number one idol

Chapter 203 "Summer"

"Summer" means summer.

When He Xiao read the report, everyone felt that things were not easy.

Because "summer" is not a piano piece that exists in this world, it is obviously an original work by Red Face.

And the meaning of "Summer" is very similar to the "Summer Variations" performed by the squirrel contestants before, which inevitably makes people think too much.

After all, the squirrel had just finished performing a piano piece with the theme of summer, and the red face performed another one with the same theme backhanded. Even the most nervous people could see that the red face was competing with the squirrel.

The waiting contestants and the judges were equally interested, wanting to see who is better in the "summer theme" of the two.

The squirrel who had just stepped off the stage was obviously taken aback when he heard the announcement, and turned slightly to look at He Xiao, his pretty face under the mask was full of disbelief.

"What?"

Yin Miaozhi under the squirrel mask frowned slightly, not thinking clearly about her idol's operation at this time.

"Summer Variations" was personally adapted by the famous pianist Ms. Field. The quality is absolutely unquestionable. Under such circumstances, he dared to play a piece of music of the same type. Wouldn't he be courting death?
Even if He Xiao is her idol, it can't change her opinion at this time.

She is not the kind of blind star-chaser. Unlike many brain-dead fans, she looks at celebrities rationally.

In other words, she really regards idols as a goal, and hopes that one day she can reach the height of idols, and even surpass them.

This is also what makes Yin Miaozhi the most different from other star chasing girls. There are thousands of reasons why she likes stars, but it is definitely not because of her looks.

He Xiao is an example. He has no height and no good looks, but he is full of talent. This alone surpasses everything else.

But at this time, Yin Miaozhi couldn't understand what the idol did.

The "Summer Variations" was personally adapted by the original author's spouse, Ms. Field. Whether in terms of melody, rhythm, or understanding, it is an unsurpassed peak work in the history of piano in terms of describing "Summer".

Although the idol is talented, but compared with Field, it is not enough.

This is a fact, Field's status and fame in the piano world are far behind He Xiao.

That is an honor accumulated over time, not something a fledgling kid like He Xiao can compare to.

"No, it's my fault. Other than me, other people don't know that this song was adapted by Mr. Field, and they will only regard it as my own work. That's why the idol wants to challenge it..."

After Yin Miaozhi thought for a while, he figured out the reason behind it.

She wondered why she couldn't understand the relationship between herself and Field, so she made such a rash move to challenge with the same summer-themed piano music.

But in fact, for He Xiao, it doesn't matter whether the song is adapted by Field or not, all he needs is to suppress it.

After all, "Summer", like "Laputa in the Sky" performed before, is the work of the famous musician Joe Hisaishi in that parallel world.

Although Field was the best female pianist in the last century, she is still slightly inferior to the music master Jo Hisaishi.

……

Center stage.

Under the gaze of all parties.

He Xiao put his hands on the black and white keys and finally started to dance.

Waves of leisurely and brisk melodies came out, very pleasant and unique, which made many people's eyes shine instantly, and the tense atmosphere in the field dissipated a lot.

"This prelude..."

Several judges raised their heads slightly, and they all began to show contemplation.

For an excellent piece of music, just a melody is enough to capture people's hearts.

The song "Summer" by Joe Hisaishi is undoubtedly a light music with high audibility.

The cheerful melody is unforgettable, and all troubles are forgotten in an instant.

Especially 12 seconds later, the moment the crisp sound of the piano sounded, the whole song was sublimated to a new level again.

Like an invisible big hand, it pulled all the audience into a breezy early summer.

On the green mountain path, two or three farmers are working hard with their loads and singing folk songs, children are playing by the shallow water with their sleeves rolled up, and unknown bugs are buzzing in the grass...

Climb to a high place along the mountain road. When you are tired from climbing, you can find a green tree shade to enjoy the coolness, or sleep on the spot, waiting for the gentle breeze to touch you from your feet, and ignore the busy life. Work and enjoy the afternoon.

This is the romance of summer.

Cozy and free.

He Xiao's song "summer" brought everyone into the yearning for summer.

In fact, this song is the same as "Castle in the Sky", and it is the theme song of the movie.

In 1999, the film "Summer of Kikujiro" directed by the famous director Takeshi Kitano was released. The inspiration of the film was extracted from the life story of the director's father. Summer warmth.

