Label: Buh Records

電子音楽マニア必聴の秘蔵音源!!エクアドル出身、現在はドイツを拠点に活動している作曲家であり、60年代以降、自国の民俗音楽とヨーロッパの文化を融合させカオティックな電子音楽を発表して来たMesias Maiguashca。76年の1stアルバム[Oeldorf 8]は一度Creel Poneが手を出した激レア名盤として知られており、本作は以前、氏の2LPアーカイヴ(1967​-​1989)を発表していたBuh Recordsからの初出秘蔵音源集。タイトルからも分かる通り、自身の人生をテーマとしたチェロによるエレクトロアコースティック音源を纏めたものであり、なんと初期1972年から2015年までという43年を跨ぐ6作品を収録。チェロとシンセサイザーの狂った対話に始まり、スポークンワードを取り入れ旧世界と新世界の文化衝突を描いた作品、楽器の相互作用を上手く利用したアコーディオンとのデュオなど、革新的な音楽アプローチで統一した傑作版。









Buh Records is proud to announce the release of "Cello in My Life", the new album by the renowned Ecuadorian composer Mesías Maiguashca. This deeply personal work reflects an intimate exploration of the relationship between the cello and the artist's life, realized in collaboration with celebrated cellist Gaby Schumacher.

The album features six remarkable compositions spanning Maiguashca’s career from 1972 to 2015. Each piece offers a unique perspective on his groundbreaking approach to music, blending acoustic and electronic elements to create an immersive sound experience. Highlights include: ”Übungen” (1972-73): A fascinating dialogue between cello and synthesizer, performed by Gaby Schumacher and Maiguashca himself. ”Lindgren” (1973): A haunting composition for cello and magnetic tape. ”El Oro” (1992): A meditation on cultural collisions between the Old and New Worlds, featuring flute, cello, and spoken word. ”The Spirit Catcher” (1993): An evocative piece inspired by the writings of Carlos Castañeda, combining cello and electronics. ”...unvermindert weiter...” (1993): A duet for cello and accordion that highlights the interplay between the two instruments. ”...por el yasuní...” (2015): A poignant commentary on the protests to protect Ecuador’s Yasuní National Park, featuring violin, cello, and electronic textures.

This release also marks the second collaboration between Maiguashca and Buh Records, following the critically acclaimed 2021 collection Música para cinta magnética (+) instrumentos (1967–1989).
"Cello in My Life" stands as a testament to Maiguashca’s enduring legacy as one of the most significant voices in contemporary and experimental music from Latin America. The album’s intricate soundscapes and profound themes promise to captivate both long-time admirers and new listeners alike. Set for release on February 28, 2025, the album will be available on digital platforms and as a physical CD edition. This milestone in Maiguashca’s discography further cements his reputation as a pivotal figure in the realm of contemporary and experimental music from Latin America.

About Mesías Maiguashca: Born in Ecuador, Mesías Maiguashca is celebrated for his innovative contributions to contemporary music. His works often bridge traditional acoustic instruments with cutting-edge electronic techniques, creating compositions that challenge and expand the boundaries of modern music.