If you are a classical music enthusiast, the name Isaac Stern should already exist in your musical vocabulary. His name rings recognition and great stature. I first came across the documentary when I was looking through the shelf at my local library in Washington state. I read his name and smiled. Eventually, I purchased the DVD due to my liking.
As I watched the documentary, I came across another familiar name - the famous Yo Yo Ma. I was able to learn about a favorite cellist - Jian Wang. The focus of the film was to follow Stern's trip in China as he taught a new modern way of playing to Chinese orchestra players. China opened their doors for new thinking.
The players were on a rigid regime of precise and perfection on their note playing. Yo Yo Ma and Jian Wang were young students during the filming.
Stern came in and showed how to play with the emotions and creativity. There was a struggle for the players since they are based on a certain techniques and musical methods. The Western thinking meeting the Eastern methods made the film remarkable and pivotal on changing cultural thoughts and education.
I had the pleasure of seeing both Yo Yo Ma and Wang in their performances. My heart always stops and enjoys their movements and breath through the cello.
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