Imed Alibi
Musician, Composer, Cultural Expert
Imed Alibi is a distinguished Tunisian / French based musician, composer, and cultural expert whose career spans over two decades. His multifaceted expertise includes music performance and composition, artistic direction, cultural management, and consultancy on numerous international projects.
A key figure in the Tunisian cultural landscape, Alibi served as the director of the Carthage International Festivalمهرجان قرطاج الدولي one of the most prestigious cultural events in Tunisia. In this role, he was instrumental in reshaping the festival's programming and initiating efforts to archive and preserve its rich history. His strategic vision extended beyond artistic direction to include partnership development and fundraising, securing support from both public and private sectors.
In 2019, Alibi further cemented his influence in the Tunisian and Arab music scene by serving as the director of Carthage Music Days. His leadership in this role significantly contributed to the development of the Tunisian music export market, enhancing the visibility of local artists on the international stage. Additionally, he was the director of the Sousse International Percussion Festival for three years .
Alibi's expertise has been sought after by numerous prestigious organizations and events worldwide. He has served as a jury member and expert for events like Visa for Music in Morocco, Babel Music XP in Marseille, and the Music in Africa Foundation and recently as subject matter expert for Abu Dhabi department of culture and tourism for Masary program.His participation as speaker in international festivals and conferences, including WOMEX in Lisbon ,MaMA Music Convention in Paris Arabesques, university of Cagliari in Italy , Toronto International Festival and the Al Ula Future Cultural Summit, showcases his deep understanding of the global music industry and his ability to foster international collaboration.
His involvement with UNESCO in Morocco reflects his commitment to using music as a tool for cultural diplomacy and social change. Alibi's work with cultural institutions in France, particularly his role as an artistic advisor with Le Silo in the Occitanie region, has given him profound insights into the importance of decentralized culture and the role of regional cultural significance in fostering local and international partnerships.
As the head of the music department at the Atelier des Artistes en Exil in Pari ( 2013/2024) Alibi focuses on using music to promote social inclusion, foster international relations, and encourage cultural diplomacy.
In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the arts, Imed Alibi was honored as a Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by Roselyne Bachelot, the French Minister of Culture, in 2021.
