Synchronicité musicale : Michael Scanlon et Sequentia Legenda

Quand la musique ouvre le dialogue :
rencontre avec Michael Scanlon

La musique et l’art créent parfois des synchronicités inattendues

Chers amis et auditeurs,

Michael Scanlon, auditeur passionné et écrivain londonien inspiré par la métaphysique, a découvert ma vision musicale tout récemment… et en quelques jours seulement, toutes mes compositions ont trouvé une place entière dans son univers intérieur.

De cette rencontre est née une conversation simple et authentique. Il a d’abord partagé ses impressions avec moi, puis posé trois questions auxquelles j’ai répondu avec ce qui vit en moi : mémoire, son et vibration du vivant.

Voici le fruit de ce dialogue cœur à cœur, que je vous invite à découvrir.

Si vous aussi ressentez l’envie de partager un moment d’échange autour de la musique, n’hésitez pas à me contacter — ce sera un immense plaisir pour moi.

Avec toute ma gratitude et ma lumière,
Laurent Schieber – Sequentia Legenda

 

MIKE SCANLON :
Chaque album de Sequentia Legenda est unique et irremplaçable

Je m’appelle Michael Scanlon et je vis à Londres. Je suis marié depuis trente-six ans et j’ai deux enfants adultes. Avant ma retraite, j’ai travaillé comme bibliothécaire dans des organismes de recherche et des services gouvernementaux. 

Je suis également auteur de plusieurs livres inspirés par la métaphysique, sous le nom de plume Michael Joseph Scanlon.

J’aime beaucoup la musique et je suis ravi que Bandcamp m’ait fait découvrir Sequentia Legenda. La musique de la Berlin School occupe une place essentielle dans mes écoutes, et je suis absolument enchanté par celle de Sequentia Legenda. 


SL : Qu’est-ce qui vous inspire le plus dans ma musique et quelles sensations ou émotions vous procure-t-elle ?
MS : Le meilleur de la Berlin School est probablement la musique rock la plus évocatrice parmi tous les genres. La musique de Sequentia Legenda s’inscrit pleinement dans cette catégorie, car elle est à la fois hypnotique et éthérée. La combinaison des synthétiseurs superposés et l’usage des séquenceurs créent une atmosphère qui dépasse la somme de ses parties. Chaque album de Sequentia Legenda est unique et irremplaçable à cet égard. Ils sont tous très ambiants, et pourtant d’une beauté profondément invitante.

LE PREMIER CD DE SEQUENTIA LEGENDA 
QUE J’AI ACHETÉ : BLUE DREAM
Lorsque j’ai entendu FLY OVER ME pour la première fois,
j’ai été captivé

SL : Y a-t-il des albums ou des morceaux particuliers de ma musique qui vous ont touché particulièrement, et pourquoi ?
MS : Le premier CD de Sequentia Legenda que j’ai acheté était BLUE DREAM. Quand j’ai entendu FLY OVER ME pour la première fois, j’ai été totalement captivé. Peu de temps après, ma collection de Sequentia Legenda est passée d’un seul CD à quatorze très rapidement. Aucun ne m’a déçu. En fait, j’étais étonné de constater que l’excellente qualité de BLUE DREAM se retrouvait dans toute la discographie de Sequentia Legenda, sans répétition ni redite. 

SL : Comment ressentez-vous la connexion entre la musique et le design visuel de mes albums — cette unité influence-t-elle votre écoute et vos émotions ?
MS : Pour moi, le packaging de la musique rock fait partie intégrante de son art. En conséquence, je ne fais pas de téléchargements. Les pochettes de Sequentia Legenda font partie intégrante de l’expérience globale. Je les adore toutes.
 

L’UNIVERS EST UNE SOURCE INFINIE D’INSPIRATION
Ma musique est un moyen de s’y mettre en résonance 

MS : Les étoiles et les galaxies vous inspirent évidemment, ainsi que votre musique. Croyez-vous qu’il y ait une cause à l’Univers, ou est-ce simplement arrivé ?
LS : L’Univers est une source infinie d’inspiration — c’est le Tout, le Grand Ensemble. Je ne crois pas que nous soyons, ou ayons jamais été, seuls. Tout est vibration, et la vibration est énergie — et l’énergie est vie.

