Gnawa music in Khamlia
Drums, qraqeb and songs in a village home
- 1 hourDuration
- SharedWith other travellers
- Meeting pointKhamlia, 7 km from Merzouga (transfer on request)
- 15 € / personMint tea
The rhythm that comes from sub-Saharan Africa
Khamlia is a small village at the foot of Erg Chebbi, home to families of sub-Saharan origin who have passed down Gnawa music for generations: drums, iron castanets called qraqeb and songs that sound like prayers.
The musicians welcome you into their home, offer you tea and play for you. In the end, almost always, everyone ends up dancing together.
- Live musicin the musicians' home
- Qraqeb and drumsyou can try them too
- Mint teawith the family
- The village's storytold by those who live there
How it works: Gnawa music in Khamlia
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1
Welcome
Arrival at the musicians' house and mint tea on the rug.
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2
The concert
About 40 minutes of Gnawa music, with an explanation of the instruments and songs.
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3
Everyone dances
The musicians invite you to try the qraqeb and dance with them.
What's included
Included
- Gnawa music concert
- Mint tea
Not included
- Transfer from Merzouga (on request)
- Purchase of CDs or instruments
What to bring
- A desire to dance
Documents, health and safety: check the latest information in the official travel advice for Morocco.
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Can we take photos and videos?
Yes, the musicians are happy to be filmed.
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