Far from the cliché that associates jazz with a certain elite, Brian Jackson has pioneered a conscious, unifying form of music rooted in human values. To the delight of generations of Moroccan fans, the American multi-instrumentalist performed at the 19th Jazzablanca, on the same stage where José James showed how jazz transcends genres and cultures.
Born in Memphis in 1950, in the American South still scarred by segregation, Dee Dee Bridgewater grew up in Michigan. At the height of the civil rights movement in the 1960s, she championed the ideals of freedom through the power of her voice. Since then, she has continued to sing a peaceful struggle that feels more relevant than ever.
Moving between Morocco, France, Ghana, and the United States, composer Ismail Sentissi has navigated the many paths of world music, exploring a broad spectrum of rhythms. From metal to afrobeat, with chaabi along the way, he ultimately found his voice in a jazz style that truly reflects who he is. Rooted in personal experience, his repertoire breaks away from convention and draws directly from the journey that shaped it.
New setting, new experience. That’s what the artistic co-directors of the Jazz à Rabat festival delivered in this 27th edition, now renamed and relocated to Hassan II Park in the capital. Through their affinities and collaborations, Majid Bekkas and Jean-Pierre Bissot continue to push the boundaries of jazz. By striking the right balance and upholding the same high standards as always, the duo brings every kind of music to the stage, from Gnawa to Balkan rhythms, and even rap.
Maalem Majid Bekkas and the British group Waaju undeniably have the talent to elevate jazz through Gnaoua music, and vice versa, crafting a distinctive sound that is entirely their own. More than a simple fusion, their creative partnership has given rise to the album Alouane, along with its live performance. Released in October 2024, the project made its Moroccan debut during the 18th edition of the Jazzablanca Festival. In the vibrant setting of Casablanca, this ensemble of virtuosos felt
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