But to say that in the whole movie, the most memorable thing is not Kikujiro, the ruffian uncle played by Takeshi Kitano, nor is it the little Masao Masao who is looking for his mother.

It is this famous summer theme song "summer" written by the master Joe Hisaishi.

The brisk and lively melody, almost as soon as it sounds, can instantly remind people of the movie "Summer of Kikujiro".

Even if the audience has not watched this movie, they will feel extremely comfortable and comfortable, and their emotions and artistic conception are substituted into a beautiful summer fantasy.

Music is the window to the soul, and it will open a picture in people's minds.

"Summer" did it. As soon as it sounded, the entire live broadcast hall of the Paris Opera House fell silent, and everyone closed their eyes to enjoy this wonderful music that was completely different from "Summer Variations".

"The idol is really a god!"

Under the squirrel mask, Yin Miaozhi became more frightened as she heard it. She knew that He Xiao had strength, but she didn't expect such strength.

This song "Summer" is definitely comparable to the "Summer Variations" adapted by Ms. Field.

Or... even slightly better!
Even Field couldn't help showing admiration on his old cheeks at this time, staring at the stage as if he had discovered a new world.

She is a piano master, so she naturally knows the quality of Joe Hisaishi's "Summer".

It is definitely a famous song that can be handed down to future generations.

Field is 80 years old this year. Such an advanced age has made her unable to take care of many things by herself, except that her love for music has not diminished in the slightest.

At the age of 80, her fingers are still flexible and she can play the piano and violin.

It can be said that since the death of her husband, her only pursuit in the second half of her life is the art of music.

In his later years, he became more and more appreciative of his talents. When he saw young pianists in high spirits, he thought of himself in his later years, and couldn't help but have the idea of ​​supporting him.

It was also like this, after seeing Yin Miao who was very talented, she would carefully teach and pass on her experience personally.

At this time, the red-faced player on the stage made Field see the right thing again.

"Materials that can be made..."

Ms. Field was amazed in her heart, her eyes were shining when she looked at the red face.

He Xiao on the stage naturally didn't know about these things, and how everyone reacted had nothing to do with him, all he had to do was play the piece well.

Compared with "Ghost Fire" in "Super Technique Etudes", the difficulty of "Summer" is undoubtedly several times lower, and He Xiao naturally cannot make mistakes.

He played it very smoothly all the way, every rhythm was performed just right, until the end of the whole piece, everyone was still immersed in the aftertaste.

He Xiao stood up and bowed facing the auditorium.

The place was silent.

Everyone is still stuck in the beautiful picture brought by "Summer".

On the live webcast, however, it was the exact opposite of what happened on the spot, and all social software was boiling.

"God! This light music is so beautiful!"

"Who said that the red face is going to overturn this round?"

"The squirrel is indeed very stable, but it is still a bit weaker when it comes to red faces."

"Why do you all think "Summer" is good? I think the squirrel is more to my liking!"

"Brother, what's your aesthetic? Although both songs are good, "Summer" is even better!!"

"..."

Facebook and Twitter are buzzing.

Most of them are praising "summer". Foreigners always like to use some serious words to express the beauty of things. Unlike the Tianchao side, almost all the forums are "awesome".

"The red face is amazing!"

"Red face is too bad, this round!"

"It turns out that your uncle is still your uncle."

"I want to play this piece."

"Red Face's song "Summer" is really nice, I want to use it as the background of our infertility hospital's advertisement..."

"Why do I feel like squirrels and red faces are [-]-[-]?"

"Upstairs sb, even those with long ears can tell that a red face is more awesome!"

"Oh, then you are awesome, then you are really awesome."

"You handed over your flash to me."

"..."

From Weibo to Tieba, there are all kinds of comments, uneven, and there are even small-scale scolding wars broke out in some places because they support red faces or support squirrels.

Speaking of which, red face is not only popular internationally, but also domestically.

Otherwise, a group of people can't stand in front of the computer and climb over the wall to watch the live video and complain about it at more than ten o'clock in the middle of the night.

……

Palais Garnier.

After He Xiao bowed to the audience, thunderous applause broke out at the scene that had been silent for a long time.

"It's really a good song that makes people linger!"

