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Challenging traditional perceptions of classical music, Ray Chen’s new album with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Cristian Mǎcelaru juxtaposes Erich Korngold’s perennial favorite Violin Concerto with music from video games, television, Anime, and film. By transforming simple 8-bit game tunes into lush symphonic arrangements, Chen believes he can tap into the nostalgia of Generation X and Millennials who grew …