May 30 – June 1st, 2025
The world will celebrate Ghana Music at GMF2025 ATLANT
Ghana Music Festival 2025: A Celebration of Ghanaian Music and Culture
The Ghana Music Festival 2025 promises to be an unforgettable event, blending traditional Ghanaian sounds with modern music styles. Over three days, the festival will honor the evolution of Ghanaian music, from its rich roots to contemporary trends. The event will be held across multiple cities in the U.S., with each day dedicated to a specific genre and focus. Here’s an in-depth look at what attendees can expect during each day of the festival:
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GHANA MUSIC FESTIVAL DAY ONE - TRADITIONAL MUSIC
OPENING CEREMONY
The festival kicks off with an exciting opening ceremony that sets the stage for what promises to be an extraordinary event. The opening will feature special guests, notable dignitaries, and an overview of the festival’s mission to celebrate Ghanaian music globally. The ceremonial atmosphere will be charged with excitement as the community and festival-goers gather to experience the rich cultural legacy of Ghana’s traditional music.
MESSAGES
Esteemed figures from the music industry, cultural institutions, and government representatives will address the audience. These messages will reflect on the significance of preserving Ghana's traditional musical heritage, its role in global cultural exchange, and the power of music in connecting people across borders.
WORKSHOPS
Hands-on workshops will be available, focusing on mastering traditional Ghanaian instruments, understanding rhythms, and learning the intricacies of music composition in traditional Ghanaian styles. These workshops will provide a platform for musicians and attendees to engage with Ghana’s deep musical heritage.
HIGH LIFE PERFORMANCES
The evening will feature live highlife performances, a genre that has played a pivotal role in shaping modern Ghanaian music. This segment will feature celebrated highlife artists and emerging talents, capturing the essence of the genre through soulful melodies and captivating rhythms.
EXHIBITIONS
In addition to the photo exhibition, other cultural and musical exhibitions will be presented, including traditional costumes, instruments, and recordings. These exhibitions provide an immersive experience, allowing visitors to explore Ghana’s artistic and musical traditions up close.
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The first day of the festival will conclude with a final session of performances and cultural showcases, creating a seamless transition into the next phase of the event.
The festival kicks off with an exciting opening ceremony that sets the stage for what promises to be an extraordinary event. The opening will feature special guests, notable dignitaries, and an overview of the festival’s mission to celebrate Ghanaian music globally. The ceremonial atmosphere will be charged with excitement as the community and festival-goers gather to experience the rich cultural legacy of Ghana’s traditional music.
MESSAGES
Esteemed figures from the music industry, cultural institutions, and government representatives will address the audience. These messages will reflect on the significance of preserving Ghana's traditional musical heritage, its role in global cultural exchange, and the power of music in connecting people across borders.
WORKSHOPS
Hands-on workshops will be available, focusing on mastering traditional Ghanaian instruments, understanding rhythms, and learning the intricacies of music composition in traditional Ghanaian styles. These workshops will provide a platform for musicians and attendees to engage with Ghana’s deep musical heritage.
HIGH LIFE PERFORMANCES
The evening will feature live highlife performances, a genre that has played a pivotal role in shaping modern Ghanaian music. This segment will feature celebrated highlife artists and emerging talents, capturing the essence of the genre through soulful melodies and captivating rhythms.
EXHIBITIONS
In addition to the photo exhibition, other cultural and musical exhibitions will be presented, including traditional costumes, instruments, and recordings. These exhibitions provide an immersive experience, allowing visitors to explore Ghana’s artistic and musical traditions up close.
Close
The first day of the festival will conclude with a final session of performances and cultural showcases, creating a seamless transition into the next phase of the event.
GHANA MUSIC FESTIVAL DAY TWO - HIGHLIFE DAY
PERFORMANCES
Day 2 will spotlight the Ghanaian highlife genre, known for its smooth fusion of African rhythms with Western instruments. The festival will feature high-energy performances from some of Ghana’s top highlife musicians. Expect everything from classic hits to contemporary highlife fusion, as the genre continues to evolve and captivate audiences.
