In an oasis along the Silk Road in northwest China lie the Dunhuang Caves, grottoes filled with ancient Buddhist artwork. This piece tells of a lone sculptor who works there, toiling day and night to perfect his craft in honor of the divine. Fatigued, he falls asleep and the statues of Buddhas and heavenly maidens come to life to reward his devotion, illuminating the cave and granting him new inspiration. Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra brings the sculptor's experience to life with melodic erhu, maj