Lila. /lee·lah/
An ancient word with many meanings:
Lila (Arabic: ليلى), is a variant of the Arabic and Hebrew words for "night".
In Hinduism (Sanskrit: लीला , līlā) it is the term focusing on Divine play, or the effortless relation between the Absolute, or Brahman, and the contingent world.
music ✸ dance ✸ spirit
The LILA series is a collection of documentary episodes showcasing cultures around the world that bridge spirituality with the arts.
These vignettes reveal how traditional cultures have used the arts (particularly music & dance) for spiritual communion, prayer and healing, and also show the evolution of these traditions and the challenges they are facing today.
In addition to the docu-series, we also host in-person events and group trips around the world.
FIRST EPISODE
L I L A
A Journey into the Gnawa Tradition of Morocco
“This music style is made for sick people,
if they need to heal from an internal sickness,
or if anyone is feeling bad,
they go to the “Lila”
and enjoy the rituals and dancing
to free themselves.”
SECOND EPISODE (coming in 2024)
S E M A
A Journey into Rumi & the Whirling Dervishes
“It is not ordinary music,
this dervish music, it is music,
you drink with your whole body,
your whole being,
and you live this music.”
Featured Events
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Sacred Music Tour in Morocco
Join Samir Langus and Omar Aena for a mystical music journey through Morocco.
May 1-11, 2024: Multi-City Tour
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MURAQABA | July 1-7 | Abiquiu, New Mexico
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Meet the Team
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Omar Aena
FOUNDER & CO-PRODUCER
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Alex Allaux
VISUAL DIRECTOR
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Amira Radwan
CO-PRODUCER & DESIGNER