Seattle Symphony: Tan Dun Conducts 'Nu Shu: The Secret Songs of Women'

• Xavier de Maistre, harp
• Tan Dun, conductor

Tan Dun brings two characteristically beautiful and thoughtful works to Seattle. Nu Shu: The Secret Songs of Women was inspired by the remote Chinese village Nu Shu, where the women pass down knowledge of their own unique language, mother to daughter. Sound River, which has its U.S. premiere with the Seattle Symphony, is a tribute marking the 700th anniversary of the death of Marco Polo that delves into the music and culture the explorer encountered on his legendary travels along the silk route to China and back.

Pre-concert talk presented one hour prior to each performance. Free with ticket purchase.

Performances on May 15 & 16.

About Seattle Symphony

Recognized as one of the "most vital American orchestras" (NPR), the Seattle Symphony is internationally acclaimed for its inventive programming, community-minded initiatives, and superb recordings on the Seattle Symphony Media label. With a strong commitment to new music and a legacy of over 150 recordings, the orchestra has garnered five Grammy Awards, 26 Grammy nominations, and two Emmy Awards, and was named Gramophone's 2018 Orchestra of the Year. The Symphony performs in Benaroya Hall in the heart of downtown Seattle.

About Xavier de Maistre, harp

https://www.harrisonparrott.com/artists/xavier-de-maistre

About Tan Dun, conductor

https://www.harrisonparrott.com/artists/tan-dun