WORKSHOP
Interactive workshops will dive deep into the techniques behind highlife music, including the guitar-driven melodies, brass sections, and rhythmic patterns that characterize the genre. Participants will learn about the key figures who helped shape highlife, including artists like Ebo Taylor and Amakye Dede, and will have the opportunity to try out these techniques themselves.
EXHIBITIONS
Interactive exhibitions on Ghanaian musical instruments used in highlife, such as the xylophone and talking drum, will be set up for attendees to explore. Additionally, there will be live demonstrations of these instruments, allowing festival-goers to experience the sound and rhythm of highlife firsthand.
Live Performances by Atentenben Music, Kofi Paiges, and the Band
The evening will be filled with electrifying performances from renowned groups such as Atentenben Music and Kofi Paiges and the Band, who will showcase both traditional and modern highlife music. Their vibrant performances will capture the heart and soul of the highlife genre, filling the venue with energy and rhythm.
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The second day of the festival will conclude with an exciting night of highlife music, marking the end of High Life Music Day and setting the stage for the next day’s events.
GHANA MUSIC FESTIVAL DAY THREE - CONTEMPORARY DAY
CLOSING CEREMONY
The final day of the festival will start with a heartfelt closing ceremony that celebrates the success of the event and the impact of Ghanaian music on the global stage. This ceremony will reflect on the diversity of the performances, the insights gained, and the connections made throughout the festival.
LIVE PERFORMANCES
Day 3 will be dedicated to contemporary Ghanaian music, featuring performances from some of the biggest names in the industry today. Artists who have revolutionized the modern music scene with Afrobeats, hip-hop, and fusion genres will take center stage. Expect to hear some of the most exciting music coming out of Ghana today.
FUN ACTIVITIES
In keeping with the spirit of celebration, the final day will also feature fun, interactive activities for attendees of all ages. These may include dance-offs, interactive music sessions, and opportunities to meet and engage with the artists and performers in a relaxed setting.
INTERACTIVITIES
The festival will include a variety of interactive performances, where the audience is encouraged to join in, sing along, and even participate in music-making. This interactive element creates an inclusive and lively atmosphere, allowing festival-goers to feel more connected to the music and the artists performing.
BIG CONCERT
The culmination of the festival will be The Big Concert, a grand musical showcase featuring a mix of Ghanaian and international artists performing a wide array of contemporary hits. This is the highlight of the festival, a thrilling night where the best of modern Ghanaian music will be on display, bringing the event to a vibrant and unforgettable close.
The final day of the festival will start with a heartfelt closing ceremony that celebrates the success of the event and the impact of Ghanaian music on the global stage. This ceremony will reflect on the diversity of the performances, the insights gained, and the connections made throughout the festival.
LIVE PERFORMANCES
Day 3 will be dedicated to contemporary Ghanaian music, featuring performances from some of the biggest names in the industry today. Artists who have revolutionized the modern music scene with Afrobeats, hip-hop, and fusion genres will take center stage. Expect to hear some of the most exciting music coming out of Ghana today.
FUN ACTIVITIES
In keeping with the spirit of celebration, the final day will also feature fun, interactive activities for attendees of all ages. These may include dance-offs, interactive music sessions, and opportunities to meet and engage with the artists and performers in a relaxed setting.
INTERACTIVITIES
The festival will include a variety of interactive performances, where the audience is encouraged to join in, sing along, and even participate in music-making. This interactive element creates an inclusive and lively atmosphere, allowing festival-goers to feel more connected to the music and the artists performing.
BIG CONCERT
The culmination of the festival will be The Big Concert, a grand musical showcase featuring a mix of Ghanaian and international artists performing a wide array of contemporary hits. This is the highlight of the festival, a thrilling night where the best of modern Ghanaian music will be on display, bringing the event to a vibrant and unforgettable close.