Yellow River Cantata

Author: Xian Xinghai
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Publish Date: 2005-06-01
Features: To meet the needs of a broad readership in understanding the history and popularity of Yellow River Cantata since its creation and the 60th anniversary of its composition, this collection specially selects inscriptions from several generations of leaders of the Communist Party of China and international friends, evaluations of the work and Xian Xinghai by these leaders, and their expressions of care for his family. It also includes rare historical photographs, the composer's reflections on the conception of the work and his creative process, the lyricist's reminiscence of Xian Xinghai, and memories and tributes from his family. Of particular interest is Xian Xinghai's life and work during his time away from his homeland. The indomitable and persistent national spirit he demonstrated in these circumstances further deepens our understanding of him. It is precisely because the composer possessed this spirit that he was able to create immortal works worthy of the great era.