| Aita | |
| Stylistic Origins: | Chaabi |
| Cultural Origins: | Moroccan music |
| Instruments: | frame drums |
| Regional Scenes: | Jebala, Khouribga, Chaouia, Abda, Marrakesh |
Aita (haita, rita or ghita) or vocal shikhat music is a traditional folk musical style that originates from the countryside of Morocco.[1] [2] The term Aita عيطة in Moroccan Arabic means "call, cry or lament".
It is sung in Moroccan Arabic dialects]][3] by mixed groups composed of musicians and singers and singers and dancers, these women are called shikhats.[4] In Morocco, the Aita Festival is organized in Safi.