Visa For Music 2024 Reveals Conferences Program

World music conference and showcase Visa for Music in Morocco has announced its 2024 conferences program. The event will take place November 20-24 in Rabat.

Thursday 21st November, 10am-11.30am, Mohammed VI Museum (Auditorium)

Access to culture in the field of music: Capacity development in music and new professions

SPEAKERS :

Jimmy Berthé (moderator) (France): Project Manager at Acces Culture /French Institute / Deputy Mayor / Paris Centre
Gaëlle Mareuge (France) : Project Manager for Cultural and Creative Industries, Social Link Department / French Development Agency
Olivier Joseph Abanda (Cameroon) : Director / Olia Lima International School of Music
Élodie Finel (Mozambique) : Director / 16Neto Cultural Space
Douce Namwezi N'Ibamba  (DR Congo) : Director / Uwezo Afrika Initiative
Habib Dechraoui (France) : Founder and Artistic Director / Arabesques Festival

The conference will address the issue of access to musical culture on the African continent, exploring the challenges of musical education and transmission.

This conference is organized in partnership with Accès Culture

Thursday 21st November, 12pm-1.30pm, Mohammed VI Museum (Auditorium)

Valorization of Traditional African Musical Instruments: Heritage, Creative Challenges, and Socio-Economic Development
SPEAKERS :

Ghita Khaldi (moderator) (Morocco) : Director of cultural projects , Founder / NGO Afrikayna 
Ahmed Margaa (Morocco): Museum Curator / National Museum of Music
Mourad Belouadi (Morocco): Musician and composer 
Michel N'Doh (Ivory Coast) : Cultural Engineer and Researcher in Organology,     Co-initiator / Project of Traditional African Instruments collection and promotion  (VITA)
Fouzi Chayab (Morocco): Technical director for major festivals
Khalid BELHAIBA (Morocco): President of the Moroccan Association of Master Luthiers
Bensalh Romh (Morocco) : Multidisciplinary artist, sculptor, and musician

The conference will address the issue of the valorization of traditional African musical instruments, as well as the socio-economic challenges of their preservation and contemporary use.

This conference is organized in partnership with AFRIKAYANA, in association with Sandjia and EAC L’Boulevard, with the support of the Arab Fund for Arts and Culture and the Swiss Agency for Development.

Friday 22nd November, 10am-11.30am, Mohammed VI Museum (Auditorium)

Music Festivals in Africa and the MENA Region : Territorial attractiveness and socio-economic impact . What are the challenges ?
SPEAKERS :

Seth Jordan (moderator) (Australia) : Music journalist, radio broadcaster, and festival consultant
Christine Okako (DR Congo) : Artistic Production Manager / Amani Festival
Marjana Jaidi (Morocco): Artistic Director / Oasis festival
Faisal Kiwewa (Uganda) : Founder and Artistic Director / BAYIMBA Cultural Foundation
Nkong Victoria (Nigeria) : C.E.O/ Qtaby Events; Associate Producer / AFRIMA AWARDS
Walter Wanyanya (Zimbabwe) : Founder & Director / Jacaranda Music Festival

The conference will explore the socio-economic impact of festivals, their contribution to regional development, and the specific challenges they face in their growth and sustainability.

This conference is organized in partnership with Organisation Internationale de La Francophonie et SACEM

Friday 22nd November, 12pm-1:30pm, Mohammed VI Museum (Auditorium)

Inclusion and diversity in the music industry: The central role of women in empowerment and community development.
SPEAKERS :

Katherine McVicker (moderator) (USA) :  Founder / Arts Connect Africa

Director / Music Works International

Gwenaëlle Kerboul (France) :  Founder and Consultant / Miracle Agency; President / Mewem- mentoring program for women entrepreneurs.
Violet Maila (South Africa) : Projects Manager / Music In Africa Foundation
Priscila Santana (USA) :  Programming manager for the iconic SummerStage Festival in New York city
Nathalie Roy (France) : Cultural action Department / SACEM music pole
Ana Gomez de Castro (Spain) : PR and CSR Manager / Live Nation Spain

The conference will address the challenges faced by women in the music industry, celebrate their achievements, and discuss strategies for a more inclusive and equitable future in the field.

This conference is organized in partnership with the International Organization of La Francophonie.

Saturday 23rd November, 10am-11.30am, Mohammed VI Museum (Auditorium)

Exploring the Mediterranean music industry , music trade and talent diversity across the region
SPEAKERS :

Olivier Rey (moderator) (France) : Director / Babel XP
Armand Llaçer (Spain) :  Director / Fira Trovam and Valencia Music Office 
Celine Hitti (France) : Head of Artist Services / Believe MENA
Sonia Noor (Morocco) : Singer and Songwriter
Nabil Canaan (Lebanon) : Director / Station Beirut
Dareen (Egypt) : Singer and Songwriter

The conference will analyze the current state of the music industry in the Mediterranean region, highlighting local and international successes, emerging trends, and collaboration opportunities.

This conference is organized in partnership with The Spanish Wave @ Live Nation Spain, Embassy of Spain in Morocco & Instituto Cervantes

Saturday 23rd November, 12pm-1.30pm, Mohammed VI Museum (Auditorium)

Intra-African mobility of artists and music professionals: Current state, practices, and solutions.
SPEAKERS :

Camille Seck (moderator) (Senegal-France) : Founding member / KAANI
Babylas Ndiaye (Senegal) :  President / Arterial Network 
Pierre Claver Mabiala (Congo) : Founder / YARO Cultural Space and N'SANGU NDJ-NDJ Festival
Ghita Khaldi (Morocco) : Director of cultural projects; Founder / NGO Afrikayna
Didier Awadi (Senegal) : Singer and Songwriter

The conference will explore the solutions to be built, and the advocacy efforts needed to ensure the free movement of artists and music professionals across the African continent.

This conference is organized in partnership with Zone Franche

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