The Music of Shen Yun

Traditional Chinese music is rich with spiritual significance. The ancients even believed it has the power to heal. Now, go behind the scenes with Shen Yun’s conductors and composers to discover a breakthrough in classical music. Shen Yun’s all-original compositions feature the perfect harmony of classical music of East and West. How is this done? First, the Western orchestra serves as a foundation, accentuating the distinct sound of Chinese instruments. Second, the bedrock of soul-stirring melodies from the ancient Middle Kingdom is fully brought to life by a Western symphony. This is what makes Shen Yun’s music unique and is a new frontier in classical music. Traditional Chinese music emphasizes the expression of inner feelings—the ancients always used musical instruments to relate their states of mind. Western music, meanwhile, focuses on the overall effect of the musical ensemble—and to achieve that, arrangement and harmony are of utmost importance. Shen Yun’s music combines these approaches to capture the essence of both East and West. For more information, visit http://www.shenyun.com/symphony/introduction