Pour moi, l’Univers n’a pas “simplement apparu”. Il est l’expression d’une vaste intelligence, d’une conscience vivante dotée d’un amour inconditionnel, reliant tous les êtres et tous les mondes. Ma musique est un moyen d’entrer en résonance avec ce souffle cosmique, de traduire quelque chose qui nous dépasse, mais qui vibre et vit en chacun de nous.

MS : Utilisez-vous des synthés anciens dans votre musique ou préférez-vous les modernes ?
LS : Quand j’avais 16 ans, mon studio était installé dans le sous-sol de mes parents, et pour moi, c’était comme la caverne d’Ali Baba. Au cœur se trouvait le magnifique Korg PS-3200 modulaire, entouré du MS-20 et de son petit frère, le SQ-10. À ma gauche, j’avais l’Oberheim Duo Two Voice, et à ma droite le Multiman S et l’ARP Odyssey.

Avec l’arrivée du MIDI, les synthés numériques ont progressivement remplacé ces belles machines analogiques — des instruments comme le Roland JD800, le Waldorf Microwave ou le Korg DSS1.

Depuis plus de dix ans maintenant, je travaille exclusivement avec des synthés virtuels, comme la collection Arturia. Je m’y sens totalement à l’aise. Ils me permettent de redécouvrir des sensations que j’avais autrefois, tout en offrant liberté et fluidité dans le processus créatif.

Pour moi, le cœur passe toujours avant la technologie. La musique reste, par-dessus tout, un partage de cœur à cœur.

MS : Comment avez-vous trouvé le nom Sequentia Legenda ?
LS : J’avais initialement une longue liste de noms possibles, et au final, Sequentia Legenda est apparu comme une fusion de deux d’entre eux. Il y a aussi eu une belle synchronicité dans le fait que les initiales S et L sont les miennes.

Pour moi, ce nom reflète parfaitement l’esprit de ma vision musicale. Comme le séquenceur reste mon outil de composition préféré, “Sequentia” me semblait naturel. “Legenda” évoque la mémoire, le mystère et l’intemporalité.

Et peut-être que les légendes sont, en vérité, simplement des formes voilées de la réalité ?

À la fin de notre échange, Michael a formulé une demande très spécifique :
« Laurent, pourriez-vous un jour établir une chronologie claire de votre discographie ? Je crois que cela serait précieux pour nous, auditeurs, afin de suivre l’évolution de votre univers. »

J’ai trouvé cette suggestion à la fois attentionnée et pertinente, et je l’en remercie. Que ces repères servent de guide pour ceux qui souhaitent voyager à travers mes sons — pas à pas, album après album.

Chronologie de la discographie de Sequentia Legenda :

2025 — A RAY OF LIGHT (CDr Digipack & livret de 8 pages, Version numérique)

2024 — DECEM (CDr Digipack & livret de 8 pages, Version numérique)
2024 — Echo of Vibrations (Digital Version, name your price)
2024 — GALACTIC CRYSTALS (CDr Digipack & livret de 8 pages, Version numérique)

2023 — Extended Intuition Into the Unknown (Version numérique)
2023 — Departure for a Celestial Voyage (Version numérique, fixez votre prix)
2023 — ALCYONE (CD Digipack & livret de 8 pages, Version numérique)

2022 — The 432 Hz Berlin School Box (Double CDr Digipack & livret de 8 pages, Version numérique)
2022 — ANNO 1880 - Variations on the finale of ELEVATION (Version numérique)
2022 — RESONANCES (CD Digipack, Version numérique)
2022 — ELEVATION [Portal Version 2022] (Version numérique)

2021 — Luminosa Veritas [Xmas 2021 Version] (Version numérique, fixez votre prix)
2021 — HEAVENLY RESONANCE (Happy Birthday Version) (Version numérique, fixez votre prix)
2021 — CELESTIAL (CDr Digipack, Version numérique)
2021 — THE RETURN (Long Version) (Version numérique)
2021 — Around the Second Moon – Floating Days Edition (Version numérique)
2021 — Deep Sequences [Grenzwellen Version] (Version numérique)
2021 — Five Minutes Around the Second Moon (Version numérique, fixez votre prix)

2020 — VOICES 55 [EXCLUSIVE Version] (Version numérique)
2020 — BEYOND THE STARS (CD Digipack, Version numérique)
2020 — CIRCUMNAVIGATION [Study Version] (Version numérique)
2020 — Valentins Traum Exclusive Version (Version numérique)

