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    Oriental Singing Class
    Vocal Training

    Oriental Singing Classes

    Find your voice. Master rich vocal traditions and emotional depth in a supportive environment.

    Vocal performance

    "Your voice is an instrument of the soul."

    Discover the Power.
    Of Your Own Voice.

    Oriental singing is deeply rooted in emotion, storytelling, and intricate melodic structures. At MASCAN, we guide you through the beautiful nuances of Middle Eastern vocal traditions.

    From understanding complex rhythms and scales (Maqamat) to mastering breath control and resonance, our classes offer a comprehensive journey into cultural vocal expression.

    The Curriculum

    Your Vocal Journey

    Breath & Tone

    Build a strong foundation with essential breathing techniques and vocal warm-ups to discover your natural resonance.

    • • Breath Control
    • • Vocal Warm-ups
    • • Pitch Accuracy

    Maqamat

    Explore the traditional melodic modes of Middle Eastern music. Learn to navigate microtones and express deep emotion.

    • • Scale Structures
    • • Microtonal Singing
    • • Melodic Improvisation

    Repertoire

    Apply your skills to classic and contemporary Oriental songs, focusing on pronunciation, phrasing, and feeling.

    • • Classic Songs
    • • Lyrical Phrasing
    • • Emotional Delivery
    Your Instructor

    Mireille Wassef

    Mireille is a multidisciplinary artist and vocal director with over 20 years of experience in choral conducting and operatic singing. Certified by Trinity College London and the Royal Schools of Music, she brings a deep cultural and technical expertise to every lesson.

    Meet Mireille →
    Mireille Wassef

    Book Your Session

    Join us for a 50-minute private vocal session. $30 CAD + taxes per drop-in.
    Class full? Join the waitlist

    Raise Your Voice

    Join our vocal community in Pointe-Claire. Thursday and Friday at 6:00 pm.