Maloya

Jérôme Cadet
Teacher
Originally from Réunion Island, Jérôme developed his passion for music in Quebec. Active as a musician since 2009, he founded the bands Francbâtards and Kozé, where he offers a musical mix combining ska, reggae, rap, funk, punk, and maloya. In 2024, he released the album Tipa Tipa and reached the final of the 18th edition of the Syli d’Or de la Musique du Monde with Kozé, coming in third place (Syli de Bronze) in 2025.
Description
Designated as a form of music, song, and dance unique to Reunion Island, Maloya is listed as part of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Learn more about Reunion Island traditions, their challenges, and the rhythms and songs of Maloya.
No prerequisites.
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