2019 — FIVE (CDr Digipack & livret de 8 pages, Version numérique)
2019 — CODEX ON THE FLIGHT OF BIRDS (Version numérique)
2019 — THE LUNAR TRILOGY (Version numérique)
2019 — OVER THERE (CD Digipack & livret de 8 pages XL, Version numérique)

2018 — SOLITUDES LUNAIRES [XMas 2018 Version] (Version numérique)
2018 — RENAISSANCE (CD Digipack, Version numérique)
2018 — MIND LAKE [experimental version] (Version numérique)

2017 — THE RETURN experimental version (Version numérique)
2017 — Out of the Silence - Collaboration version (Version numérique)
2017 — ETHEREAL (CDr Digipack, Version numérique)
2017 — Out of the Silence - Exclusive version (Version numérique)

2016 — EXTENDED (Double CDr Digipack & livret de 8 pages, Version numérique)

2015 — AMIRA (CDr Digifile, Version numérique)
2015 — AU REVOIR (Version numérique)
2015 — VIBRATIONS - Blood Moon exclusive version (Version numérique)

2014 — BLUE DREAM (CDr Digipack 3 volets, Version numérique)

 

 

            

Musical Synchronicity: Michael Scanlon and Sequentia Legenda

When music opens dialogue: 
meeting with Michael Scanlon

Music and art sometimes create unexpected synchronicities

Dear friends-listeners,

Michael Scanlon, a passionate listener and London-based writer inspired by metaphysics, discovered my musical vision only recently… and within a few days, all of my compositions had found a full place in his inner world.

From this encounter, a simple and authentic conversation was born. He first shared his impressions with me, then asked three questions to which I responded with what lives within me: memory, sound, and the vibration of the living.

Here is the fruit of this heart-to-heart dialogue, which I invite you to discover.

If you too feel the desire to share a moment of exchange centered around music, please do not hesitate to contact me — it will be my great pleasure.

With all my gratitude and light,
Laurent Schieber – Sequentia Legenda

 

MIKE SCANLON :
Every Sequentia Legenda album is unique 
and irreplaceable

My name is Michael Scanlon and I live in London. I have been married thirty six years and have two grown up children. Before I retired I worked as a librarian in research bodies and Government departments. 

I am also the author of several books inspired by metaphysics. My pen name is Michael Joseph Scanlon. 

I love music a lot and am so happy with Bandcamp for telling me about the music of Sequentia Legenda. Berlin School music is an essential part of my music listening and I am absolutely delighted to hear the music of Sequentia Legenda. 


SL: What inspires you most in my music, and what feelings or sensations does it evoke for you?
MS: The best of the Berlin School is probably the most evocative rock music of all the different genres. Sequentia Legenda’s music scores heavily in this regard, as it so mesmerising and ethereal. The combination of the layered synthesisers and the use of sequencers create an atmosphere that is greater than the sum of its parts. Every Sequentia Legenda album is unique and irreplaceable in this regard. They are all so ambient, yet so invitingly beautiful.

THE FIRST SEQUENTIA LEGENDA CD
I EVER BOUGHT WAS BLUE DREAM
When I heard FLY OVER ME for the first time I was transfixed 

SL: Are there albums or specific pieces of mine that have touched you particularly deeply, and why?
MS: The first Sequentia Legenda cd I ever bought was BLUE DREAM. When I heard FLY OVER ME for the first time I was transfixed. Indeed, not long after, my Sequentia Legenda collection went from one cd to fourteen very quickly. I was disappointed by none of them. In fact, I was astonished that the excellent quality of BLUE DREAM was matched by all of the rest of Sequentia Legenda’s discography, without repetition or rehashing. 

SL: How do you experience the connection between the music and the visual design of my albums—does this unity affect how you listen and feel the music?
MS: For me, the packaging of rock music is an essential part of its art. Accordingly, I don’t do downloads. Sequentia Legenda’s covers are an integral part of the whole Sequentia Legenda experience. I love them all.

 

THE UNIVERSE IS AN INFINITE SOURCE OF INSPIRATION
My music is a way of coming into resonance 

MS: Stars and galaxies obviously inspire you and your music. Do you believe that there is a cause to the Universe, or did it just happen?
LS: The Universe is an infinite source of inspiration — it is the All, the Great Whole. I do not believe that we are, or have ever been, alone. Everything is vibration, and vibration is energy — and energy is life.

