Recorded December 11, 2023, Howard Audio Studio, Johannesburg/SA

Soundengineer Thanduxolo Magwaza

Mixed and mastered Riccardo Mazza at Experimental Studios Turin/IT

A transcultural music project by Esther Flückiger, Mabeleng Moholo and Volley Nchabeleng, in which Flückiger’s career from classical to contemporary music, jazz and ethno music enriches the entire listening experience. 

The title “BushAppeal” refers to the unique characteristic of this music in which the trio has succeeded in merging the sound of the grand piano with traditional African percussion, wind and string instruments and their voices.
Esther Flückiger, Mabeleng Moholo and Volley Nchabeleng explored their musical backgrounds and experiences in Johannesburg in 2023. 
Their music, composed and improvised, has divergent roots and influences.  
They explored  different spheres, rituals and tributes and created a music that reflects the heart of African culture and current human reality. A music in which the three musicians tell each other about their past, pain, hope, dreams and enlightenment. In intensive interplay the musicians were immersed in a wide spectrum of sounds, voices, rhythms and polyrhythmic structures. They created a pulsating musical language and narration, delving into a innovative cross-genre communication. 
Sometimes the piano leads, at other times the music is driven by the rhythms and sounds of the two multi-instrumentalists, creating an exciting and often fiery interaction.
A new and surprising listening sensation that leaves the concept of fusion far behind.

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Esther Flückiger, piano

Mabeleng Moholo, african percussion and windinstruments, vocal

Volley Nchabeleng, african percussion and windinstruments, vocal

Several Press Releases

“Very experimental in a very modern and minimalist style with those piano notes accompanied by all these folies that the pianist create. A multicultural work, an exciting ambience with African vocals and percussions.”

“An intering artwork. A blend and transitions of different sounds. Great stuff.“ 

“El sonido va incrementandose cada vez que transcurren los segundos. Es interesante la combinacion de sonido dandole un tono y una postura increible.”

“You’re creating something special out here! Keep pouring your soul into it; people are listening.“

“Belles vibrations et jolies passerelles musicales”.

“Fresh and creative vibe that really stood out.