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    Tuesday, November 19

    VISA FOR MUSIC PRE OPENING PARTY
    Starting at 9PM
    Time
    Le Dhow
    Location
    Title
    PRE Visa For Music Evening
    Partners
    SODEC – Québec Créatif Bureau du Québec à Rabat 3zem
    The evening features from Morocco Figoshin, rising star and winner of the BNJ City Contest and the Don Bigg Challenge; multilingual pop/indie artist Nada, awarded AFRIMA’s Best Female Artist in North Africa in 2019; and from Quebec, renowned actress, writer, and slam poet Queen Ka, alongside composer, performer, and producer Miro, known for his collaborations with European artists like Quentin Mosimann. 🎶
    ACCESS
    Free Entry

    Wednesday, November 20

    Carnival Parade & Artistic Performances
    SHOWCASES LIVE STAGES
    Showcases After Stage
    04:00pm – 04:30pm
    Time
    Hassan District
    Location
    Title
    Urban Carnival Parade VFM
    04:30pm – 05:00pm
    Time
    Mohammed V Theater Esplanade
    Location
    Title
    Artistic Performances and Photocall
    Access
    Free Entry
    Location
    Théatre Mohammed V Stage
    Opening Speech of the Festival and Tribute Presentation
    05:00pm – 05:45pm
    Tasuta n-imal – Morocco
    06:00pm – 06:45pm
    FERRO GAITA – Cape Verde
    07:00pm – 07:45pm
    VALERIE EKOUME – Cameroon – France
    08:00pm – 08:45pm
    Location
    Chellah Stage
    RJ Kanierra – Congo DR
    11:00pm – 11:45pm
    DJ OMARY – Morocco
    00:00am – 00:45am
    DJ MONILE – Morocco – Spain
    01:00am – 01:45am

    THURSDAY, November 21

    Activities & Networking
    CONFERENCES
    MASTERCLASSES
    WORKSHOPS
    SIDE EVENTS
    SHOWCASES LIVE STAGES
    SHOWCASES AFTER STAGE
    EXPOSTAND
    EXHIBITION
    SPEED MEETINGS
    02:00PM – 05:00PM
    Time
    Mohammed V Theatre Esplanade
    location
    Title
    Networking under the Visa for Music Grand Tent

    02:00PM Networking under the Visa for Music Big Top

    02:30 PM “Lanmou Fan Mka” Carnival Performance

    03:15PM “Explosion V” Carnival Performance

    04:00PM Hip Hop dance demonstrations and performances by artists from the “Hip Hop Academy” collective

    10:00am – 11:30am
    Time
    Auditorium Museum Mohammed VI
    Location
    Title
    Access to culture in the field of music: Capacity development in music and new professions
    Partner
    Accès Culture

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

    Access
    Free access upon presentation of accreditation or a pass
    12:00pm – 01:30pm
    Time
    Auditorium Museum Mohammed VI
    Location
    Title
    Valorization of Traditional African Musical Instruments: Heritage, Creative Challenges, and Socio-Economic Development
    Partners
    – AFRIKAYNA
    – Arab Fund for Arts And Culture
    – Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation
    The conference will address the issue of promoting traditional African musical instruments as well as the socio-economic challenges of their preservation and current use.
    Access
    Free access upon presentation of accreditation or a pass
    02:30pm – 04:00pm
    Time
    Mohammed VI Museum (Auditorium)
    Location
    Title
    Spotify for Artists: Discovering a Path
    Partner
    SPOTIFY
    The masterclass will spotlight the Moroccan rap artist Tchubi, who will share his inspiring journey, from the emergence of his initial musical ideas to his early performances. He will also answer questions from the participating young artists, providing valuable advice to support them in their own paths.
    Access
    Free Access with an Accreditation or Pass
    02:30pm – 04:00pm
    Time
    French Institute of Morocco (Gerard Philippe Hall)
    Location
    Title
    From studio to stage
    Partner
    COSMOTION Delegation Générale Wallonie Bruxelles à Rabat
    In a rapidly evolving music industry, the MasterClass led by three experts will cover the essential skills for success, from studio production to live performance, along with marketing and career management.
    Access
    Free Access with an Accreditation or Pass
    10:00am – 12:00pm

