IDAGIO | Tan Dun: Symphonic Poem of 3 Notes - Orchestral Theatre I, "Xun" - Concerto for Orchestra (after Marco Polo) 747313060870

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Tan Dun
Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra

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Album & Artwork

The album features three works by Tan Dun: Symphonic Poem on Three Notes, Orchestral Theatre, and Concerto for Orchestra, which together explore themes from nature, ritual, and journeys.

Composer's Artistic Vision

Composer Tan Dun's musical memories from childhood involve villagers, local band members, and a shaman singing and playing together, blending their voices with sounds of nature like water, stones, and leaves.

Performer Biography

The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, led by Music Director Jaap van Zweden, is one of Asia's leading orchestras, enriching Hong Kong's cultural life for over a century.

Composer's Artistic Vision

Tan Dun's compositions on this album are rooted in traditional orchestral sound but integrate experimental and ritualistic vocalizations and natural sounds like stones, air, and leaves.

Recording & Production

This recording was made possible with the generous support of AIA and was produced and engineered by Tim Handley.

Composer Biography

Tan Dun is a conceptual and multifaceted composer/conductor who has received numerous prestigious honors, including a GRAMMY® Award, Academy Award, and the Grawemeyer Award for classical composition.