The host, Kami, appeared from the side with an intoxicated look on his face, inviting the squirrel back to the stage at the same time.

"Go."

Seeing the squirrel seemed a little nervous, Granny Field encouraged her with a smile on her face.

The squirrel was nervous because he was afraid of losing the game, losing face for Field, and ruining his reputation.

Seeing that Field didn't say much at this time, but was amiable and encouraged her, he couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

Walking out of the auditorium, the squirrel returned to the main stage in two or three steps.

"The judges please rate the performance of the red face in this round first."

Kami signaled the squirrel to be calm, then read the cutscene lines and handed over the camera to the judges.

It can be seen through the lens of the camera that at this time many judges are discussing with each other in low voices, as if to discuss each other's opinions.

It's too hard to choose!
One is a world-renowned song personally adapted by the female pianist Ms. Field in the last century, and the other is the painstaking work of Master Joe Hisaishi from the parallel time and space.

Putting these two works together, they are indistinguishable.

The judges selected by the ten colleges and universities all made difficulties.

"When it comes to artistry, the red face is better."

Someone has an opinion.

Everyone nodded when they heard the sound.

Although it is hard to draw, there is no draw option in the Isabella Cup, and there is still a winner.

Although Field is a famous teacher of a generation, she is still old after all. Even though she adapted the best summer theme piano piece in the world, "Summer" was created by Joe Hisaishi from another time and space at his peak.

At that time, Joe Hisaishi was at the peak of his life in terms of musicality and creativity.

So "summer" is superior!
"The red-faced players can bring us infinite surprises every time. Compared with the sadness of "Laputa in the Sky", I think the lightness of "Summer" is more in line with the taste of the current piano market. I would like to give you a very good evaluation."

A female professor from the Toronto Conservatory of Music stroked her glasses at this time and spoke in fluent English.

"Thank you, teacher judge." He Xiao nodded his thanks.

The first ten came out.

Subsequent scores were also issued one after another.

Most of them are ten points, and occasionally nine points.

In this round, William gave an eight-point rating.

All of a sudden, a full two points were reduced on the basis of the percentage.

When He Xiao heard it, his heart trembled, so he didn't break out in a cold sweat.

At this stage of the competition, all contestants have the strength to score more than [-] points, so every evaluation of the judges is extremely important.

The appearance of an eighth score is enough to make the overall score collapse.

So as soon as the eighth came out, He Xiao was really nervous.

Fortunately, after William, there was only one judge left who did not score, and he gave a very good evaluation.

In addition to William's eight points, three judges gave nine points.

Without Kami's calculations, everyone has already seen the total score of the red face round.

95!
Only one point higher than the squirrel!
narrow victory!

He Xiao heaved a sigh of relief when he heard the applause from the audience.

William's eight points really scared him.

If another judge gave nine points, then the scores of the two sides would be equal in this round, and an overtime round would have to be played.

In the overtime competition, the two contestants performed the designated repertoire separately. Although there was a score, there was no time for preparation, and it all depended on the individual's level of sight-reading.

So now everyone is happy in this ending, and He Xiao's revenge will be avenged.

He glanced at the fidgeting squirrel at this moment, and he was overjoyed.

"Very exciting game, and congratulations to Squirrel for winning the quarter-finals." Seeing that the honest Squirrel lost the game, Kami looked at the other person's low mouth and asked cheaply: "Squirrel player , do you choose to reveal your face?"

After being silent for a while, the squirrel glanced at Kami, changed his previous restrained style, and took off his mask directly with a cold look in his eyes.

The black hair was thrown in an arc in mid-air, and the smart and beautiful face was exposed to the camera, and the audience was suddenly shocked.

Kami seemed to have choked a dead mouse in his throat, and was speechless.

All the contestants in the audience were also collectively confused.

Waterfark?

Shouldn't the squirrel be an honest and rough guy?
Why is it a cute girl! !

Are all the cute girls these days good at acting?
When everyone was in a mess, Yin Miaozhi, who took off his mask, regained his original nature as a little witch, and went straight to He Xiao, past Kami who was holding a microphone and wanted to interview her.

She bit her delicate lower lip slightly, her big eyes blinked and blinked at the red face mask, and then whispered softly.

"Shit, red-faced brother!"

(End of this chapter)