This recording features commissioned compositions performed by three outstanding Westcoast instrumental groups, the Vancouver Chinese Music Ensemble, the Orchid Ensemble nd the BC Chinese Music Ensemble

Zhang’s compositions bring together Asian delicacy with western assertiveness, revealing his intimate knowledge and understanding of Chinese and Western instruments.

1. Tracing

2. Gazing at the Deep Blue Sea

3. No Rush

4. Awakening

5-7. Hou Yi Shoots the Sun