MYSTICAL DIALOGUE BETWEEN TWO SACRED HERITAGES

One of the leading figures of the new Gnaoui generation, Morad ElMarjan cultivates a deep connection with the musical and spiritual heritage of his elders, while opening himself up to new sounds from other musical worlds. Born in Rabat and trained on stage at festivals across the kingdom, he has made a name for himself with his expressive play, humility, and desire to carry his music forward.

His performance with Dhafer Youssef—master of the oud and alchemist of spiritual jazz—promises to be a suspended moment: a conversation between two heights of form, in which guembri lines converse with the mystical flights of the oud. Tunisia-born Dhafer Youssef is considered one of the most respected artists on the international music scene. Defying category, he combines oud, jazz, Sufi chant, and electronic textures with rare virtuosity. A collaborator of giants such as Herbie Hancock and Marcus Miller, he embodies a free and luminous vision of world music. This fusion promises to be subtle, introspective, and vibrant.