The World's Largest All-Monk Chan Music Troupe

The Jinghui Guangxuan Symphony Orchestra, named in honour of the late Buddhist Masters Jinghui and Guangxuan, is a Chan symphony orchestra composed entirely of monastic members, both monks and nuns. Its predecessor, the Guangxuan Arts Ensemble, was founded in 2008 by Master Shiwule with the purpose of spreading and promoting the values of genuineness, goodness, and beauty in traditional Eastern culture to contribute to world peace. 

The Jinghui Guangxuan Symphony Orchestra is historically the first to advocate for practicing Chan through learning and playing music. It is also a pioneer in spreading goodness and love through music. On the one hand, professionalism in musical technique is pursued; on the other hand, great emphasis is placed on the cultivation of virtues to achieve Buddhahood. 

All members of the Jinghui Guangxuan Symphony Orchestra have begun the musical education from the ground up upon joining the monastery. Following the teachings of Master Shiwule, every monk and nun integrates daily life with the art of music, combining Chan practice with singing, dancing, and playing musical instruments.

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