AZİZ OZOUSS
ribab & vocals (Morroco)
Aziz Ozouss, born in 1991 in Biougra, Chtouka Ait Baha, Morocco, is a distinguished Moroccan artist. Growing up immersed in the pure, authentic music of the Amazigh people—such as Ajmak, Rwaiss, Ahiyad, Houara, Isimgane, and other regional styles of Mass Deraa—he developed a profound appreciation for his musical heritage.
In 2005, Aziz began learning various Moroccan classical music instruments, including the violin and guitar. Deeply influenced by Rwaiss and Isimgane art, particularly the principal instrument Ribab, he started mastering it in 2008. Following his instinct, he also learned the rules and controls of other traditional instruments like the “Lotar” and “Talutara Isemgan.”
By 2012, Aziz had enrolled in the music conservatory as a violinist. His dedication and practice led him to join local music bands and participate in various shows and festivals.
CAREER MILESTONES
In 2016, recorded his first album, “AMZWARO” featuring five songs. This album showcases his extensive experience as an artist, merging Amazigh themes with local traditional instruments and world music.
Aziz’s motivation, willpower, and perseverance have shaped him into a humble artist with a dream of spreading Moroccan Amazigh music and culture worldwide.
FESTIVAL & VENUES
Aziz has performed internationally at prestigious festivals and venues, including:
New Delhi International Jazz Festival (IN)
Timitar (MA)
L’bolevard (MA)
Essaouira Festival Gnaoua (MA)
Jazz au Chellah (MA)
Artis a Ria Festival (MA)
Tan Tan (MA)
Khlliwha Binatna (MA)
Azawan (MA)
Tolérance Fifta (MA)
Talguit’art (MA)
Imurig (MA)
Lgergaa Tifnot (MA)
COLLABORATIONS
Aziz has collaborated with numerous international artists, including:
Saad Elmjarrad
Karim Ziad
Mehdi Nassouli
Mehdi Qamoum
Mr. ID
Kaoutar Sadik
Soukaina Fahsi
Houssam Gania
Mariem Aassid
Samia Ahmed
Yousera Mansour
Maalam Abdesslam Ali Kan
Ramon
Hind Ennaira
Tabaamrant
Hicham Massin
Amin Bliha
Anouar Saidi
Naisam Jalal
Fama Mbaye Sarr
Fabrizio Cassol
Lala Tamar
Vieux Farka
Haile Supreme
Courtni Hartmand
Eugenio Bennato
Stephane Edouard
Lenny Air
Carlos Menezes
Arifa Quartet
Fatima Tihitit
Mara
Rodrigo Lino
Vitor Guerreiro
Mario Lopes
Mohamed Derouich
WORKSHOPS & ARTISTIC RESIDENCIES
Aziz has participated in several workshops and artistic residencies, such as:
- Mediterranean Youth Orchestra Media Network Project Workshop (TR)
- Artist Management and Production Workshops by UNESCO, funded by the German government (MA)
- Workshop in Aix en Provence (FR)
- Artistic Resident at “Artes a Rua” Festival with Soukaina Fahsi, Carlos Menezes, Mara, Rodrigo Lino, Vitor Guerreiro, Mario Lopes, & Cantares Évora (PT)
- Onebeat Sahara Artistic Residency with 23 artists from North Africa and the U.S. (DZ)
- Arts of Cirque Karacena Festival Artistic Residency (MA)
- Essaouira Gnaoua Festival Artistic Residency (MA)
Aziz Ozouss continues to inspire and share the rich traditions of Moroccan Amazigh music globally.
