Ibrahim Maalouf to Perform in Rabat on September 22, 2026

Thursday 17 September 2026 - 10:19

Ibrahim Maalouf will take the stage at the Royal Theatre of Rabat on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 8:30 PM, to present his musical project “Trumpets of Michelangelo”. The concert is part of a program that highlights creations open to dialogue between cultures and contemporary aesthetics.

A Meeting Between Jazz and Eastern Heritage

Born in Beirut and settled in France from a young age, Ibrahim Maalouf has built his artistic identity around a journey that blends classical training with Eastern musical heritage. His universe has gradually developed at the intersection of jazz, Eastern music, and contemporary creation.

Throughout his career, the trumpeter and composer has performed on numerous international stages and has collaborated in various genres, ranging from jazz to pop, rock, cinema, and live performance. His journey has notably earned him two Grammy Award nominations.

The Four-Valve Trumpet at the Core of His Universe

One of the unique features of Ibrahim Maalouf's musical language lies in the use of a four-valve trumpet, designed by his father, trumpeter Nassim Maalouf.

This instrument allows for the reproduction of the quarter tones characteristic of Arabic music. It thus serves as a bridge between the sounds of Eastern musical tradition and the possibilities offered by the Western trumpet.

This instrumental uniqueness also occupies a central place in “Trumpets of Michelangelo,” a project in which the artist explores notions of transmission, lineage, and the circulation of musical influences. Improvisation and collective energy also play a significant role here.

Rabat Welcomes Contemporary Creation

Ibrahim Maalouf's arrival in Rabat marks a new step in his presence on international stages. The concert will allow the audience to discover or reconnect with an artist whose journey is based on bridging different musical universes.

For the Royal Theatre of Rabat, this performance is part of a programming dedicated to artists and creations that promote exchanges between cultures and contemporary artistic expressions.