Another objective was to «blend artistic expressions by allowing artists to ‘give voice’ to the sound of the adjoun (bendir)», fostering a musical transmission rooted in tradition.

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The initiative also strives to «raise the profile of local artists and break the cultural isolation they still experience despite recent efforts». Another objective was to «blend artistic expressions ...