    Time

    French Institute of Morocco (Gerard Philippe Hall)
    Location
    Title
    From the Local Stage to International Festivals: Accessing Global Opportunities for Emerging Artists
    Partner
    Pro Helvetia
    This workshop aims to address the questions emerging artists and their agents have about transitioning from the local level to international opportunities, particularly in terms of festival programming.
    Access
    Registration
    10:00am – 01:00pm
    Time
    Hiba Foundation (Hiba Lab) VFM Stages
    Location
    Title
    Empowering Skills in Music Technical Professions
    Partner
    Esperanzah!
    This 5-day training program aims to educate young professionals interested in the technical aspects of music, focusing on the fundamentals and techniques of sound and lighting. It consists of morning workshops and live immersion on the stages of the Visa For Music festival in the afternoons.
    Access
    Registration
    03:00pm – 05:30pm
    Time
    Hiba Foundation (Hiba Lab) VFM Stages
    Location
    Title
    Empowering Skills in Music Technical Professions
    Partner
    Esperanzah!
    This 5-day training program aims to educate young professionals interested in the technical aspects of music, focusing on the fundamentals and techniques of sound and lighting. It consists of morning workshops and live immersion on the stages of the Visa For Music festival in the afternoons.
    Access
    Registration
    10:00am – 12:00pm
    Time
    Hiba Foundation (Café la Scène)

    Location

    Title
    Mastering Contemporary Music and Afrobeat – TRAINING SESSION
    Partner
    Optimiste Produktions
    The Side Event will explain the usefulness of mastering, whether for the final rendering of a project, the integration of techniques during the creation, production, and mixing phases, as well as the fundamentals of sound for a smoother understanding. It will also cover digital techniques and tools.
    Access
    By registration
    Registration
    01:00pm – 04:00pm
    Time
    Hiba Foundation (Café la Scène)

    Location

    Title
    Mastering Contemporary Music and Afrobeat – TRAINING SESSION
    Partner
    Optimiste Produktions

    The Side Event will explain the usefulness of mastering, whether for the final rendering of a project, the integration of techniques during the creation, production, and mixing phases, as well as the fundamentals of sound for a smoother understanding. It will also cover digital techniques and tools.

    Access
    By registration
    Registration
    Location

    Mohammed V Theater Stage

    Karyna Gomes – Guinea-Bissau
    06:15pm – 07:00pm
    AICHA TRAORE – Ivory Coast
    07:30pm – 08:15pm
    Enzo Favata – The Crossing – Italy
    08:45pm – 09:30pm

    NOMFUSI – South Africa

    10:00pm – 10:45pm
    Location
    Renaissance Stage
    Esinam and Sibusile Xaba – South Africa
    05:30PM – 06:15PM

    SYNA AWEL – Algeria – France

    06:30pm – 07:15pm

    ASSIA BRASS BAND
     – Benin

    07:45pm – 08:30pm

    TOTO ST – Angola

    09:00pm – 09:45pm

    SAHAD – Senegal

    10:15pm – 11:00pm
    Location
    Bahnini Stage

    The TWO – Mauritius – Switzerland

    06:45pm – 07:30pm

    O C’EST NOUS – France / Madagascar

    08:00pm – 08:45pm
    NOON – UAE
    09:15pm – 10:00pm

    TiPIK Seychelles – Seychelles

    10:30pm – 11:15pm
    Location
    Chellah Stage

    TRANSE GNAWA EXPRESS – France / Morocco

    11:00pm – 11:45pm

    Kimyan Law – Austria / DR Congo

    00:00am – 00:45am

    DJ Smemo – Morocco

    01H00 – 01h45
    10:00am – 05:00pm
    Time
    Mohammed V Theater (1st & 2nd Floor)
    Location
    The Visa For Music Expostand, located at the heart of the Mohammed V National Theatre, offers around sixty professionals a unique visibility, allowing them to promote their activities and expand their network with potential clients and partners.
    Access
    Free Access with an Accreditation or Pass
    10:00am – 05:00pm
    Time
    Mohammed V Theater (3rd Floor)
    Location

    The Instrumenthèque of Africa showcases around sixty ancestral instruments, aiming to preserve and highlight these cultural treasures, while revitalizing the local craftsmanship market and safeguarding a threatened expertise.

