MARMOUCHA ORCHESTRA & MEHDI NASSOULI: SONIC BRIDGES

Fiery mix of gnawa and jazz by groundbreaking orchestra and master of the guembri. Get carried away by Sonic Bridges, a mesmerizing fusion of gnawa and contemporary jazz in all its versatility. It is a crowning achievement for Marmoucha Orchestra and Moroccan guembri master Mehdi Nassouli. Years of collaboration between them have culminated in an extraordinary synergy, bridging a wide variety of cultures. Mehdi Nassouli’s hypnotic guembri playing and commanding vocals transform every performance into an intense experience. He has previously shared the stage with legends such as Herbie Hancock and Alpha Blondy, bringing Moroccan gnawa music to a worldwide audience. Marmoucha Orchestra is an ensemble of top class musicians blending contemporary styles with a wealth of traditions from Southwest Asia and North Africa. Guided by artistic director Arin Keshishi, the orchestra crafts compositions that both honor and innovate tradition.