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Hasna el Becharia

Hasna el Becharia is a distinguished Algerian musician, singer and songwriter renowned for her exceptional skills on the guembri, a traditional stringed instrument often associated with Gnawa music. Born in Bechar, a Saharan region of Algeria, Hasna has carved out a unique place in the North African music scene, defying gender norms in a genre traditionally played by men. She learned to play the guembri from her father and uncles, further enhancing the deep cultural heritage of her music.

Hasna's work is a vibrant tapestry that weaves together the rich cultural influences of Berber, Gnawa, and Arabic music while underscoring the stories and challenges of her homeland. Her most recent projects, "Les couleurs du sahara," "Smaa smaa," and "Djazaïr Johara," are testaments to her unwavering commitment to celebrating Algerian identity and maintaining the traditional sounds of the Sahara, while also injecting contemporary flair and social commentary into her artistry. As both a musician and a cultural ambassador, Hasna el Becharia has achieved critical acclaim and continues to inspire with her powerful fusion of ancestral rhythms and modern sensibilities.

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