NEW YORK—The orchestra opened with an air of eminence. The violins supported the trumpets’ regal, lustrous tones, which resonated throughout the hall. It was a wonderful, symphonic opening of a performance of Shen Yun Performing Arts last season, but what came next was a stirring surprise.
The orchestra quieted for the entrance of the erhu, the two-stringed Chinese violin that is known for its emotional expressiveness.
