Julian Yu
*02.09.1957

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Julian Yu
Wu-Yu | op. 14 | for orchestra

Work Details
Opus: op. 14
Year of composition: 1987
Scored for: for orchestra
Composer: Julian Yu
Instrumentation details: 3·2·3·2 - 4·2·3·1 - 2 perc - hp - pf - strings
Duration (min): 10
Dedication: dedicated to Victorian Arts Centre
Licensing: Licensing Request
World Première
Location: Concert Hall Melbourne / Australia
Date: 02.02.1989
Orchestra: State Orchestra of Victoria
Conductor: Vladimir Ponkin
Work Introduction

The ancient Chinese word Wu-Yu refers to rain-making ceremonies performed in times of drought. The term was used flexibly, denoting sometimes the ceremony itself, sometimes the place in which it was held, and sometimes the music and dance associated with the ceremony.

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