Charif Megarbane

Over four weekends, the stage will pulse with music from across the globe: from the raw energy of Mexican Cumbia-punk to the hypnotic groove of Kenyan Dodo Blues, from the electrifying syncopations of Congolese Soukous to the powerful messages of Afro-futuristic big bands. Caribbean-infused Japanese folk, soulful jazz, hip hop, and the joy and resilience of Frafra-gospel round off  this celebration of sound— borderless, multi-perspective, and irresistably danceable!

Charif Megarbane (Beirut, Portugal)

Beirut-based multi-instrumentalist and producer Charif Megarbane crafts a distinctive sound he calls Lebrary – a fusion of Lebanese and Mediterranean influences filtered through the rich textures of library music. His latest LP, Marzipan, released via Habibi Funk, blends the nostalgic warmth of artists like Ziad Rahbani, Ahmed Malek, and Issam Hajali with a contemporary sensibility.
A prolific composer with over 100 projects to his name, Megarbane translates his surroundings into vibrant sonic landscapes. From the bustling chaos of Beirut’s Souk El Ahad to the serene countryside of Chez Mounir and the sun-soaked shores of Portemilio, Marzipan is a kaleidoscopic journey through place and memory – layering groove, melody, and atmosphere into a timeless, genre-defying sound.

- free admission
- no ticket required
- Ground Floor, Schlüter Courtyard
- Belongs to: DURCHLÜFTEN – 2025