A soulful journey through ancient African roots and spiritual rhythms of Gnawa music.

Ismail's solo performance reflects the rich history of Gnawa music, a spiritual tradition rooted in West African heritage and carried to North Africa centuries ago, blending African rhythms with Moroccan devotional sounds. As he plays the gimbri, he performs traditional Gnawa songs and shares insights about the history of the tradition, explaining the meanings behind its ancient rhythms and their connection to spirituality, healing, and ancestral memory.

Ismail is a Gnawa musician, gembre player, and bassist whose work bridges ancestral Moroccan traditions with contemporary global sounds. Born and raised in Casablanca, Morocco, he began playing Gnawa music at the age of 11. Immersed in Gnawa culture from a young age, Ismail learned the foundations of the tradition. At the heart of Ismail’s musical journey is a commitment to preserving and honoring Gnawa tradition while bringing people together through peace and love. Through rhythm and chant, his work reflects a deep belief in music as a unifying and healing force, one that connects souls across cultures, backgrounds, and generations, and affirms music’s power to heal the soul and create shared human connection.

With only 107 seats, shows at Révéler are intimate and immersive. A romantic venue with exquisite sound and dreamy vibes, Révéler offers a unique selection of cocktails, wines, beers, bubbles, and non-alcoholic beverages. Our kitchen delivers small plates crafted with care. Note: We kindly ask guests to keep voices low during the show so that everyone can focus on the performance.

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