The 11th edition of the Kabyle Song Festival, a celebration of Kabyle music and culture, is set to take place in Béjaïa, Algeria. The festival, which will be dedicated to the late Djamila, a renowned Kabyle singer who passed away on October 29 at the age of 89, aims to promote and preserve Kabyle music. As part of the festival, a nationwide search has been launched for amateur musicians to participate in a competition.
The competition, which was launched last week in Béjaïa, is open to amateur musicians aged 30 and under, who are members of a music group with a minimum of five original songs. The groups, which can have up to six members, must submit their applications, including a completed registration form, to the festival secretariat by January 5, 2020. A jury of professionals will select participants for the festival.
According to Abdi Lyazid, the festival's commissioner, the competition aims to discover new talents and promote Kabyle music. The selected participants will undergo several rounds of selection before the winners are announced. The winner of the competition will represent Kabyle music at the upcoming Amazigh Festival in Tamenraset.
The festival, which has been running for 11 years, aims to improve and grow each year. Lyazid stated that the festival's organizers plan to create a compilation of performances and works from previous editions and publish a magazine to commemorate the festival's history. The event is expected to take place soon in Béjaïa, the capital of the Hammadites.
Djamila, the festival's namesake, was a prominent figure in Kabyle music, known for her contributions to the genre. Her passing has been mourned by the Kabyle community, and the festival's dedication to her legacy aims to celebrate her life and work. The festival's organizers hope to attract a new generation of musicians and fans to the event.
The Kabyle Song Festival has become an important event in Algeria's cultural calendar, promoting Kabyle music and culture. The competition, which is part of the festival, provides a platform for amateur musicians to showcase their talents and gain recognition. The event is expected to attract a large audience and generate interest in Kabyle music.
The festival's organizers have set clear criteria for participation, ensuring that only eligible musicians can take part in the competition. With a focus on promoting new talents and preserving Kabyle music, the 11th edition of the Kabyle Song Festival promises to be an exciting event.
Key points
- The 11th Kabyle Song Festival will be dedicated to the late Djamila, a renowned Kabyle singer.
- A nationwide search has been launched for amateur musicians to participate in a competition as part of the festival.
- The winner of the competition will represent Kabyle music at the upcoming Amazigh Festival in Tamenraset.