For me, the Universe did not “simply appear.” It is the expression of a vast intelligence, a living consciousness endowed with unconditional love, connecting all beings and all worlds. My music is a way of coming into resonance with that cosmic breath, of translating something that goes beyond us, yet vibrates and lives within each of us. 

MS: Do you use old synths in your music or do you prefer the modern ones?
LS: When I was 16, my studio was set up in my parents’ basement, and to me it felt like Ali Baba’s cave. At the heart of it stood the magnificent Korg PS-3200 modular, surrounded by the MS-20 and its little brother, the SQ-10. On my left I had the Oberheim Duo Two Voice, and on my right the Multiman S and the ARP Odyssey.

With the arrival of MIDI, digital synthesizers gradually replaced those beautiful analog machines — instruments such as the Roland JD800, the Waldorf Microwave or the Korg DSS1.

For more than ten years now, I have been working exclusively with virtual synthesizers, like the Arturia collection. I feel totally at ease with them. They allow me to rediscover sensations I once had, while offering freedom and fluidity in the creative process.

For me, the heart always comes before the technology. Music remains, above all else, a sharing from heart to heart. 

MS: How did you come up with the name Sequentia Legenda?
LS: I initially had a long list of possible names, and in the end Sequentia Legenda emerged as a blend of two of them. There was also a beautiful synchronicity in the fact that the initials S and L are my own.

To me, the name perfectly reflects the spirit of my musical vision. Since the sequencer is still my preferred tool for composition, “Sequentia” felt natural to me. “Legenda” evokes memory, mystery and timelessness.

And perhaps legends are, in truth, simply veiled forms of reality? 

At the end of our exchange, Michael made a very specific request:
“Laurent, could you one day put together a clear chronology of your discography? I believe it would be valuable for us listeners, to follow the evolution of your universe.”

I found this suggestion both thoughtful and relevant, and I am grateful for it. May these milestones serve as a guide for those who wish to journey through my sounds — step by step, album after album.

Chronology of Sequentia Legenda’s Discography:

2025 — A RAY OF LIGHT (CDr Digipack & 8 page Booklet, Digital Version)

2024 — DECEM (CDr Digipack & 8 page Booklet, Digital Version)
2024 — Echo of Vibrations (Digital Version, name your price)
2024 — GALACTIC CRYSTALS (CDr Digipack & 8 page Booklet, Digital Version)

2023 — Extended Intuition Into the Unknown (Digital Version)
2023 — Departure for a Celestial Voyage (Digital Version, name your price)
2023 — ALCYONE (CD Digipack & 8 page Booklet, Digital Version)

2022 — The 432 Hz Berlin School Box (Double CDr Digipack & 8 page Booklet, Digital Version)
2022 — ANNO 1880 - Variations on the finale of ELEVATION (Digital Version)
2022 — RESONANCES (CD Digipack, Digital Version)
2022 — ELEVATION [Portal Version 2022] (Digital Version)

2021 — Luminosa Veritas [Xmas 2021 Version] (Digital Version, name your price)
2021 — HEAVENLY RESONANCE (Happy Birthday Version) (Digital Version, name your price)
2021 — CELESTIAL (CDr Digipack, Digital Version)
2021 — THE RETURN (Long Version) (Digital Version)
2021 — Around the Second Moon – Floating Days Edition (Digital Version)
2021 — Deep Sequences [Grenzwellen Version] (Digital Version)
2021 — Five Minutes Around the Second Moon (Digital Version, name your price)

2020 — VOICES 55 [EXCLUSIVE Version] (Digital Version)
2020 — BEYOND THE STARS (CD Digipack, Digital Version)
2020 — CIRCUMNAVIGATION [Study Version] (Digital Version)
2020 — Valentins Traum Exclusive Version (Digital Version)

2019 — FIVE (CDr Digipack & 8 page Booklet, Digital Version)
2019 — CODEX ON THE FLIGHT OF BIRDS (Digital Version)
2019 — THE LUNAR TRILOGY (Digital Version)
2019 — OVER THERE (CD Digipack & 8 page XL Booklet, Digital Version)

2018 — SOLITUDES LUNAIRES [XMas 2018 Version] (Digital Version)
2018 — RENAISSANCE (CD Digipack, Digital Version)
2018 — MIND LAKE [experimental version] (Digital Version)

