Gnawa music (Ar. ڭْناوة or كْناوة) is a body of Moroccan religious songs and rhythms. [1] [2] Emerging in the 16th and 17th centuries, Gnawa music developed through the cultural fusion …

Immerse yourself in the mystical world of Gnawa music through the traditional Lila ceremony—a night-long spiritual journey that embodies the essence of

Aug 26, 2024 · One of the most notable aspects of Gnawa rituals is the “lila,” a night-long ceremony that serves as a healing ritual. During a lila, participants gather in a designated …

Dec 8, 2023 · This program focuses on the core ritual of Gnawa practice, the all-night lila, a healing ceremony involving spirit possession. It relies primarily on Deborah Kapchan’s …

Nov 20, 2024 · Whether through the hypnotic rhythms of a Lila, the lively performances at the Gnawa World Music Festival, or the informal street concerts in Marrakech and Essaouira, …

Gnawa music is revered and treasured throughout Morocco for its soulfulness and healing power. Refined via late-night sessions at LunÀtico in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, Saha Gnawa explores …

Dec 13, 2021 · The Gnawa, especially in the city, practise a therapeutic possession ritual through all-night rhythm and trance ceremonies combining ancestral African practices, Arab-Muslim …

Mar 1, 2025 · Get ready for a night of mesmerizing @imalgnawa rhythms. We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming show at @barzakhcafe, a fantastic venue located at 147 Utica Ave, …

Dancing, incense and music are all part of the sensory ambience experienced when Lila is performed. This showcases the Gnawa communities' therapeutic ritual that pursues healing …

A lila is an all-night spiritual ritual led by Gnawa maâlems to channel ancestral spirits through music, dance, and trance. Where can I experience authentic Gnawa music in Morocco? Top …