Young Moroccan women are bringing new and inclusive energy to the centuries-old art of Gnaoua, a spiritual musical repertoire traditionally reserved for men. - 'Feeds the spirit' -
"It's exceptional to have women playing Gnaoua music, which shouldn't be reserved for men," said Hamza Tahir, a member of the audience.
This is an appreciation of Jewish cantors. Although I am not Jewish, I am a long-time chorister who has had the privilege of performing choral works with
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