Music of Shen Yun

    神韻原創音樂成功結合了東西方正統音樂的精髓,以西方管弦樂為基奠烘托中國樂器的特色。以古老中國音樂的旋律韻味為基礎,用西方管弦樂來表現神韻所需要的效果,這是新的開創,是神韻的音樂特點 。

    中國音樂注重內在情緒的表現,古人一向用樂器訴說自己的心情,西方音樂著重於整體音樂的合奏效果,為了達到這一點,音樂的配器與和聲效果就成為最重要的。神韻音樂結合了兩者的特點。

    中國有五千年文化,有五十多個民族的音樂特色,有宮廷音樂的洪大,有民間音樂十足的韻味,有豐富的創作源泉。神韻使用西方交響樂隊為基奠,結合中國樂器更有效的滿足了現代人對音樂的聽覺習慣。

    Sounds of the East

    The origins of Chinese music can be dated back to distant antiquity. Ancient Chinese instruments share a deep connection with Heaven and Earth. The delicate notes of the plucked pipa evoke a sense of celestial realms. The enchanting sound of the 4,000-year-old erhu mimics the human voice. Leading the melody amidst a full Western orchestra, they create a profound musical experience that resonates deep in the heart.

    節目精選

  • The Creation (from the 2018 season)
    This symphonic poem tells of humankind’s origins and longing for the Creator’s return.
  • Ancient Melody (from the 2018 season)
    An instrument that dates back thousands of years, the erhu can both uniquely convey and evoke a wide range of emotions.
  • Tang Dynasty Training Ground (from the 2018 season)
    This piece accompanies Emperor Taizong as he trains the mighty warriors of the Tang Dynasty.
  • Sarasate’s Carmen Fantasy, Op. 25 (from the 2018 season)
    One of the most famous pieces for violin, Sarasate’s 1883 composition is known for its fantastic virtuosic acceleration.
  • Lofty Spirits on the Grasslands (from the 2018 season)
    This vigorous piece that takes us straight to the boundless grasslands, home to the Mongolians.
  • Reviews

    • “The music they’ve created is such an excellent combination of traditional melodies.”
      —Dr. Richard Webb, organist, musicologist, and professor, Southern University
    • “Delightful... they blend the Chinese instruments so very well with the Western instruments.”
      —Per Brevig, conductor and professor, The Juilliard School
    • “Really wonderful! I’d be interested in playing some of this music or trying some of it myself.”
      —Charles Castleman, virtuoso violinist and professor, Eastman School of Music