The Music of Chen Yi

The Women's Philharmonic with Chanticleer

This recording features works that were commissioned during Chen Yi's three-year residency with Chanticleer and the Women's Philharmonic. Chanticleer is featured on Chinese Myths Cantata. All other works are performed by the Women's Philharmonic and musicians playing traditional Chinese instruments. JoAnn Falletta, conductor.

There are a number of composers these days trying to forge a musical link between East and West, but few who bring as much pizzazz to the task as Chen Yi. The colorful genius of Chen Yi's writing shines through.

--SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE