In this interview, sound engineer Tahu Parkinson shares his journey from growing up in New Zealand to working behind the scenes with Shen Yun Performing Arts.
Originally trained as a musician, Tahu reflects on his path to sound engineering. He shares how his role now centers on preserving the orchestra's natural, expressive sound while enhancing the live performance experience.
He also speaks about his search for meaning, how his faith shapes his perspective, and what it’s like to experience the show night after night from just behind the stage.
He speaks about:
00:00 – Meet Tahu Parkinson, Sound Engineer
00:19 – From Musician to Sound Engineer
00:37 – What His Role Involves
01:06 – Shaping the Sound of the Orchestra
01:35 – A Search for Meaning
02:20 – Experiencing the Show from Behind the Scenes
03:07 – Moments That Stand Out in Performance
03:50 – A Mindset for Growth
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Shen Yun Performing Arts presents colorful and exhilarating performances of classical Chinese dance and music. A performance by Shen Yun is a presentation of traditional Chinese culture as it once was: a study in grace, wisdom, and the virtues distilled from the five millennia of Chinese civilization.
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