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 teach 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.

2

Weekly or bi-weekly private lessons

Designed for consistent progress and growth.

3

Monthly enrollment

With a defined rhythm for learning.

4

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 pace differs.
Most students invest between $100–$300 per month, depending on lesson frequency and commitment length.

Each lesson is 45 minutes, live on Zoom. Flexible rescheduling allowed within the month.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do I need any prior musical knowledge to start learning the duduk?

Not at all. Some of my students are complete beginners who don’t read music. I guide you step-by-step, often by ear, so you can start playing right away.

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 manufacturers 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. Email me at academy@learndudukonline.com

3. What happens after the free session?

You’ll be guided into the appropriate track (weekly or bi-weekly) and Year 1 curriculum. Enrollment continues month-to-month.

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 if I miss a lesson?

You may reschedule within the same month provided you give a minimum of 24 hour advance notice. If the teacher must reschedule, the lesson is never lost.

6. How do I pay for lessons?

Payments are simple and international. Billing is monthly. You can pay securely through Remitly, Paysend, Wise or Bank Transfer, whichever is most convenient for you.

Don’t Just Listen to the Duduk.
Play the Duduk.

Learn to Play the Duduk

Achieve your dream today!

Questions about the academy?

academy@learndudukonline.com

©  LearnDudukOnline Academy — by Raffi Chilingirian