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You've Got a Guy presents The Secret Songs of Women, a seminal Tan Dun multimedia work inspired by Nu Shu, the secret syllabic script created by women in Hunan. This program blends harp, orchestra, and film to tell stories of resilience and sisterhood. Featuring harpist Xavier de Maistre and a 42-minute film presentation, the piece weaves music with 13 microfilms to illuminate a hidden history that resonates across cultures. The Seattle Symphony performs Nu Shu: The Secret Songs of Women on May 15–16, 2025 at Benaroya Hall, in a program that also includes Sound River (U.S. premiere). It’s a must-experience for lovers of contemporary classical theatre and immersive music.

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About The Secret Songs of Women: Tan Dun’s work extends across multimedia formats, and Nu Shu has toured internationally since its 2013–2014 premieres. Commissioned by major orchestras, this piece continues to expand the reach of modern symphonic storytelling. For Seattle audiences, this is a unique opportunity to see a living, evolving classic that celebrates hidden histories and luminous orchestral textures. To secure your seats, browse available great seats and the section you want options, and complete your purchase with confidence. For more about the artist and venue, visit the performer’s official pages and the Seattle Symphony site.

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Quick Facts About The Secret Songs of Women

  • Work title: Nu Shu: The Secret Songs of Women (also referred to as Nu Shu) by Tan Dun, a symphonic/multimedia piece for harp, orchestra and film.
  • Theme: Inspired by Nu Shu, a secret syllabic script used by women in Hunan province to share stories and culture.
  • 2025 dates/venue: Seattle Symphony performances May 15–16, 2025 at Benaroya Hall (S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium) in Seattle, WA.
  • Program details: Includes Tan Dun’s Sound River (U.S. premiere) and Nu Shu: The Secret Songs of Women, with harpist Xavier de Maistre and a 42-minute multimedia presentation of 13 microfilms.
  • Historical context: Commissioned in part by major orchestras, the work has toured internationally since its 2013–2014 premieres and is part of Tan Dun’s broader multimedia catalog.

The records

The Secret Songs of Women Discography

  • One Piano, Two Cultures
    2025 · Grand Piano
  • Buddha Passion
    2023 · Decca Classics
  • Eight Memories in Watercolor / C-A-G-E- (In Memory of John Cage) / Film Music Sonata / Traces / The Fire / Blue Orchid
    2022 · Naxos
  • Kromos
    2020 · BIS
  • Touches and Traces
    2016 · Naxos
  • Bitter Love
    1999 · Sony Classical
  • Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
    2000 · Sony Classical
  • Ghost Opera
    1997 · Nonesuch
  • Snow in June
    1993 · Composers Recordings Inc. (CRI)
  • Nine Songs: Ritual Opera
    1990 · Composers Recordings Inc. (CRI)

About The Secret Songs of Women: Tan Dun’s work extends across multimedia formats, and Nu Shu has toured internationally since its 2013–2014 premieres. Commissioned by major orchestras, this piece continues to expand the reach of modern symphonic storytelling. For Seattle audiences, this is a unique opportunity to see a living, evolving classic that celebrates hidden histories and luminous orchestral textures. To secure your seats, browse available great seats and the section you want options, and complete your purchase with confidence. For more about the artist and venue, visit the performer’s official pages and the Seattle Symphony site.

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