Placed under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, the 22ᵉ edition of the Andalussyat festival will be held from December 11 to 13. Organized by the Association des Amateurs de Musique Andalouse du Maroc (AAMAM), and supported by the Ministry of Youth, Culture and Communication and the Casablanca region, this year's event will focus on Andalusian music. Al Ala.
For this new edition, the AAMAM is joining forces with Dislog Grouphas become an official sponsor of the festival for the 3rd year running. With this commitment, the group confirms its desire to actively contribute to the preservation and promotion of this ancestral musical heritage.
" We are extremely proud to participate in the promotion of this heritage, a civic act that contributes to the cultural roots of our country. As a major economic player, we also have a mission to support art, culture and sport, which are real levers for development. "says Moncef Belkhayat, CEO of Dislog Group.
A double symbolic theme
Under the theme : "Prophetic Light and the Patriotic MarchThis edition pays tribute to two historic anniversaries: the 15 centuries of the birth of the Prophet Mohammed and the 50 years of the Green March.
For the President of AAMAM, Azzedine KettaniThis double reference gives the festival a particularly strong dimension. He recalled, with emotion, the importance of transmitting and preserving a musical heritage deeply rooted in the lives of many Moroccan families.
A rich and varied artistic program: The organizers have unveiled a program comprising three evenings with distinct musical identities:
Thursday, December 11 - Casablanca (Salle du Carré d'Or) : An opening featuring Abir Elabedthe musician Sergio De Lope and the ensemble led by maestro Omar MetiouiThe result is a harmonious encounter between vocals, instruments and contemporary touches.
Friday, December 12 - Rabat (Théâtre Mohammed V): A tribute evening with the Mohamed Briouel and the participation of Sheikh Ali Rebbahidedicated to the great figures and schools of Andalusian music.
Saturday, December 13 - Mazagan : Under the direction of maestro Adnane Matronerenowned for his masterful performances, the stage will host a daring fusion of saxophones, Andalusian sounds and the ensembles JOPMA and CASASAWT. An innovative artistic proposition, acclaimed by the enthusiastic audience.
A scientific section for further reflection: As every year, the festival will include a scientific conference organized in Mazagan, in the presence of Omar Metioui and Thami Harrak. The meeting will explore the role of Andalusian music in contemporary Moroccan culture and how it can be passed on to new generations.
