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The music of Morocco ranges and differs according to the various areas of the country.
There are three varieties of Berber folk music: village music, ritual music, and the music performed by professional musicians.
Chaabi الشعبي (popular in English) is a music consisting of numerous varieties which descend from the multifarious forms of Moroccan folk music. Chaabi was originally performed in markets, but is now found at any celebration or meeting.
Gnawa is a form of music that is mystical. It was gradually brought to Morocco by Sub-Saharan Africans and later became part of the Moroccan tradition.
Classical Malhum is peaceful and very interesting to listen to. it has been played around in the streets of Morocco for over a thousand years. It is very common music to hear in Morocco.
Sufi brotherhoods (tarikas) are common in Morocco, and music is an integral part of their spiritual tradition. This music is an attempt at reaching a trance state which inspires mystical ecstasy.
Rai is more closely associated with Algeria in the international music scene, but Morocco has produced its own stars like Cheb Mimoun and Hanino.
Celine is a popular poprock artist in Morocco.
Morocco's famous international music producer RedOne (Nadir Khayat) is representing Morocco internationally and he was decorated by the king of Morocco Mohamed 6 "wissam alaoui"
Rap and reggae has become more dominant in contemporary Morocco. Artists such as Muslim and Dub Afrika have gained international popularity. They are most known for their song, Rissala. [1] [2]
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