The Royal Moroccan Opera's first gala evening lived up to its promise: opera, surprises, quality and shared pleasure.
Music of Morocco, world music in Morocco
Arabo-Andalusian, Berber, Gnawa, world-music… music is the most developing art in Morocco. It speaks to Moroccans.
Most of the great artists practice a fusion between traditional Moroccan song and more current trends, like the Gnawas, some of whom are traditional, others who have evolved their art.
The big summer festivals, such as Mawazine, have been a bit battered by Covid and the crisis, they remain great moments where a large audience meets.
The Fez Festival of Sufi Culture always includes concerts, Morocco also has classical music and opera groups.
And in the smallest village, music is invited to all the festivals…
To transform opera into a 100% Moroccan show, you need a cultural ambassador like Moroccan baritone David Serero, whose multiple talents enable him to make this reputedly elitist show Moroccan.
Little known in Morocco, this great Tunisian artist has mastered the blend of jazz and traditional Arabic music with his superb voice and surprising range.
Traditional Moroccan music and dance is generally Berber and far removed from 'oriental dance'.