    Access
    Free Access with an Accreditation or Pass
    03:00pm – 05:00pm
    Time
    Ex Court House
    Location
    One-on-one sessions that allow artists, their managers, as well as festival directors and programmers, to meet.
    Access
    Pre-registration required

    Friday, November 22

    Activities & Networking
    CONFERENCES
    MASTERCLASSES
    WORKSHOPS
    SIDE EVENTS
    SHOWCASES LIVE STAGES
    SHOWCASES AFTER STAGE
    EXPOSTAND
    EXHIBITION
    SPEED MEETINGS
    02:00pm – 05:00pm
    Time
    Mohammed V Theatre Esplanade
    Location
    Title
    Networking under the Visa for Music Grand Tent

    02:00PM: Networking under the Visa for Music Big Top

    02:30PM: “Lanmou Fan Mka” Carnival Performance

    03:15PM: “Explosion V” Carnival Performance

    04:00PM: Hip Hop dance demonstrations and performances by artists from the “Hip Hop Academy” collective

    10:00pm – 11:30pm
    Time
    Auditorium Museum Mohammed VI
    Location
    Title
    Music Festivals in Africa and the MENA Region: Territorial attractiveness and socio-economic impact. What are the challenges?
    Partners
    – International Organization of La Francophonie
    – SACEM

    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.

    Access
    Free Access with an Accreditation or Pass
    12:00pm – 13:30pm
    Time
    Auditorium Museum Mohammed VI
    Location
    Title
    Inclusion and diversity in the music industry: The central role of women in empowerment and community development.
    Partner
    the International Organization of La Francophonie.

    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.

    Access
    Free Access with an Accreditation or Pass
    11:00am – 12:30pm
    Time
    French Institute of Morocco (Gerard Philippe Hall)
    Location
    Title
    Restructuring a Festival: The Case of the International Festival of Dougga in Tunisia
    Partner
    Festival International de Dougga
    The masterclass will provide insight into the behind-the-scenes work of the restructuring project for the International Festival of Dougga, highlighting the challenges faced and exploring the solutions implemented to build a sustainable cultural future for the city of Dougga.
    Access
    Free Access with an Accreditation or Pass
    02:30pm – 04:00pm
    Time
    Mohammed VI Museum (Auditorium)
    Location
    Title
    Spotify for Artists: Exploring a Streaming Platform
    Partner
    SPOTIFY
    The MasterClass will provide young artists with an overview of the essential tools to promote their music, grow their audience, and optimize their presence on Spotify.
    Access
    Free Access with an Accreditation or Pass
    02:30pm – 04:00pm
    Time
    French Institute of Morocco (Gerard Philippe Hall)
    Location
    Title
    Verlatour / Immersion
    Partner
    INSTITUT FRANÇAIS DU MAROC
    The MasterClass will explore an interactive electro performance where the audience becomes part of the show. Participants will discover the creative process that combines music, image, and new technologies, as well as strategies for engaging the audience within a pre-established set, highlighting the creators’ journeys and the design stages of Immersion.
    Access
    Free Access with an Accreditation or Pass
    10:00am – 01:00pm
    Time
    French Institute of Rabat (Fab Lab)
    Location
    Title
    Introduction to Interactive Music and Music Creation for Video Games
    Partner
    Institut Français du Maroc
    As part of the Digital November program, the workshop will introduce the fundamental principles that enable music to dynamically adapt to a game’s actions and events, creating an immersive and engaging experience for players.
    Access
    Registration
    10:00am – 01:00pm
    Time
    Hiba Foundation (Hiba Lab) VFM Stages
    Location
    Title
    Empowering Skills in Music Technical Professions
    Partners
    – Esperanzah!
    – WBI
    This 5-day training program aims to educate young professionals interested in the technical aspects of music, focusing on the fundamentals and techniques of sound and lighting. It consists of morning workshops and live immersion on the stages of the Visa For Music festival in the afternoons.
    Access
    Registration
    03:00pm – 05:00pm
    Time
    Hiba Foundation (Hiba Lab) VFM Stages
    Location
    Title
    Empowering Skills in Music Technical Professions
    Partners
    – Esperanzah!
    – WBI
    This 5-day training program aims to educate young professionals interested in the technical aspects of music, focusing on the fundamentals and techniques of sound and lighting. It consists of morning workshops and live immersion on the stages of the Visa For Music festival in the afternoons.
    Access
    Registration
    10:00am – 01:00pm
    Time
    Onomo Terminus (Chellah Hall)
    Location
    Title
    Business Incubation Program in the Cultural and Creative Industries (PIICC) INFORMATION SESSION
    Institutional partners
    – Wallonie Bruxelles International
    – Ministère de la Jeunesse, de la Culture et de la Communication
    Program partners
    – Association 4S Fest
    – Fondation Marcel Hicter pour la démocratie culturelle
    – K&Co
    This information session will present the Business Incubation Program for Cultural and Creative Industries (PIICC) and how it aims to support cultural stakeholders in optimizing their funding applications to the European Union.
    Access
    Free access upon presentation of accreditation or a pass
    02:00pm – 04:00pm
    Time
    Hiba Foundation (Cafe La Scène)

