Liu Wenjin (1937–2013) was a renowned composer and conductor who was a former chairperson and artistic director of the China National Orchestra, president of the China Opera and Dance Theatre, artistic director of the China Opera and Dance Theatre, deputy director of Chinese Musicians Association’s Composing Committee and China Nationalities Orchestra Society’s Artistic Committee, and artistic director and conductor of The Asia Orchestra. Liu composed and adapted a large number of national award-winning works in Chinese orchestral music, vocal and other genres. His representative works include the Great Wall Capriccio, Love of an Eagle, Unforgettable Water Splashing Festival, Jasmine and Ambush from All Sides. In October 1991, Liu Wenjin was recognized by the Chinese Ministry of Culture as an artist with outstanding contributions, he received an honorary certificate and government allowance.