Zhou Long's teenage years during China's Cultural Revolution (1966-76) contrasted sharply with the open worldview of the Tang Dynasty, leading to him being labeled a 'hated intellectual'.
Performer Biography
The Shanghai Quartet, acclaimed for its refinement and musical distinction, blends Eastern music's delicacy with Western repertoire's passion and astounding technique.
Interpretation
Conductor Lan Shui encourages his orchestra to approach Zhou Long's music by listening for the story, comparing it to the narrative depth found in Debussy's works.
Recording & Production
This recording was funded in part by the American Academy of Arts and Letters, which awarded Zhou Long its prestigious Academy Award in Music in 2003.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Zhou Long's artistic perspective is deeply rooted in the Tang Dynasty (AD 618-907), a legendary golden age of Chinese civilization known for its intellectual and artistic greatness.
Compositional Technique
Zhou Long's music often features Western instruments mimicking the playing techniques of their Chinese counterparts, a stylistic juxtaposition he first encountered in a song and dance troupe.
Composer Biography
Zhou Long, a Chinese-born composer, merges musical and aesthetic elements from both his native and adopted cultures, creating a distinctive voice.
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