Shilhan Music
Shilhan music branches off of Berber music. It is very rich and diverse due to the diversity of cultures found within the ancient Berber Empires. Music styles and types range from village to village depending on the individual cultures the villagers instill.
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Instruments range from bagpipes and pentatonic music to Celtic bagpipes. Many African cultures south of Morocco have also contributed to the style of modern Shilhan music. European contributions can also be seen due to the European influence on North Africa during the 17th and 18th centuries.
Music is highly valued in the Shilhan culture. Music can be heard at village ceremonies, wedding and other celebrations. Berber music can be classified as one of three different types: folk music, village music and music performed by professional musicians. Rwais are Shilha Berber musicians. They play using lotars, nakous or cymbals and single-string rababs.
Below is a list of Moroccan Berber musicians:
Bnet Marrakech
Hasnia El Becharia
Moh Alileche
Najat Aatabou
Here's a link to some Berber music:
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