Gnawa

Gnawa is a mystical fusion of African, Berber, and Arabic musical traditions originating from Morocco, characterized by its hypnotic rhythms and spiritual significance. It features the use of traditional instruments like the guembri, a three-stringed lute, and krakebs, metal castanets, to create trance-inducing melodies that accompany healing and spiritual ceremonies. Renowned for its call-and-response vocals and polyrhythmic complexity, Gnawa music has transcended its roots to influence global jazz and electronic music scenes.