Gnawa music

Gnawa music is a traditional Moroccan musical genre blending African, Arab, and Berber influences. It features rich rhythms created with instruments like the krakebs (metal castanets) and the guembri (a plucked string instrument). Often performed during spiritual ceremonies, Gnawa music has a trance-like quality used for healing and community bonding. Its melodies are deeply rhythmic and repetitive, fostering a hypnotic atmosphere. Rooted in centuries-old spiritual practices, Gnawa music preserves cultural heritage while also inspiring contemporary fusion genres worldwide.