The Rest is Our World (2020)

About the Work

Duration: 4′
for a harpist on the lawn/balcony/porch/hallway/woods/mountain/pond/or any public space, and voice (optional)

Video Premiere: August 27, 2020
performed by CSO Principal Harp Gillian Benet Sella and her son, Mischa Sella

The Rest is Our World was commissioned by the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and Cincinnati Pops for The Fanfare Project, and made possible by Thanh Pham.


Du Yun introduces the piece:

The Fanfare Project: Du Yun

Du Yun had a very specific memory that she wanted to translate to her composition for The Fanfare Project. Watch this video to hear her share her story, then stay tuned for the performance that will be posted on August 27!

Posted by Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra on Tuesday, August 25, 2020

Du Yun awarded the Centennial Medal at the Graduate School of Arts and Science of the Harvard University