Elegie by Emmanuel Sejourne

Elegie by Emmanuel Sejourne is a poignant and expressive solo work for vibraphone, commissioned by the Swiss Percussion Competition in 2022. Published by Alfonce Production, this composition showcases Séjourné’s signature blend of lyrical melodies and contemporary harmonic language, offering performers a deeply emotive musical experience.

Emmanuel Séjourné, a renowned French composer and percussionist, is celebrated for his contributions to the percussion repertoire, particularly for keyboard percussion instruments. In Élégie, he explores the vibraphone’s rich tonal palette, crafting a piece that balances technical demands with profound musical expression.

The composition unfolds through a series of thematic developments, each presenting unique challenges and opportunities for interpretive depth. Séjourné’s writing encourages the performer to delve into nuanced dynamics, articulate phrasing, and subtle pedaling techniques, transforming the vibraphone into a vehicle for melodic storytelling.

Ideal for recitals, competitions, and advanced study, Élégie serves as both a performance piece and a study in solo vibraphone technique. Its inclusion in concert programs offers audiences a fresh perspective on the instrument, highlighting its potential as a solo voice in contemporary music.

Key Features:

• Instrumentation: Solo Vibraphone
• Commissioned by the Swiss Percussion Competition 2022
• Published by Alfonce Production (Ref: A8 045 P)

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Élégie by Emmanuel Séjourné stands as a significant addition to the solo vibraphone repertoire, offering performers an opportunity to engage deeply with the instrument’s expressive capabilities.