Gnaoua music holds a profound significance in Moroccan and African cultures. It is an ancient and spiritual art form that has been passed down through generations, encapsulating the wisdom, rituals, and traditions of our ancestors.However, in today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world, there is an urgent need to safeguard and promote the original rituals and traditions associated with Gnaoua music.
We are thrilled to present a precious and valuable event, the Traditional 7 Nights Gnaoua Lila, led by the esteemed Maalem AHMED BAKBOU with Maalem YOUNESS HADIR representing the next generation Gnaoua in Morocco.
Maalem Ahmed Bakbou will present the importance of preserving the original rituals and traditions of Gnaoua music and emphasizes the need to pass on the cultural heritage to future generations. The rituals and ceremonies associated with Gnaoua Lila are described as spiritually healing and having connections with African and Moroccan cultures. The significance of colors in the rituals is highlighted, with each color symbolizing different energies and healing properties. It also touches upon the transformative and trance-like nature of Gnaoua music, its connection to spirituality, and the role of rituals in connecting with spirits.
Event Objectives:
Preservation of Cultural Heritage: The Traditional Gnaoua Lila seeks to safeguard the original rituals and traditions of Gnaoua music, ensuring their continuity for future generations.
Spiritual Healing: Through the power of Gnaoua music and rituals, participants will have the opportunity to experience deep spiritual healing, releasing negative energies and finding inner harmony.
Connection to African and Moroccan Cultures: The event aims to foster a greater understanding and appreciation of the cultural roots and significance of Gnaoua music within the broader African and Moroccan cultural context.
Dates: Aug 26th to Sep.2nd 2023
Location: Tameslouht (near Marrakech)
Location: Tameslouht (near Marrakech)
1st night: TNGIA and TBYITA. Preparation for the Lila and sacrifice (DBIHA)
2nd night: LAADA & OULAD BAMBRA, OULAD HOUSSA
3rd night: NEGSHA & FTOUH RAHBA, WHITE and BOUHALA CHRFA
4th night: GREEN & RED / MHALA LKHOUDR & LHOUMER
5th night: LIGHT & DARK BLUE / SMAWIYIN & MOUSSAWIYIN,
6th night: BLACK DARK & LIGHT / LKOUHAL
7th night: YELLOW & TFRAK LMIDA, Farewell party
2nd night: LAADA & OULAD BAMBRA, OULAD HOUSSA
3rd night: NEGSHA & FTOUH RAHBA, WHITE and BOUHALA CHRFA
4th night: GREEN & RED / MHALA LKHOUDR & LHOUMER
5th night: LIGHT & DARK BLUE / SMAWIYIN & MOUSSAWIYIN,
6th night: BLACK DARK & LIGHT / LKOUHAL
7th night: YELLOW & TFRAK LMIDA, Farewell party
We are excited to invite you to this rare opportunity of special experience and collaborate in bringing this extraordinary event to life. We believe that the Traditional Gnaoua Lila will provide participants with a unique and transformative experience, deeply rooted in the cultural heritage of Gnaoua music.
Important remarks:
Participation in this event implies your consent to be captured in recorded videos.
Participation in this event implies your consent to be captured in recorded videos.