2017 — THE RETURN experimental version (Digital Version)
2017 — Out of the Silence - Collaboration version (Digital Version)
2017 — ETHEREAL (CDr Digipack, Digital Version)
2017 — Out of the Silence - Exclusive version (Digital Version)

2016 — EXTENDED (Double CDr Digipack & 8 page Booklet, Digital Version)

2015 — AMIRA (CDr Digifile, Digital Version)
2015 — AU REVOIR (Digital Version)
2015 — VIBRATIONS - Blood Moon exclusive version (Digital Version)

2014 — BLUE DREAM (CDr Digipack 3 flaps, Digital Version)

 

 

            

DECEM A Decade of Musical Vision

Ten Years of Open Hearted Musical Sharing

A Decade of Musical Vision
Celebrating the Journey from BLUE DREAM to DECEM

Introduction

The Birth of a Dream: Ten years have passed since that memorable day on December 27, 2014, when I first unveiled my musical vision with BLUE DREAM. At the time, this album contained only one track of over 33 minutes: FLY OVER ME. Later, my first album quickly expanded with two more tracks to take its final form. A few months later, it was released as a CD, marking a decisive turning point in my artistic evolution. The creation of this album, particularly for the track FLY OVER ME which required sixteen months of work, was an intense commitment. The warm and enthusiastic reception from the public confirmed the relevance of my artistic expression.

An Enriched Discography: Since then, I have enriched my discography with thirteen additional albums, available in both physical and digital formats, and others only in digital format. I have had the chance and the joy of collaborating with talented artists such as drummer Tommy Betzler and Kurz Mindfields (Jean-Luc Briançon). Moreover, my music has been highlighted by magazines like iO Pages and by renowned radio shows such as La Planète Bleue hosted by Yves Blanc. These collaborations and recognitions have validated my work while adding further depth to my art.

The Dawn of a New Decade: Most recently, the release of the album DECEM on December 27, 2024, exactly ten years after BLUE DREAM, marked a decade of my musical, human, and spiritual journey. This album celebrates the continuous evolution of my artistic, human, and spiritual expression. DECEM is not only a reflection of my past but also a light projected into the future, embodying the maturation and constant expansion of my music and spirituality.

 

DECEM – A DECADE OF CREATION
Exploring Musical and Spiritual Evolution

The Essence of the Tenth Anniversary: DECEM, which means "ten" in Latin, is a jubilee album that evokes completeness: ten years of work, passion, sharing, and presence on the Berlin School scene. It is an important milestone, reflecting both the past and the anticipation of a creative future. This album is an invitation to an introspective journey, a connection with the universal, an awakening, a spiritual resonance, going beyond a simple artistic appreciation to reach something deeper, more transcendent, more sacred.

Musical Harmony: DECEM explores a variety of sound textures, always in line with the principles of vibrational harmony that I cherish. The three sound universes are composed using the 432 Hz frequency, known as the heart frequency. This pure frequency is in total harmony with our inner self, nature, and the universe that envelops us. Each note, each harmony is designed to resonate with the vital energy of listeners, creating a unique immersive experience.

Spiritual Elevation: My journey has also been marked by a profound spiritual evolution, which is an integral part of my musical ascent. Music has become for me a means to share all my sensitivity, a source of soul elevation. Through DECEM, I seek to transmit these elevated spiritual vibrations, allowing everyone to feel this beneficent energy. DECEM represents both an achievement and a new beginning, symbolizing the constant evolution and artistic maturity reached over time, while incorporating this spiritual dimension.

Nature's Inspiration: Finally, Mother Nature and Terra deeply inspire me. Nature is an inexhaustible source of serenity and vitality, influencing my creations and bringing essential harmony to my compositions. The deep connection with the Earth nourishes my creative spirit and strengthens the bond between music and the surrounding environment, thus creating a perfect symbiosis between the natural world and the sound universe. The pure and crystalline energy of nature in the service of music creates a unique and transcendental experience, a true celebration of life and the universe.

HEARTFELT TESTIMONIALS AND GRATITUDE
Exploring Musical and Spiritual Evolution

Heartfelt Testimonials: The touching testimonials from my listeners confirm the validity of my musical and spiritual evolution. Some have said: "It's amazing, your music intoxicates me, it's as if you added harmonies and sounds that are hypnotic." or "For me, Sequentia Legenda's music has a unique power: it exudes a deeply positive spiritual energy." What could be more beautiful than such comments? Knowing that my music can have therapeutic effects delights me profoundly.

