VFM IN BRIEF
Africa, Cradle and
Future of Music
Future of Music
The African Music Scene
The African music scene is vibrant and inspiring, as rich as it is creative. From traditional rhythms to contemporary sounds, Africa offers an exceptional musical diversity that deserves international recognition.
Yet artists from Africa and the Middle East still lack international visibility, despite their undeniable talent and boundless creativity.
The creation of Visa For Music
It was from this paradox that Visa For Music, the first professional market and festival for music from Africa and the Middle East, was born in 2014. A pioneering initiative to bridge the gap between African talent and international opportunities.
Visa For Music is a unique event that brings together players in the Moroccan and international music industry, creating a bridge between continents and cultures.
Vision and Impact
Visa For Music showcases the continent’s musicians and artistic creativity. It also includes conferences, speed-meetings, workshops and training courses to multiply encounters and open up the field of possibilities.
Every year, for four days, Visa For Music takes the pulse of Rabat, “City of Light and African Capital of Culture”, to the rhythm of
VFM IN FIGURES
SINCE 2014
SINCE 2014
Discover the impact and growth of Visa For Music over the years, an essential platform for music professionals.
8,400
Professionals
Active participants since 2014
400
Exhibitors
Companies and organizations
332
Showcases
Artistic performances