
André Déjean
André Déjean was a renowned Haitian trumpeter, composer, and arranger, best known as a founding member of the legendary musical group Frères Déjean, formed in the late 1960s. His innovative contributions helped shape the sound of compas music, making the group one of the most celebrated orchestras in Haitian history. Déjean was instrumental in composing and arranging numerous classics within the Haitian repertoire, solidifying his legacy as a key figure in the country's musical landscape. His passing on September 11, 2026, marked the loss of one of the major architects of Haitian music.
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André Déjean passed away at the age of 75, leaving behind a legacy of albums and arrangements.
la dernière note d'une trompette légendaire (deuxième partie)André Déjean's passing leaves a void in Haitian music.
Fabrice Rouzier esquisse le portrait d’André Déjean et salue l’héritage des Frères Déjean
André Déjean was a legendary trumpeter and co-founder of the Frères Déjean orchestra.
la dernière note d’une trompette légendaireAndré Déjean was a trumpeter, composer, and arranger who passed away on September 11, 2026.
Le Premier ministre honore la mémoire du trompettiste André Déjean
André Déjean was a famous Haitian trumpeter, composer, and arranger who passed away on September 11, 2026.
Décès du célèbre trompettiste haïtien André Déjean