    Location

    Title
    Access to the German Music Market: Insights and Experiences – ROUND TABLE
    Partner
    Goethe Institute Morocco
    This round table offers a quick dive into the German music market, highlighting opportunities for emerging artists and sharing insider perspectives from industry experts. Following the panel, you are invited for a drink to gather and network.
    Access
    Free access upon presentation of accreditation or a pass
    Location
    Mohammed V Theater Stage

    Guitar Kanun Duet – Austria / Greece

    05:00pm – 05:45pm
    Sarah & Ismael – Morocco
    06:15pm – 07:00pm

    Ouled El Bled – France / Morocco

    07:30pm – 08:15pm
    HELSINKI-COTONOU ENSEMBLE – Finland / Benin
    08:45pm – 09:30pm
    Julian Belbachir – AUSTRALIA / Morocco
    10:00pm – 10:45pm
    Location
    Renaissance Stage
    Odamz Sirleaf / JD Donzo / Star Haiti – Liberia
    05:30pm – 06:15pm

    SONIA NOOR – Morocco

    06:30pm – 07:15pm

    DIDIER AWADI – Senegal

    07:45pm – 08:30pm

    Benny Adam – Morocco / Quebec (CA)

    09:00pm – 09:45pm

    Tchubi – Morocco

    10:15pm – 11:00pm
    Location
    Bahnini Stage

    La Cendejas – Spain

    06:45pm – 07:30pm

    Swing Original Monks – Ecuador

    08:00pm – 08:45pm

    AYOM – Spain – Portugal

    09:15pm – 10:00pm

    Riccie Oriach – Dominican Republic

    10:30pm – 11:15pm
    Location
    Chellah Stage

    BENBOO – Tunisia

    11:00pm – 11:45pm
    Maria Malasangre – Brazil
    00:00am – 00:45am
    D33PSOUL – Morocco
    01:00am – 01:45am
    10:00am – 06:00pm
    Time
    Mohammed V Theater (1st & 2nd Floor)
    Location
    The Visa For Music Expostand, located at the heart of the Mohammed V National Theatre, offers around sixty professionals a unique visibility, allowing them to promote their activities and expand their network with potential clients and partners.
    Access
    Free Access with an Accreditation or Pass
    10:00am – 06:00pm
    Time
    Mohammed V Theater (3rd Floor)
    Location
    The Instrumenthèque of Africa showcases around sixty ancestral instruments, aiming to preserve and highlight these cultural treasures, while revitalizing the local craftsmanship market and safeguarding a threatened expertise.
    Access
    Free Access with an Accreditation or Pass
    03:30pm – 06:00pm
    Time
    Ex Court House
    Location
    One-on-one sessions that allow artists, their managers, as well as festival directors and programmers, to meet.
    Access
    Pre-registration required

    SATURDAY, November 23

    Activities & Networking
    CONFERENCES
    MASTERCLASSES
    WORKSHOPS
    SHOWCASES LIVE STAGES
    SHOWCASES AFTER STAGE
    EXPOSTAND
    EXHIBITION
    02:00pm – 05:00pm
    Time
    Mohammed V Theatre Esplanade
    Location
    Title
    Networking under the Visa for Music Grand Tent

    02:00PM: Networking under the Visa for Music Big Top

    03:00PM: “Lanmou Fan Mka” Carnival Performance

    04:00PM: “Explosion V” Carnival Performance

    10:00am – 11:30am
    Time
    Mohammed VI Museum (Auditorium)
    Location
    Title
    Exploring the mediterranean music industry, music trade and talent diversity across the region.
    Partners
    – The Spanish Wave @ Live Nation Spain
    – Ambassade d’Espagne au Maroc

    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.

    Access
    Free Access with an Accreditation or Pass
    12:00pm – 01:30pm
    Time
    Mohammed VI Museum (Auditorium)
    Location
    Title
    Intra-African mobility of artists and music professionals: Current state, practices, and solutions.
    Partner
    Zone Franche

    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.

