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Chapter 54 The Original Scenery of Hometown
When Cao Jian came to TVB, his first intention was to find an opportunity to become an auditor in an artist training class.

Then see if there is any opportunity to get to know more people.

I never expected to meet the Hong Kong music master Hu Weili.

This person is already well-known in the dubbing industry, although his major works have not yet been released.

I have just arrived in Hong Kong. If I could become his disciple, I could not only learn music knowledge, but also find a backer.

Hu Weili stared at Cao Jian for a while and recognized that this person was the author and singer of "Walk Away with Style".

But he has very high standards for his students. If a pop singer wants to become his apprentice, he will definitely not do it: "I am not accepting any apprentices for the time being."

At this time, Zhou Huimin also walked in and said apologetically, "Teacher Hu, I'm sorry, he just came from the mainland and offended you."

After saying that, he finally pulled Cao Jian's clothes and said, "I don't accept disciples. Say sorry and leave!"

"Snapped!"

Cao Jian clapped Zhou Huimin's hand and said to Hu Weili, "Teacher Hu, I also study music. I've heard your music 'Qu Yuan' and I really want to be your disciple."

After saying that, he paused for a while, and seeing that the old man was still shaking his head, he directly showed the unique skill of the reborn person: plagiarism!
He came to the table, took out a pen and paper, and said, "Teacher Hu, it's okay if you don't accept me as a disciple. When I left my hometown, I was inspired by something and wrote a piece of music. I'd like to ask for your guidance."

After saying this, under the surprised gazes of Hu Weili and Zhou Huimin, he wrote down a song very quickly.

Hu Weili didn't take it seriously at first, but after a moment, he adjusted his glasses and took a look.

"The original scenery of my hometown? That's an interesting name."

But when he saw the melody, he immediately felt that this song was more than just interesting.

As a master of music composition and a former music teacher, Hu Weili has a very high level of musical literacy.

Just by looking at the score, he could feel the beauty of the music.

Empty, quiet, and long.
He seemed to be at the edge of a creek or on a grassland in his hometown in spring, with flocks of sheep in front of him.
In the emptiness, there is also a hint of sadness of leaving home.

I have never heard this piece of music before. If it was really written by this young man, he would become a god just for this one piece of music.

It wouldn't be a bad idea to take a young man like this as a disciple.
However, the level of this piece of music is beyond my imagination. If I really accept him as my disciple, how should I teach him?
What can you teach him?
Cao Jian had already finished writing the poem "Original Scenery of Hometown". After checking it, he said to Hu Weili, "Teacher, please give me some comments."

When Hu Weili heard this, he looked a little embarrassed.

This piece of music is so well written that I feel a bit unqualified to review it.

etc.
No, what did he call me just now?
teacher?

I haven't agreed yet, why are you calling me like that?

So, Hu Weili said, "Your name is Cao Jian, right? This song is the best instrumental piece I've ever seen. It's on par with the Japanese instruments 'Gala' and 'Hero's Dawn'. Just based on this piece, you're considered a master. I'm not qualified to be your teacher."

"???"

Zhou Huimin, who was standing by, was stunned when she heard such comments.

what's the situation?
Is the song written by this young man from the mainland comparable to "Jialo" and "Hero's Dawn"?
Or master level?

Cao Jian is certainly aware of the status of "The Original Scenery of Hometown" in the field of pure music.

Originally, this song was composed by the Japanese, but now that it has been released, it has become part of China.

This is also a little bit of his idea.

Of course, the main purpose was to get Hu Weili to accept me as his student. I didn't expect that this was a bit too much.
He immediately said sincerely: "Teacher, this song is just to express my longing for my hometown. In fact, I still have a long way to go in terms of music, especially folk music. I really want to learn more from you."

"Since you said so, I will accept you and we can communicate together in the future."

Seeing that Cao Jian was so eager to learn and so sincere, Hu Weili finally nodded and agreed to accept this student who also came from the mainland.

"Thank you, teacher."

Cao Jian immediately bowed ninety degrees, confirming their relationship. "Are you really accepting him?"

Zhou Huimin stared at all this in a daze, and was very curious about how Cao Jian could write a piece of music that even impressed TVB's chief music teacher?
Hu Weili accepted Cao Jian's gift with satisfaction, then took out a flute and said, "I see that the main instrument of this song you wrote is the flute. I will synthesize the accompaniment for you. Please play it and let me see your technique."

"it is good."

Cao Jian took the bamboo flute from his teacher and let the melody flow slowly in his mind.

This song "Original Scenery of Hometown" was originally played on ocarina, but he doesn't know how to play the ocarina at all. Besides, the flute is also good, and the main thing is that he can play the flute.

Seeing that no one paid any attention to the two masters and apprentices, Zhou Huimin decided to perform on the spot and found a chair to sit down.

In fact, she wanted to hear what kind of music it was.

Soon, the accompaniment was synthesized by computer, and as the melody began, Cao Jian was ready to play.

This piece of music has appeared in many TVB martial arts films and is a memory for many people who grew up watching TVB dramas.

When the sound of the flute sounded, Zhou Huimin's heart was suddenly touched, and a strange thought surged from her heart.

The melody is long and distant, like the gurgling of water or the clouds in the sky.

There's also a sense of loneliness
In the music, Zhou Huimin recalls the hardships she faced in the slums when she was a child.
sounds so good.

Hu Weili watched Cao Jian playing the flute. Although his technique was somewhat different from that of professionals, he was able to express the artistic conception of the piece very well.

That's talent! Great musical talent!
No wonder he said he still had a lot to learn. If I taught him well, he might become a master in the future and inherit my mantle.

When the music ended, Zhou Huimin was still immersed in the music.

Hu Weili nodded and said with satisfaction, "Although the technique is a little rusty, it's still pretty good. As long as I practice diligently, I will definitely achieve success in the future."

"Thank you, teacher. I will come and ask you for advice when I have time in the future."

"Haha. This young man is teachable."

Hu Weili stroked his beard and said, "But I think this piece would be more interesting if played on an ocarina."

"this."

Cao Jian pretended to think for a moment, then said with an air of sudden enlightenment: "Teacher is indeed a teacher, and he hits the nail on the head. I just thought about it, and it is indeed more artistic to use the ocarina. It's a pity that I can't play it."

"I'll teach you later."

Hu Weili was even happier with what he said. Suddenly, he remembered something and asked, "I remember you released an album in mainland China. Are you coming to Hong Kong for a performance this time? Or is it?"

"I just signed a contract with PolyGram yesterday. They helped me get my Hong Kong citizenship. I will stay here for a long time."

Cao Jian spoke frankly: "I came here today because I originally wanted to join the TVB artist training class."

Hu Weili said, "I see. TVB didn't recruit many artists this year, so they might not be running the class. You can try next year, and the teacher will help you talk to them then."

"Then thank you, teacher."

It's good to have connections. With Hu Weili's recommendation, it will be easier to enter the training class.

He glanced at the piece Hu Weili was composing and asked, "Teacher, were you composing something just now?"

"I'm helping Liu Dehua create a theme song for a movie. It's a pity you came too late. Otherwise, you could have tried this song."

“Haha, actually I can write it myself.”

Cao Jian was attracted by the melody of the Cantonese version of "Last Life".

This song is of great significance to King Liu, so I won't compete with him for it.

(End of this chapter)