Hu thinks highly of the lyrics from Shen Yun’s vocal soloists, which were displayed on the stage’s backdrop in both Chinese and English. The lyrics, in particular, are philosophical and thought provoking. ‘The lyrics provide us with hope for humanity’Īpart from classical Chinese, folk, and ethnic dance, Shen Yun also features bel canto soloists with original lyrics and music. I forgot about the world around me I was completely immersed in the height of humanity,” Mr. “I was completely mesmerized by the costumes, the dance and the artists’ facial expressions. Every scene was a display of the arts in their utmost perfection.” “Afterward, I couldn’t hold back my tears. “Unmatched aesthetics-gorgeous! I can’t imagine how it is that the Shen Yun artists are able to present such divine beauty in such a sacred-seeming way,” said Mr. With a sparkle in his eyes, he added, “Shen Yun is priceless!” She has brought an ancient civilization to life,” he said. Shen Yun has inspired me to start studying traditional Chinese culture and our ancient beliefs. Hu continued, “Shen Yun makes me realize how wonderful and noble our culture is. The best parts of our own Chinese traditions have been thrown away, resulting in a problem-ridden society. “I have realized that what we have thrown away is actually the height of civilization. Hu spent the last seven years in the United States attempting to advance his pursuit of “the truth and the source of civilization,” as he puts it. The Pursuit for ‘Truth and the Source of Civilization’Įducated in China, Mr. Hu spent 11 years studying Western philosophy and three years in divinity school. I wept as I am so grateful for the opportunity to see Shen Yun,” he said. “Shen Yun is unparalleled in its display of this culture. “Embodied in the exquisite beauty and divine virtues I saw here today was the quintessence of Chinese culture.” “I cried at the start of the performance because I saw the pinnacle of what human art can reach,” said Mr.

in Western philosophy and divinity school student, was in awe after watching Shen Yun Performing Arts New York Company perform at California Center for the Arts on the afternoon of Jan.

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