Majid Bekkas
Born in Morocco, the world-renowned musician combines traditional North African music styles such as gnawa with jazz and blues. As a multi-instrumentalist, he is best known for his playing on the guembri, a traditional stringed instrument, and has made Moroccan music internationally famous. He has collaborated with renowned jazz musicians such as Joachim Kühn, Achie Shepp and Nguyen Lê and has released albums that showcase his unique fusion of cultures. Bekka's music is characterised by spiritual depth and rhythmic diversity, which he draws from his Gnawa tradition. With his innovative approach, he is recognised as one of the leading exponents of world music and a bridge builder between Africa and the rest of the world.
