Jury members

The Syli d’Or de la Musique du Monde brings to light talented artists and confirms the latest trends in world music.

To determine the winners we are pleased to welcome members of a professional jury recognized for their career and their skills in the music industry at various levels (programmer, journalists …)

Please note that during the semi-finals and finals the public votes are combined with the professional jury’s evaluations.

THE MEMBERS OF THE JURY OF THE SEMI-FINALS

Léonie Kearney-Deschênes

Programming Project Manager, Quartier des spectacles

Léonie has been in charge of programming at the Quartier des spectacles for the past year, and is responsible for the Jardins Gamelin and the Esplanade Tranquille, two flagship projects in downtown Montreal. With a Master’s degree in Cultural Studies from the University of Leipzig, specializing in cultural management and mediation, she co-founded the intercultural and multidisciplinary Buntega! festival, which was held in Leipzig for several editions. Her career path has led her to program films in a local theater and to get involved in a number of community projects. Driven by a passion for art, culture and a strong social conscience, she adopts a creative and committed stance that guides each of her projects.

Rabeb Khlifi

CISM journalist

Dr. Rabeb Khlifi is a Ph.D. graduate of the UdeM Faculty of Medicine and a post-doctoral fellow of the UdeS Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Khlifi is a multidisciplinary artist: percussion, composition, dance, meditation and personal development, etc. Since January 2024, Rhabibiii (her artist pseudonym and on Instagram) has hosted the “Palmarès” show on CISM (every Monday at 6 p.m.). And since May 2024, every Thursday at 5pm, she hosts the show “YALLAH – lâcher prise avec Rhabibiii” on CISM.

Youri Dominique

Founder of HITstory

Youri Dominique aka “Naufrage” has been active in the music industry for almost 30 years, combining creation, production and innovation. A member of the legendary duo Rainmen, still active and celebrating the lasting impact of their album Armageddon, since 2020 he has also dedicated himself to mentoring emerging artists. With HITstory, a platform dedicated to the discoverability and development of the urban scene, he fosters connections between young talent and established artists, creating a veritable incubator where mutual support, coaching and innovation open up new opportunities for creators.