Deborah Kapchan

Professor of performance studies at New York University and author of 'Traveling Spirit Masters, Moroccan Gnawa, Trance and Music in the Global Marketplace'. She spent years researching the Gnawa culture.

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Dec 7, 2023 • 59min

Spiritual Journeys: Traveling Spirit Masters, The Gnawa of Morocco

In this enlightening discussion, Deborah Kapchan, a performance studies professor with deep insights into Gnawa culture, and Tim Abdella Fuson, an ethnomusicologist and Gnawa musician, explore the spiritual power of Gnawa music. They reveal the historical roots of the Gnawa community and the evolution of their healing rituals. The significance of the lila ceremony, the blend of trance and music, and the impact of globalization on their traditions make for captivating topics. The vibrant celebration of the Gnawa and World Music Festival showcases the genre's cultural significance.

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