Funder/Partner:
Currently open to funding.
Originally created by Belgian sound engineer Philippe (Filou) de Magnée
Project Overview
Filoumoris is a flagship cultural preservation initiative committed to safeguarding and promoting the musical heritage of the Indian Ocean islands. This extraordinary archive was built over four decades (1979–2019) by Belgian sound engineer Philippe de Magnée, who recorded, curated, and digitized the work of hundreds of artists across the Indian Ocean region.
Now hosted and managed by IOIF, Filoumoris represents one of the most significant repositories of rare and traditional island music—including lost recordings, unpublished works, and evolving genres.
Key Highlights
- 148 artists and over 20,000 tracks , including 12,363 rare or commercially unavailable pieces
- Covers genres such as Séga Tipik, Maloya, fusion, and digital releases
- 9,000 tracks freely streamable , with others linked to ethical monetization platforms
- Built to serve artists, researchers, educators, and future generations
Purpose and Impact
Filoumoris makes the musical culture, the stories and voices of the Indian Ocean accessible, helping to preserve artistic expression and anchor the region’s diverse identities and resilience.
IOIF’s stewardship of this platform ensures that the legacy continues, with a vision to upgrade the platform’s infrastructure, improve access for users and researchers, and expand the educational and creative opportunities it provides.
Current Need
The platform is open to partnerships and funding that would allow us to:
- Upgrade its digital infrastructure for better access and archival longevity
- Secure the legal services required to cover and singers and authors’ intellectual property rights to their music.
- Create curated collections, educational toolkits, and artist profiles
- Expand its reach across the Indian Ocean and beyond
Project Type:
Flagship Cultural Project | Archival Preservation | Digital Heritage Platform
