Maqam Saba carries a uniquely moving and soulful tone - it's often described as the maqam of intense emotion, humility, sadness, and spiritual brokenness. It’s the sound that brings a softness to the heart and is frequently heard in powerful, tear-inducing recitations. In this masterclass, you’ll learn how Saba is built, its defining notes and patterns, and how to apply them smoothly in your recitation. With guided practice exercises and Qur’an examples, you’ll develop the ability to recite Saba with stability and beauty. Please note: this workshop assumes some prior familiarity with maqamat - specifically a basic understanding of how maqamat work and my method of teaching maqamat (spacings, patterns etc). New students can benefit from this, but this was delivered to students who already took a previous course with me.