The Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra is world class, gently introducing the audience to Chinese musical culture but still performing western favorites. Of special mention was a violin solo by Fiona Zheng. “She is or secret weapon,” said organizer Jennifer Wang considering that the Falun Gong is totally nonviolent.
The cultural mix was interesting, the conductor is a Russian trained Bulgarian, Milen Nachev, the concert master (lead violinist) is German Astrid Martig, the rest was Chinese including much of the compostitions.
Leaving their political leaning aside, a good afternoon of excellent music. They are coming back maybe in May.
Adu Raudkivi
