The power of perfectionism

As a pianist, Luo Wei is no stranger to the profound power of music and is able to channel both the darkest depths of despair and the brightest glimmers of hope. On Sunday, she will release her new album, Through the Storm, a deeply personal exploration of her struggles, triumphs, and her transformation through music.

This double-CD album, recorded with the Shenzhen Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Conductor Lin Daye, features four monumental works — Prokofiev's Piano Concertos No 2 and No 3, and Rachmaninoff's Piano Concertos No 2 and No 3. These emotionally rich and deeply complex pieces serve as the perfect backdrop for Luo's journey of self-discovery.

"I've always believed that music can be a form of therapy," says the 26-year-old musician. "Through this project, I want to show that music isn't just a tool for performance; it's a way to transform and understand our struggles. The storms we face aren't only external; often, they're within us. Music can be the bridge that helps us overcome them."