Lea's acoustic, melodic songs go straight to the heart. With her velvety voice, she gently tells stories of life, letting go, the wonder of existence, and lasting encounters. Lea's style is a fusion of singer-songwriter, pop, jazz and folk.

MGM, Müller Gerber Meier, are three friends, three guitars, three voices, and many stories about rock 'n' roll, the street, and life. Let yourselves be enchanted by the favorite songs of these three friends and their stories. An acoustic firework is guaranteed. They can also perform as a duo or solo.

Maya Homburger und Barry Guy gelingt der Brückenschlag zwischen Alter und Neuer Musik . Sie vereinen Werke von H.I.F.Biber, J.S. Bach und Györgi Kurtág mit den modernen Kompositionen und Improvisationen von Barry Guy. Mit unserem sogenannten “musical stretching” kreieren wir nathlose Übergänge zwischen den verschiedenen Musik Stilen. Allen gemeinsam sind unzählige Klangfarben und ein intensives gemeinsames Hören MIT dem Publikum, was zu einer wunderbaren emotionalen Verbindung führt.

Michael Fehr is a storyteller, poet, singer, and performer. His performances are an event in themselves. His profound and precise texts shift between song and narrative, consistently illuminating existential states of being human.

Die ArchiTeXTin - Mit sprachlichem Feingefühl und viel Wortwitz jongliert und zaubert Nicola Renfer (die archiTEXTin) mit Silben. Ihre Texte, frei performt, wirken tief – positiv. Ihre Poesie – wahre Magie. Kantig dreht rund, uni strahlt bunt. Nicola Renfer selbst hat im Leid (ME | Postcovid) ihre Leidenschaft, das Texten und Performen, entdeckt. Ihre Worte machen spürbar Mut und deren Flow tut unbeschreiblich gut.

Peter Finc travels the world with his music, soaking up impressions like a sponge and infusing them into his sound. With quirky ideas as plentiful as sand on the beach and a completely accent-free guitar playing style, the world is his home. The exact genre label is yet to be invented—bluesy, jazzy, rocky, groovy... a true one-man band.

Pirmin Huber combines the ancient sounds of archaic Swiss folk music with free improvisation and groovy pop-jazz elements, creating a captivating bridge between the past and the present.

When Lucky Wüthrich from Thun strums his guitar and lets his extraordinary, soul-infused voice ring out - paired with an emotional depth that seems to come from somewhere deep behind his ribs - bis songs take on a nearly tangible urgency. In that moment, it becomes clear to everyone that he is a truly honest, authentic and highly talented musician.

Martina Linn’s deep connection to her mother tongue is palpable in every note she sings. Her approach to traditional Swiss folk music is fresh, respectful, and inspiring. Martina is at home in Switzerland's musical traditions, whether she is yodeling or singing in Romansch.

Maya Stieger begeistert mit Hackbrett, Geige und Gesang und nimmt ihr Publikum mit auf eine klangvolle Reise rund um den Säntis – zwischen Appenzellerland und Toggenburg. Ihr Repertoire verbindet Tradition mit überraschenden Einflüssen. Der obertonreiche Klang des Hackbretts prägt die Appenzeller Streichmusik – mal lebhaft, mal andächtig. Ebenso fasziniert ist sie vom Naturjodel, den sie mit Leidenschaft pflegt.

If Switzerland can claim a gifted entertainer, it is undoubtedly Michael von der Heide” (BAZ). Michael captivates with his musical versatility, charming presence, and sharp wit. His music is compelling, sung in German, Swiss German, and French. His sound is modern, featuring influences from jazz, pop, folk, and chanson. He performs in a duo for KULTUR AM BETTRAND.

Nicole Johänntgen is a saxophonist who plays with heart, body, and soul. Her concerts are unforgettable, both energetically vibrant and emotionally stirring. Her saxophone playing combines soft, intense tones with rhythmically dancing melodies. One forgets everyday life and embarks on a journey where romance and groove define the atmosphere. The love and connection felt during each concert experience resonate deeply.

Die meisten kennen ihn aus dem TV, als Joghurtesser hoch 3 oder als Liebender in diversen Fernsehserien. Als verschrobener Antiquitätenhändler war er dann nur noch überfordert mit den schönen Frauen in der ZDF-Telenovela Alisa. Philipp Langenegger hat sich aber längst auch auf der Schweizer Theaterbühne einen Namen gemacht. Mit viel Charme, Witz und Mundart im Gepäck ist er unterwegs. Ein wenig „zöösle“, ein wenig „breesele“ das gehört zu seinen Auftritten, gespickt mit Geplänkel und Melancholie.Träf, appezellisch ond loschtig.

"Heartwarming" (LZ). Rahel Giger sings, plays instruments, and philosophises about life, death, and everything in between. Whether in Swiss German, Romansh, Spanisch, or Slovenian, her songs are a balm for the soul, transcending all kinds of boundaries. She also reads from her book.

As a two-legged jukebox, Lukas Langenegger transports the audience back to the golden era of pop songwriting, from England across the Atlantic, from the Beatles to Dylan and back. He brings the past into the present; nostalgia is a must, and the music never stops.

Matto Kämpf is a jester. But he's one who skillfully shapes his characters into timely satires. He playfully and joyfully experiments with genres. He masters both absurdity and self-irony, as well as witty psychoanalytical quips. His work features dry humor, Bernese coziness, and a diversity of text and imagery.

Under the motto "Without Roots, No Wings," Melanie & Ueli Oesch (Oesch’s die Dritten) interpret both traditional and modern melodies with Schwyzerörgeli, yodeling, and singing. The hearts of this father-daughter duo, appearing for the first time exclusively at KULTUR AM BETTRAND, beat for folk music in all its colors and facets. And there will surely be time for a few stories, too!

She loves to take people away from everyday life. Into the world of fairy tales, myths, and newly born stories every day. She tells them freely, making them come alive in the space, in our minds. They carry you far away and right to yourself. And in the end, there remains this feeling: Somehow, it will all be okay!

Pesche Heiniger erzählt gut und gerne. Er ist Spoken Word Performer, Slam Poet und Liedermacher. Mit einer Stimme, die man auch fürs Heizen brauchen könnte und einem reichen Sammelsurium an Geschichten, Gedichten und Songs schafft er Momente fürs Gemüt.

Pink Pedrazzi: For many years, he has conjured up a piece of Americana from his large black top hat with his outstanding voice, guitar, ukulele, and beautiful songs. In his solo program, he presents songs and stories about an inattentive taxi driver, the first moon landing, and the experience of growing older.