A recent testimonial from Frans Lemaire about DECEM shared: "Each time I hear the music of Sequentia Legenda, I feel close to Klaus Schulze. Your style and flavors make me happy."

A Decade in Retrospect: DECEM marks a decade of my musical and spiritual journey and represents a retrospective of my evolution. Each track is a celebration of the experience, growth, and transformation I have undergone over the past ten years. The philosophy of DECEM is anchored in:

• Harmony: the quest for harmony,
• Serenity: serenity,
• Connection: and connection with universal energy.

This album seeks to capture and convey the positive vibrations and beneficent energies that have accompanied me throughout my journey. It reflects my mission as a vibration carrier and Lightworker, aiming to bring peace and healing through music.

Gratitude and Tributes: I want to express my deep gratitude to my two sons, whose unwavering support and love have been a constant source of inspiration. I also thank Tommy Betzler for his precious collaboration and incredible talent that have enriched my music over the years. To all the listeners who believed in my musical vision and supported me throughout this journey, thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your loyalty and encouragement are invaluable.

And finally, I wish to pay tribute to those who have changed dimensions, especially my dear Mother, Nathalie my first wife, and Klaus Schulze, whose influences continue to resonate in every note of my music. You remain forever in my heart and mind🙏

Towards a Bright Future: Looking to the future, I am filled with enthusiasm and hope. Together, let's continue to explore and celebrate the infinite beauty of music and the universe.

Laurent Schieber (Sequentia Legenda)

 

 

            

Sequentia Legenda Decade view by Paul

Sequentia Legenda Celebrates 10 Years
with the Album DECEM

CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF SEQUENTIA LEGENDA
with the Album DECEM

As an artist of the Berlin School for a decade now, I have had the privilege of sharing musical and spiritual journeys with many passionate fans. Today, I am excited to announce the release of my new album, DECEM, scheduled for December 27, 2015, marking my ten-year presence on the music scene.

Discover the insights of Paul Rijkens, an avid listener from the early days and a contributor for iO Pages magazine. His unique perspective and in-depth analysis offer enriching views on the musical evolution of Sequentia Legenda over the years.

DECEM Trailer

THE MUSICAL EVOLUTION OF SEQUENTIA LEGENDA
As Seen by Paul Rijkens

Laurent: Which Sequentia Legenda track or album has had the most impact on you and why?

Paul: For me, it is Float Among The Stars from the album Beyond The Stars. This song embodies everything I love about Sequentia Legenda's music. It has a magnificent sequence, excellent choir sounds, and a melancholic atmosphere that brings me back to the late 70s when the Berlin School style was flourishing.

Laurent: What aspect of Sequentia Legenda's music touches you the most and why?

Paul: In Sequentia Legenda's music, you can clearly hear the love and devotion for the Berlin School. All the albums breathe the Berlin School. It is the music Laurent grew up with. The same goes for me, so I think we have something in common here. I am a bit of a gear freak. Laurent uses software to make his music. But I don't hear any difference with hardware instruments. Using software in such a way that I don't notice it is also a quality of Laurent, in my opinion.

Laurent: How would you describe Sequentia Legenda's musical evolution from the album BLUE DREAM to today?

Paul: It is certain that Laurent is a big fan of Klaus Schulze's music, especially that from the late 70s. This can be clearly heard in BLUE DREAM. This is also true for the other albums, but I hear more and more that he brings in sometimes very subtle changes that can be called his own style. The sequences, the sounds, the drums, but overall the great atmosphere make the music.

THE TOTAL FREEDOM TO TRAVEL, TO IMAGINE, TO DREAM
For me, the Berlin School is all of that

Paul: What has drawn you to the Berlin School style of electronic music?

Laurent: Freedom. The total freedom to travel, to imagine, to dream. It is precisely this spirit of freedom that I still hold dear today to share with listeners. What is more beautiful than freedom, especially after what humanity has experienced? Music has no boundaries; vibrations are everywhere around us, they are energy, they are an integral part of life here and elsewhere. For me, the Berlin School is all of that.

It is precisely this freedom that has allowed me to explore new sounds and create compositions that escape conventional structures. For example, in my tracks, I enjoy playing with long and hypnotic sequences, sophisticated layers, and sequences in perpetual change, immersive sound textures that invite the listener to travel beyond our constraints, beyond our limits. It is a way to liberate the imagination and allow everyone to escape, to find their own space of dream and contemplation. The Berlin School is more than a musical genre; it is a philosophy, a way of perceiving and feeling music as a universal and timeless language, free from any constraints.

