Concerto for Marimba and Strings, 1st. movement (SCORE) by Emmanuel Sejourne

Concerto for Marimba and Strings, 1st Movement (Score) by Emmanuel Séjourné

Introduction

Concerto for Marimba and Strings, 1st Movement is a rich and expressive addition to the marimba concerto repertoire. Composed by Emmanuel Séjourné in 2015 as the opening movement of his existing two-movement concerto, this piece enhances the work’s dramatic arc. Séjourné is internationally respected for his idiomatic writing for mallet instruments, and this movement highlights his signature blend of lyricism, rhythmic drive, and tonal color.

Materials and Build Quality

Published by Norsk Musikforlag, the score is presented in a professionally engraved print edition. The layout is designed for optimal legibility in both rehearsal and performance settings, with detailed dynamics, articulations, and tempo markings provided to guide the interpretation. The solo and orchestral parts are crafted to ensure clarity and expressive potential.

Performance and Use Case

This work is ideal for advanced marimba soloists performing with chamber orchestras, university ensembles, or professional groups. It offers the performer an opportunity to showcase control of tone, phrasing, and rhythmic articulation in a concerto format. The movement lasts approximately 6–7 minutes and is perfectly suited for recitals, concert showcases, or competitions requiring a contemporary concerto excerpt.

Instrumentation

• Solo Marimba (5-octave, four mallets)
• String Orchestra

Key Features

• Composer: Emmanuel Séjourné
• Instrumentation: Solo Marimba with String Orchestra
• Difficulty Level: Advanced
• Publisher: Norsk Musikforlag
• Format: Printed Edition (Score only)
• Duration: Approximately 6–7 minutes
• Suitable for: Recitals, Concerto Performances, Competitions

More Information

• Explore more solo and ensemble music at Southern Percussion
• Visit Norsk Musikforlag (Official Publisher)

Conclusion

With its fluid melodic writing and vibrant interplay between soloist and strings, this movement exemplifies Séjourné’s masterful voice in contemporary percussion literature. It is both musically satisfying and technically rewarding, offering a compelling concerto experience for the modern marimbist.