Isang Yun's compositional style is characterized by the polarity of motifs, such as Yin and Yang, despair and hope, which are intensified and reconciled into a higher unity in the spirit of Tao.
Composer Biography
Isang Yun, a Korean composer, was deeply connected to the interpreters of his music, as shown by Heinz Holliger's recording of Piri on Yun's 60th birthday.
Album & Artwork
This CD re-releases a 1979 LP by the East Asia Work Group in the Berlin Missionary Society, with two new cello etudes added.
Recording & Production
The original 1979 recording of Piri by oboist Heinz Holliger had to be transferred from an LP because the master tape was lost.
Instruments
The Piri is a traditional Korean oboe with three types of various sizes, mainly used in court, aristocratic, and shamanistic music, known for its broad tonal range, flexibility, and expressivity.
Cultural Impact
The profits from the original 1979 LP sales were donated to victims of political persecution in South Korea.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Isang Yun's compositions often blend political and ethical-humanitarian motives with his life experiences.
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