 

Paul: I have seen earlier pictures of you where you set behind hardware synthesizers. On your Sequentia Legenda albums you use software synthesizers. What made you decide to use software? I must honestly say, I don't hear a difference.

Laurent: It's a great compliment to hear that you don't notice the difference between software and physical instruments. I place great importance on the sound texture, particularly the analog grain that is typical of the mid-70s. I had the chance to acquire some prestigious analog machines such as the Korg modular, the famous PS3200, the MS20 and its companion, the SQ10 sequencer, the Oberheim DuoVoices, and the iconic ARP Odyssey, to name a few. Later, with the arrival of the MIDI standard, I traded my machines for digital synthesizers like the Roland JD800 or the Waldorf Microwave. I was able to experiment with different types of synthesis, which allowed me to quickly become comfortable with virtual synthesizers. I feel at ease with them; I've learned to get the best out of them to closely approach the sound grain that I love. The possibilities are vast, and I follow my heart in choosing these options. 

In conclusion:

I am deeply touched by Paul's words and his perspective on my work. His feedback, both on the technical and emotional aspects of my music, shows me that my quest to create and share positive vibrations and an immersive atmosphere is achieving its goal. Knowing that Paul does not notice any differences between the physical synthesizers and the VSTs in my work is a great recognition for me. The fact that I was able to work on subtractive synthesis in my youth has served me well. The feelings of the listeners are always important to me, and knowing that my compositions can resemble the best years of the Berlin School is an immense reward. Knowing that my love and dedication to this beautiful movement are apparent in my soundscapes makes me extremely happy.

For those who missed it, don't forget to check out my interview with Renaud Joly, where we discussed the significant moments of my last ten years in music. Read here.

While waiting for the release of DECEM, I also invite you to discover the DVD LIVE in EINDHOVEN, which captures the essence of our performance, Tommy Betzler and myself.

Thank you again for your continuous support.

Musicales Greetings,
Laurent Schieber (Sequentia Legenda)

 

 

            

Sequentia Legenda Decade view by Renaud

Celebrating 10 Years of Sequentia Legenda
with the Album DECEM

10 YEARS OF SEQUENTIA LEGENDA
New Album DECEM Available December 27, 2024

As an artist of the Berlin School for now a decade, I have had the privilege of traveling musically and spiritually alongside many dedicated fans. Today, I am pleased to announce the release of my new album, DECEM, scheduled for December 27th, 2024, thus celebrating my ten years of presence on the musical scene.

I would like to share with you the reflections of Renaud Joly, an early listener living in Singapore, whose support and feedback have always been enriching both musically and humanly.

DECEM Trailer

THE MUSICAL EVOLUTION OF SEQUENTIA LEGENDA
As Seen by Renaud Joly

Laurent: Which Sequentia Legenda track or album has had the most impact on you and why?

Renaud: For me, The Return - experimental version, is one of the tracks that has touched me the most deeply. First, there is this unique sound, almost with an analog texture, which evokes a bygone era while maintaining a magical and timeless aura. This track evokes a certain nostalgia in me, like a gentle and profound reminiscence, but there is also a cosmic breath, a futuristic vision that blends with this nostalgia to create a fascinating sound universe.

From the first notes, the melody transports me, making me travel beyond the boundaries of reality. The captivating loops succeed each other, intertwine, and each new listening reveals subtle details that amplify the depth of this composition. The density of these elements creates an immersive soundscape, an almost tangible texture that invites contemplation.

Limiting the duration of this experimental version to just over ten minutes also makes it an ideal track for a meditative break in the middle of the day, a moment of recentring and rejuvenation. Then, the release of the extended version in 2001 brought a new dimension, further enriching the work, before the 432 Hz tuned version in 2022 came to sublime the whole. This latest version THE RETURN (Long version) is, in my opinion, the pinnacle of this composition, a major work, a peak of emotion and resonance.

 

Laurent: What aspect of Sequentia Legenda's music touches you the most and why?

Renaud: For me, Sequentia Legenda's music has a unique power: it emits a profoundly positive spiritual energy. It's difficult to describe precisely, but with each listening, the sounds, the loops, and all the sonic elements seem to awaken parts of the mind, opening the doors to an inner journey without needing to move physically. It is an experience where one is transported while remaining grounded, a sound meditation that invites self-discovery.

