TISS+ WEEK  /  / JOWEE OMICIL

Jowee Omicil, born in Montreal to Haitian immigrant parents, is a composer, multi-instrumentalist and improviser who challenges the conventions of musical genres by blending Afro-Caribbean rhythms, jazz, hip-hop, Afrobeat and improvisation within immersive, collaborative performances. Renowned for his authenticity and bold creativity, he forges connections between the audience, the musicians and across generations, guided by his BasH! principle – ‘Beauty Ascending Socially Honestly’ – a philosophy of love in motion. 
 

TISS+ Week is much more than a festival: it’s an explosion of encounters, emotions and unique creations!
Immerse yourself in a world where heritage , memory, spirituality and Creole culture intertwine to give rise to magical moments.
Here, traditions are reinvented, narratives are reimagined, and worlds engage in a bold dialogue, creating unique , vibrant and inspiringscenes .
True to the DNA of the ‘ Baiser Salé ’, this week is a celebration of unexpected cross-pollinations , influences that travel far and wide, and the bonds that are forged ly between generations, cultures and sensibilities. An extraordinary festival, where every moment becomes an unforgettable experience.