Composed in the fall of 2021, "Ode in Somnium" (Latin for "dream") explores the fantastical dreamscape

inspired by the magnificent murals of Dunhuang, China.

Each visit to these caves ignites a wellspring of emotions, stirred by the murals' vibrant colors and mystical imagery, reflecting the rich ancient culture they depict.

The hazy atmosphere within the caves evokes a dreamlike state, further immersing the viewer in the artistic narrative.

Dunhuang holds a special place in my heart as my mother's hometown and the location of the renowned Mogao Caves, also known as the Thousand Buddha Grottoes. I would like to celebrate it in the best and purest musical language.

"Ode in Somnium" stands as a personal reflection on my experiences amidst these artistic wonders - an ode not only to the murals themselves but also to the ancient world they so vividly portray.

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Ode in Somnium (Somnium 拉丁语，意为 “梦境”）创作于 2021 年秋季，探索了奇幻的梦境

灵感来自中国敦煌的宏伟壁画。

每一次参观这些石窟，都会被壁画鲜艳的色彩和神秘的意象所激发，点燃情感的泉源，反映出壁画所描绘的丰富的古代文化。

石窟内朦胧的氛围唤起了一种梦幻般的境界，使观众进一步沉浸在艺术叙事中。

敦煌是我母亲的故乡，也是闻名遐迩的莫高窟（又称千佛洞）所在地，因此在我心中有着特殊的地位，我愿用最美好纯粹的音乐语言来赞颂它。

“ Ode in Somnium"是我在这些艺术奇观中经历的个人冥想--这不仅是对壁画本身的颂歌，也是对壁画生动描绘的古代世界的颂歌。

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Dream awake overabundance.The dream just like soberly separates the world.

大梦初醒，恍如隔世。