In Praise of Jasmine: A Floral Ode in Seventy Words
It is not the showy splendor of the jasmine that captivates my heart, but the subtle elegance and sweet perfume it diffuses. This unassuming blossom, a fitting symbol of Chinese culture, never boasts, yet it distinguishes itself amidst a sea of more vibrant flowers with a quiet dignity.
Such enchantment finds voice through the American saxophonist Kennedy G, who weaves the jasmine's allure into the fabric of popular music, bringing its allure to the forefront of our senses.