Symphonic Overture No.1

SYMPHONIC OVERTURE No.1, Op.25a (1976-78)
This overture is the 1st piece of the music series, "Symphonic Concert No.1",op.25.
The Symphonic Overture No.1, as the premiered title "The Consecration of Spring No.1", is in sonata form with a slow and mysterious introduction. After a dramatic and powerful development, the music eventually ends in a triumphant roar. There is an ancient expression saying that "The begining of a year is spring", while the Qing-ming festival is an important reminder for sowing. this festival is also a day to commemorate the deceased ancestors, which is most revered in Chinese traditions. The idea of Symphonic Overture No.1" came from such sentiments. Nonetheless, the composer doesn't mean to evoke a lamenting atmosphere. Through commemorating past turmoil and glory, the composer does expect a brilliant future for the nation of China.
The premiere of the Symphonic Overture No.1 was performed by both of the Central Opera(Zheng, Xiao-ying conductor) and the Central Philharmonic(Han, Zhong-jie conductor) in Beijing, 1978. The entire "Symphonic Concert No.1", including the piano concerto(Joseph Banowets pianist) and the symphony(Li, De-lun conductor), was premiered by the Central Opera in Beijing, 1986.
The CD of the piano concerto has been also released .
[Duraion: 21 Min']

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