Gestu Groupe

The Band

‘Gëstu’ means ‘research’, ‘to deepen’, in Wolof, Senegal’s traditional language. Research and create new compositions through blending different styles of music and culture is what this young band from Dakar is dedicated to. Originating from three different countries they want to spread their dream of a peaceful and productive co-existence of cultures. ‘Gëstu’ plays own compositions which are arranged collectively by the group. Their music is full of emotions and warmth, melting influences from modern European Jazz, African rhythms and grooves and catchy melodies. You find them performing regularly around Dakar, e.g. at ‘Djoloff’, German Ambassy and Goethe Insitut ..

The Musicians

Ambroise Zinsou - trombone, saxophone From: Cotonou, Benin Studied at: 'L‘Ecole des Arts‘ Cotonou References: Nicolas Meihem de Africando, Orchestra Baobab, Youssou N’Dour, ..

Conny Schneider - saxophone, trumpet, trapeze From: Bochum, Germany Studied at: 'State School of Circus Arts Berlin', 'Conservatory Maastricht' Netherlands, 'Codarts' Rotterdam Netherlands References: Tiefenrausch Ska, Mao Sidibe, Circus Roncalli, .. Web: connyschneider.com

Lamine Faye - bass, audio engineer From: Dakar, Senegal References: Jamm Audio engineer - recorded with: Peefois, Gent bi, ..

Mermoz Deguenon - piano From: Cotonou, Benin Studied with: Lionel Loueke, Mario Canonge References: Anna Teko, Jowee Omicil, Nel Oliver

Pape Abdoulaye Dieng - drums From: Dakar, Senegal References: Idrissa Diop, Carlou D, Yoro Ndiaye