Symphonic Overture No.2

This overture is the 1st piece of a series, "Symphonic Concert No.2", op.47. A Violin concerto in 3 movements, op.47b, is the 2nd, which is followed the Symphony in A flat major, "Phoenix" in 5-movements-, Op.47c. These three separate pieces share certain related features and leitmotifs to form a grand musical structure.

The <Symphonic Overture No.2> is also written in a sonata form with a slow and mysterious introduction. After a dramatic and powerful development, the music eventually ends in a triumphant roar. Here is an ancient expression saying that "The beginning 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 "The Consecration of Spring" 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.

Commissioned by the Ontario Art Council, the premiere was performed successfully by Toronto Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Paul Robinson, whom the overture being dedicated to, in Toronto, November, 1989. It has been widely performed and warmly received in the North America, Singapore and Beijing, China.

The CD of it, performed by the Russian philharmonic Orchestra, has been released by the ROI, HK in 1998.

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