy is a global online academy dedicated to teaching the Armenian duduk through a structured, long-term curriculum led by artist and educator Raffi Chilingirian — not just random lessons, but a true pathway toward skill, confidence, and musical expression.
Our approach blends technique, repertoire, breathwork, and cultural context so that you don’t just play, you master.
The program will take you all the way from your first time holding the duduk to learning your first traditional songs.
The Academy will provide sheet music, lessons, breathing exercises, and traditional songs to help you make structured progress!
Best of all, this can help you focus better on practicing. Instead of wasting time on random YouTube videos, you'll spend your practice sessions mastering all the most important basic skills that you need to know.
Even if You’ve Never Played an Instrument Before… You Can Learn the Duduk!
✅ No music background required, I’ll start teaching you by ear
✅ Already play another instrument? Adapt your skills to the duduk
✅ Live, personalized lessons (not pre-recorded videos)
✅ Learn at your own pace, with a teacher who cares
Why the Duduk?
The Armenian duduk is one of the world’s most soulful instruments, recognized by UNESCO as a cultural treasure.
Its sound has touched millions in films like Gladiator and The Chronicles of Narnia.
Now, you can bring that sound into your own life.
Why Study in the Academy?
Every technique, every song, every cultural nuance - all designed to give you a complete foundation in this beautiful Armenian instrument.
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Culturally grounded curriculum
Based on authentic Armenian repertoire and performance practice.
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Weekly or bi-weekly private lessons
Designed for consistent progress and growth.
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Monthly enrollment
With a defined rhythm for learning.
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Quarterly progress reviews
As well as certificates for completion of yearly milestones.
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Priority scheduling
And communication support
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Cultural Context
We understand the rich history and emotional depth behind this ancient Armenian soulful instrument.
Curriculum Overview
Year 1 — Foundations & Musicality
✔ Tone production, breath control
✔ Fingering basics and embouchure
✔ Introduction to Armenian melodies
✔ Practice structure & mindset
Future years
✔ Year 2 – Repertoire Expansion
✔ Year 3 – Advanced Technique & Interpretation
✔ Year 4 – Artistry & Graduation (with recorded recital)
About the Founder – Academy Director
Raffi Chilingirian (Beirut, Lebanon)
Armenian duduk artist and educator, combining conservatory training, performance, and teaching experience to create the first structured online duduk academy. Raffi’s mission is to help learners master technique and expression in a way that feels human and sustainable.
Raffi's mission is to keep this ancient instrument thrive and help you discover its beauty and master it.
What My Students Are Saying
Join my students who have discovered the joy of playing the duduk
"Hello Raffi, yes we would like to continue the lessons. Thank you for making learning Duduk easy and enjoyable for my son."
Maria (student's mother)
California, USA
"Very helpful teacher. I can tell he has so much knowledge in the instrument and I am so glad I could find a true Armenian instructor."
Emilia
Utah, USA
"Great teacher. Very helpful and flexible"
Jake
Georgia, USA
"I'm very thankful for your lessons and great help! The duduk is such a meditative instrument to just play and enjoy."
Carl Mikael
Sweden
"Thank you Raffi for helping me learn proper techniques with the duduk! From how to properly set my reed and regulator, to breath work, vibrato, and half closures of the holes to get the right distance between notes."
Lexy
Minnesota, USA
“I started this journey self taught and with Raffi's help have been able to progress significantly faster than I would have on my own. Lessons are easy and Raffi's energy is always so warm and patient! I feel better with my playing and in general after each lessons, it's always a great time!”
Lexy
Minnesota, USA
"Thank you Raffi for the duduk lessons and for your great help"
Arat
Sweden
"Thank you so much Raffi for the duduk lessons!"
Raffy
Canada
Join the Pool of Students
No more waiting. Grab this chance and join the students coming from all walks of life, age and country (USA, Canada, Australia, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Lebanon)
Learn all the fundamentals
of playing the duduk
Children, teenagers, and adults
can apply
From your own home and country
Who Is This Class For?
Armenian Diaspora
Reconnect with your Armenian heritage through the soulful duduk. Learn one-to-one online and keep cultural traditions alive, wherever you are in the world and any age.
Duduk Enthusiasts
Love the duduk’s sound?
Turn admiration into skill. Step-by-step live lessons make this ancient instrument accessible with no prior musical knowledge required.
Sound Healers
Enrich your sound healing practice with the duduk’s meditative tones. Personalized lessons help you integrate this soulful sound into meditation, therapy, and spiritual work.
Enrollment Options in the Yearly Program
If you enjoyed your intro session and want to continue, here are the enrollment options:
Weekly Enrollment
✔ 1 private lesson per week
✔ Structured curriculum
✔ Rescheduling inside the month
✔ Priority support
✔ Quarterly progress review
Bi-Weekly Enrollment
✔ 1 private lesson every two weeks
✔ Same curriculum at a slower pace
✔ Rescheduling inside the month
✔ Progress check-ins
✔ Both tracks follow the same curriculum; only the pace differs.
✔ Monthly tuition usually falls between $100 and $300, depending on the commitment track you choose.
✔ Lessons are 45 minutes, live on Zoom, with flexible rescheduling within the month when needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Do I need any prior musical knowledge to start learning the duduk?
Not at all. Many students begin as complete beginners and do not read music.
Lessons often start by ear, focusing on sound, breath, and finger placement so you can begin playing right away. As you progress, I gradually introduce basic musical notes as a supportive tool for practice and long-term development.
2. What if I don’t have a duduk yet?
No worries, in our first free session, I’ll explain the basics and guide you on how to choose the right duduk for your needs and budget.
I work with professional Armenian duduk makers whose instruments I confidently recommend to my students for their reliability.
There’s no obligation to buy through this partnership, but if you choose to, I’ll guide you personally so you start with the right instrument for your journey.
3. What happens after the free session?
After the free session, we discuss whether the academy is a good fit and which track, weekly or bi-weekly, best supports your learning. If you choose to enroll, you begin with the Year 1 curriculum.
Enrollment is ongoing and billed monthly, allowing flexibility while supporting steady, long-term progress.
4. How do lessons get scheduled?
Lessons are scheduled within a weekly rhythm. Lessons not used in the month do not carry over, but priority rescheduling is possible with notice.
5. What is expected of students between lessons?
Students are encouraged to arrive on time and prepared for the session.
Regular practice between lessons supports steady progress, and open communication about challenges is always welcome.
Having your duduk and reeds warmed-up and ready helps make each session productive.
6. What if I miss a lesson?
You may reschedule a lesson within the same month provided you give a minimum of 24 hour advance notice, subject to availability. Lessons missed without sufficient notice, or not rescheduled within the month, are not refundable.
If the teacher must reschedule due to unforeseen circumstances, this is handled within the academy’s planned calendar and contingency structure, ensuring continuity of the program.
7. Do I receive a certificate?
Yes. Students who complete the academic year with consistent participation and progress may receive a LearnDudukOnline Academy Certificate of Completion.
8. How do I pay for lessons?
Billing is monthly. Payments are international and secure.
Students typically pay using Remitly, Paysend, or Payoneer.
Alternative options such as Wise, Ria Money Transfer, Western Union, or bank transfer are available when needed.
9. How is the tuition and payment billing structure?
Tuition is based on a flat monthly rate, not the number of lessons in a specific month. Holidays and planned breaks are already accounted for in the academy calendar, so tuition remains consistent throughout the year.
Don’t Just Listen to the Duduk.
Play the Duduk.
Learn to Play the Duduk
Achieve your dream today!
Academy Founder & Instructor
Raffi Chilingirian
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