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    Two Silk Screens from Kyoto (Stephen Chin) for String Orchestra

    Two Silk Screens from Kyoto (Stephen Chin) for String Orchestra

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    Experience a captivating musical journey to Kyoto with “Two Silk Screens from Kyoto” by Stephen Chin. This evocative string orchestra piece beautifully reflects Japanese culture through graceful melodies and intricate harmonies. Immerse yourself in its meditative ambiance, as the strings evoke vivid images of cherry blossoms and serene landscapes.

    Stephen Chin: “These two pieces were inspired by my visit to Japan. They capture memories of the country's beauty, contrasting the elegance of cranes by a lake with the dynamic movements of samurai. I frequently used the Japanese scale, Hirajōshi, along with other pentatonic scales throughout the set.”

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    Two Silk Screens from Kyoto (Stephen Chin) for String Orchestra

    Embark on a serene and captivating musical journey to Kyoto with “Two Silk Screens from Kyoto” by Stephen Chin. This evocative string orchestra piece beautifully captures the essence of Japanese culture. Inspired by the delicate art of silk screening, the composition weaves together graceful melodies and intricate harmonies, transporting listeners to the tranquil landscapes of ancient Kyoto. Immerse yourself in the elegant beauty and meditative ambiance of “Two Silk Screens from Kyoto,” allowing the strings to create vivid images of cherry blossoms and serene whispers in your mind.

    Stephen Chin: “I was inspired to write these two pieces from a visit to Japan some years ago.  They are just a little snapshot of so many exquisite memories of such a beautiful country. The wistful elegance of cranes in the wilderness wandering on a lake’s edge is contrasted with the dynamic and athletic movements of samurais in action.  The use of the Japanese scale, Hirajōshi and other pentatonic scales are used frequently throughout the set.”

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