    Access
    Free Access with an Accreditation or Pass
    02:30pm – 04:30pm
    Time
    Mohammed VI Museum (Auditorium)
    Location
    Title
    Music Publishing Explained for Musicians and Their Representatives
    Partners
    – Québec Créatif (SODEC)
    – BUREAU DU QUÉBEC
    The masterclass aims to inform artists about the challenges of music publishing and demonstrate how it can enhance their careers and optimize their income.
    Access
    Free Access with an Accreditation or Pass
    02:30pm – 03:30pm
    Time
    French Institute of Morocco (Gerard Philippe Hall)
    Location
    Title
    Discovering the World of Copyright: Introduction to the CLIP Tool
    Partner
    WIPO
    The Masterclass will highlight the challenges faced by artists, emphasizing the importance of understanding their rights to build a successful music career.
    Access
    Free Access with an Accreditation or Pass
    10:00am – 01:00pm
    Time
    French Institute of Rabat (Fab lab)
    Location
    Title
    Introduction to Interactive Music and Music Creation for Video Games
    Partner
    Institut Français du Maroc
    As part of the Digital November program, the workshop will introduce the fundamental principles that enable music to dynamically adapt to a game’s actions and events, creating an immersive and engaging experience for players.
    Access
    REGISTRATION
    10:00am – 12:00pm
    Time
    Onomo Terminus (Salle Chellah)
    Location
    Title
    Business Incubation Program in the Cultural and Creative Industries (PIICC): Optimizing your application to the European Union: strategies and best practices
    Institutional Partners
    – Wallonie Bruxelles International
    – Ministère de la Jeunesse, de la Culture et de la Communication
    Program Partners
    – Association 4S Fest
    – Fondation Marcel Hicter pour la démocratie culturelle
    – K&Co
    This workshop is designed to provide you with the tools to start a cultural cooperation process with the European Union’s funding programs.
    An important condition for participating in the workshop is having attended the information session on Friday, November 22.
    Access
    REGISTRATION
    01:00pm – 03:30pm
    Time
    Onomo Terminus (Salle Chellah)
    Location
    Title
    Business Incubation Program in the Cultural and Creative Industries (PIICC): Optimizing your application to the European Union: strategies and best practices
    Institutional Partners
    – Wallonie Bruxelles International
    – Ministère de la Jeunesse, de la Culture et de la Communication
    Program Partners
    – Association 4S Fest
    – Fondation Marcel Hicter pour la démocratie culturelle
    – K&Co
    This workshop is designed to provide you with the tools to start a cultural cooperation process with the European Union’s funding programs.
    An important condition for participating in the workshop is having attended the information session on Friday, November 22.
    Access
    REGISTRATION
    10:00am – 01:00pm
    Heure
    Goethe Institute of Morocco
    Location
    Title
    Introduction to the World of DJing
    Partners
    – SoundSisters
    – Goethe Institute Morocco
    This workshop will provide a comprehensive introduction to the world of DJing, covering both the equipment and basic terminology.
    Accès
    REGISTRATION
    Location
    Mohammed V Theater Stage
    Suonno d’Ajere – Italy
    05:00pm – 05:45pm
    ARKAI – USA
    06:15pm – 07:00pm

    Albaitil Ashwai – Jordan

    07:30pm – 08:15pm

    MONEKA Arabic Jazz – Canada / Iraq

    08:45pm – 09:30pm

    URBAN FOLKLORE – Morocco

    10:00pm – 10:45pm
    Location
    Renaissance Stage

    Loyik Afana – Cameroon

    05:30pm – 06:15pm
    Jeanne Côté – QUEBEC (CA) Kawtar Sadik – Morocco
    06:30pm – 07:15pm

    Dareen – Egypt

    07:45pm – 08:30pm

    Bab El West – France / Morocco

    09:00pm – 09:45pm

    ZAR ELECTERIK – France / Morocco

    10:15pm – 11:00pm
    Location
    Bahnini Stage

    Bia Ferreira – Brazil

    06:45pm – 07:30pm

    XIIDO – South Korea

    08:00pm – 08:45pm

    CARMEN Y MARIA – Spain

    09:15pm – 10:00pm

    Rita L’Oujdia – Morocco

    10:30pm – 11:15pm
    Location
    Chellah Stage
    Verlatour – France
    11:00pm – 11:45pm
    DJ Channel – Senegal
    00:00am – 00:45am

    DJ Zurückbleiben bitte
     – Australia / Germany

    01:00am – 01:45am
    10:00am – 06:00pm
    Time
    Mohammed V Theater (1st & 2nd Floor)
    Location
    The Visa For Music Expo Stand, located in the heart of the Mohammed V National Theater, provides around sixty professionals with unique visibility, allowing them to promote their activities and expand their network with potential clients and partners.
    Access
    Free Access with an Accreditation or Pass
    10:00pm – 06:00pm
    Time
    Mohammed V Theater (3rd Floor)
    Location
    The Instrumenthèque of Africa showcases around sixty ancestral instruments, aiming to preserve and highlight these cultural treasures, while revitalizing the local craftsmanship market and safeguarding a threatened expertise.
    Access
    Free Access with an Accreditation or Pass