Program Notes
"The Lady of Ma-Lan," also titled "Ma-Lan Love Song," is a folksong of the A-Mei aboriginal people of Taiwan. The lyrics reflects a woman's yearning, dedication to love, and value for self-determination of marriage. The melody is delicate, meticulous, and whispering gently. Behind the tune is a love story of the A-Mei tribe, which is very touching.
馬蘭姑娘為阿美族民謠,又稱馬蘭情歌、馬蘭之戀。歌詞主要反映阿美族的女性追求愛情的執著與女性自主的婚姻價值觀。旋律悠柔 婉轉、輕輕細訴,歌曲背後寫的是一個動人心弦的阿美族愛情故事。