This attentive listening becomes almost therapeutic, bringing real well-being, like a source of regeneration that allows finding serenity and balance. Sequentia Legenda's music, with its subtle texture and immersive structure, creates a space where one can recharge, feel inner peace, and reconnect with positive emotions.

Laurent: How would you describe Sequentia Legenda's musical evolution from the album BLUE DREAM to today?

Renaud: In ten years, many elements have evolved. First, on the sound side, there has been a quest for a more crystalline purity. At the beginning, the sound textures were perhaps denser, thicker, but over the albums, they have become increasingly refined, offering an improved spatial diffusion, in my opinion. The switch to 432 Hz has also accentuated this spatial dimension, making the listening experience even more immersive.

Furthermore, the sonic complexity has enriched over time. The progressive multiplication of instruments has given the music richness, depth, a bit like a space that initially contained a few elements and which, over the years, has filled with subtle details and a diversity of nuances.

Finally, the spiritual and contemplative aspect has asserted itself over this evolution. The whole creates something absolutely unique and authentic, a work that deeply touches and personally resonates, inviting an inner journey and intimate reflection.

A MESSAGE OF GRATITUDE, A HEART-TO-HEART SHARING
Before the Release of DECEM

Renaud: What were the most transformative or decisive moments for you over these ten years on the Berlin School scene, and how did they influence your musical evolution as well as your inner and transcendental journey?

Laurent: During these ten years, there have been some material and technical changes, but the deepest transformation is spiritual, and that's the one I want to highlight here. The awareness of composing only in 432 Hz was a crucial turning point for me. It's a step further towards a musical vision in harmony with our environment, nature, and the cosmos.

I find it essential to share regenerative vibrations, allowing listeners to freely escape in serene immersion. This approach has enabled me to create music that not only awakens the senses but also nourishes the soul, offering a truly transcendent experience.

It's a joy, a divine chance to musically share a bit of well-being, dream, and freedom – I now consider this one of my life's missions on this earth. I deeply thank my listeners for their continued support and connection with my musical vision. Their presence and encouragements motivate me to continue this spiritual and musical journey.

 

Renaud: How do you perceive the evolution of the Berlin School as a genre, and how does your music fit into or distinguish itself from it, especially in shaping your sound, rhythms, and other musical elements over time?

Laurent: For me, the Berlin School remains a rich and inspiring musical movement, with still great days ahead. Of course, it is difficult to compare the current Berlin School with that of the 70s, a time when pioneers like Klaus Schulze and Tangerine Dream laid the foundations of the genre. Over the decades, the genre has evolved, integrating new technologies such as virtual synthesizers.

Personally, I have always sought to stay true to the original spirit of the Berlin School, especially with the sound grain so typical of the analog era, while bringing my own vision, creativity, and sensitivity. My sound is characterized by immersive sound textures and hypnotic rhythmic sequences, reflecting my musical vision and personal evolution.

My goal is to capture the essence of the Berlin School while offering a unique, contemplative, and spiritual musical experience. The fusion of the old and the new allows me to create music that, I hope, resonates with today's listeners while honoring the genre's legacy.

My authentic and thoughtful approach is my humble contribution to the Berlin School. Every vibration and nuance of my music aims to deeply touch the listener's soul.

Looking Forward to DECEM

DECEM is set to release on December 27, 2024. This opus encapsulates a decade of musical and spiritual evolution, offering a unique blend that continues to highlight the essence of the Berlin School in an extended version. Journey and experience the transcendental sounds that have defined Sequentia Legenda. Mark this date on your calendars and let's celebrate together.

In conclusion:

I am deeply touched by Renaud's words and his perspective on my work. The listeners' feelings remain important to me; it's a heart-to-heart sharing. And I am delighted to learn that my soundscapes can provide serenity and well-being for Renaud. Hearing that my music is somewhat therapeutic is a very nice compliment and a comfort.

For a complementary perspective, don't miss the article with Arnaud, where we explored the inspirations behind my compositions and where Arnaud Joly shares his feelings on the key moments of my musical career. Read here.

While waiting for the release of DECEM, I also invite you to discover the DVD LIVE in EINDHOVEN, which captures the essence of our performance, Tommy Betzler and myself.

Thank you again for your continuous support.

Musicales Greetings,
Laurent Schieber (Sequentia Legenda)