كناوة
Gnawa music is a spiritual, hypnotic North African musical tradition characterized by repetitive, trance-inducing rhythms, call-and-response vocals, and the deep, percussive resonance of the guembri. It serves as a bridge between sub-Saharan African roots and Moroccan Sufi mysticism, often associated with healing ceremonies known as 'Lila'.
Origin: Morocco, with deep historical roots in sub-Saharan West Africa.
Era: Ancient roots with modern global fusion evolution, dating back centuries.
