Symphony San Jose marks historic events with 'Yellow River Cantata'
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The performance of 'The Yellow River Cantata' by 70 musicians from Symphony San Jose and over 170 chorus members marks the 80th anniversary of major historical events. The cantata, composed by Xian Xinghai in 1939, blends Western classical music with Chinese folk elements and is based on Guang Weiran's patriotic poem. It features eight movements, each conveying distinct themes. The performance will occur on August 16 at 7:30 p.m., with tickets available online and by phone.
The Yellow River Cantata consists of eight movements, each with its unique character and message, blending Western classical music with traditional Chinese melodies.
Xian Xinghai's work, written in 1939, was inspired by Guang Weiran's patriotic poem 'Yellow River' which serves as the lyrics for the cantata.
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