Chapter 97 G major (third update)
The third is to ask for a monthly pass~
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Serenade was originally an instrumental or singing song for standing outside the window at night to confide in love to lovers, but as the nobles liked and chased music, and used it to entertain and entertain guests at banquets, balls and various celebrations, the meaning of its representation changed somewhat.
Therefore, although Aalto's orthodox musicians also compose some banquet-style serenades for their "patrons", they are more likely to discuss elegant music or "real" serenades that express love and a certain emotion.
Sylvia, who had just discussed the characteristics of the piano with Lucian and others, said to Christopher with a light smile while waiting for the chamber band to prepare: "Teacher, I once saw this Mr. Julian's work in your study, the rigorously structured five-movement serenade, I have to admit that perhaps influenced by the Trian court style, it is light, beautiful and lively, very suitable for this kind of banquet occasion."
After hearing Sylvia's words, Christopher smiled helplessly and shook his head: "You......"
The reason why he showed this expression was because Sylvia's words were not real praise, even if she said it very subtly, but surrounded by highly musically literate authorities, how could she not understand what she meant: Julian's works are only suitable for banquets, and they are too passionate and light, but they seem frivolous.
Therefore, Othello, Victor and other Orthodox musicians simply smiled and did not respond to Sylvia, after all, Barre and Clement, two companions of Julian, were still nearby.
However, Barre and Clément came to Alto for the first time, although they had heard their teacher Ferrançois talk about Artaud's musical atmosphere before, but they didn't really think that Sylvia was complimenting their companions, so they were addicted to Sylvia's beauty, smiling enthusiastically and nodding to Sylvia, while secretly jealous of Julian.
"This lady speaks really subtly and tactfully." Lucian barely understood what Sylvia meant, and felt that perhaps because he was Natasha's music advisor, Sylvia "loved the house and the crow" and did not have a good impression of Julian.
There is no difficult content in this style of serenade, and after reading the score twice and trying to play a few melodies, the band signals that Julian can start.
Julian took the violin and became the principal himself, ready to coordinate the conductor while playing.
A solemn opening sounded, and Christopher, Victor and other orthodox musicians looked at Julian strangely and suspiciously, which was not the usual serenade style!
Although many musicians have used similar techniques in the past, they have not been successful and are relatively rare recently!
The smile on Natasha's face became stronger, she liked unconventional creations the most, while Sylvia restrained her smile, pouted slightly, and listened intently to Julian's next performance.
Julian is worthy of being a genius musician at the Trian court, and the next performance shows an unusual momentum, with a strong symphonic and sonata-style melody that not only sets off the warm and joyful atmosphere of the celebration and banquet, but also expresses congratulations and respect for Phyllis, without the superficiality of other serenades.
When the movement ends and enters the soothing second movement, most musicians can't help but nod, and Christopher smiles and praises: "The creation of this movement is very particular about Julian's musical skills, full of elegant style."
Clement and Barre watched Julian play with jealousy and envy, and if he could receive such a praise from Christopher, Julian would have the capital to step into the ranks of real musicians and show off at the Trian court for at least ten years.
The elegant adagio is followed by a dance passage of two consecutive movements, specially designed for this banquet, and finally moves on to a fast-paced finale, ending in a joyful, passionate climactic atmosphere.
Applause rang out, and Phyllis expressed her gratitude to Julian as the host of the coming-of-age ceremony: "Mr. Julian, thank you for your serenade, it is a rare masterpiece in a similar style."
"It is an honor to be liked by you, Miss Phyllis, your beauty is as dazzling as a ruby, may you always maintain this beauty and mood." After Julian finished kissing his hands, he returned to the musician circle with a bright smile, and from the applause and reactions of the guests just now, he already knew that this serenade he had been composing for five months was affirmed.
Although there are many flaws due to the unfamiliarity of the band, it cannot hide the success of the music.
McKanz greeted him and praised with a smile: "Gorgeous, elegant, warm, it's hard to imagine a better serenade like this."
When he said the last half of the sentence, his face was looking at Lucian.
Lucian didn't care about this, he just applauded to show his respect for the beautiful music just now, and he was not a real musician.
"Julian, this work of yours fully embodies the most enchanting part of serenades." Othello, as a director of the association, also affirmed Julian's serenade, which is the attitude of most musicians.
But at this time, the quiet and gentle Sylvia smiled and said: "But it also has the most distinctive flaws of serenades, in order to cater to such occasions, it seems sluggish, loose and monotonous in many passages, and the overall structure is also unsatisfactory."
"This angelic lady, you're talking about problems that serenades can't avoid." Julian replied with a reluctant smile, his warm and happy mood was like being splashed with cold water.
As Sylvia's teacher, Christopher shook his head helplessly again, his gentle, quiet and peaceful student was a little sharp today, such an occasion was not to write a review article in the newspaper, so he took Sylvia's words with a kind smile: "In any case, Julian, your work has surpassed most serenades of similar styles, and has a certain depth in expressiveness."
Julian couldn't restrain himself, showing a surprised smile, President Christopher's evaluation was so high, can he finally become famous in Aalto and the entire continent?
This evaluation made Barre and Clément full of jealousy again, and even McKanz's expression became very complicated, feeling that his move to invite Julian was too unconsidered.
"Thank you for your comment, Dear Mr. Christopher." Julian thanked him excitedly.
Then he turned to look at Lucian: "It should be your performance next, Mr. Evans? I'm looking forward to your serenade." The whole person became high-spirited.
When other musicians saw this scene, they all shook their heads secretly: "Sure enough, most geniuses are unruly."
At this time, at the front of the hall, Phyllis's mother was in a good mood and said with a bright smile: "Today is Phyllis's coming-of-age ceremony, and her classmate Lucian Evans will serenade her as a birthday present. Ladies and gentlemen, I think you haven't heard of Evans, an outstanding musical genius, right? Well, if you haven't heard this magnificent and magnificent work, then you can say that you have never heard any music in your life."
In the last sentence, she deliberately made her voice old and humorously imitated Christopher.
The applause of the guests rang out warmly, whether with good intentions or malice, they were very curious, because they had never heard Lucian, a musical genius, play in person.
Only Natasha had heard Lucian play the melody several times during the music discussion, and after knowing that Lucian stimulated the power of the bloodline, she had a skillful and full mastery of piano playing.
Lucian tidied up his clothes and was about to walk towards the band, when Sylvia beside him said softly: "Don't disappoint Natasha, you are her music advisor."
"Mr. Evans, I'm looking forward to your serenade." Julian repeated again with a slight provocation, if Lucian's piano sketch failed, his reputation would be louder in comparison, and there was nothing more wonderful than defeating a recognized and outstanding musical genius.
McCanzi laughed even more and said: "Lucian, don't play the wrong notes, I heard that you can't even play the piano proficiently."
Lucian ignored him, although the music was not really composed by himself, but playing the piano now belonged to his real ability, so in the expectant action of raising his glass forward with Victor's encouraging smile, Rhine raised his glass forward, and calmly left the musician's circle and walked towards the band in the enthusiastic applause.
"Lucian, don't be nervous." As she passed by, Phyllis said with a slight nervous concern.
Lucian suddenly had a bad taste in teasing Phyllis, and replied very seriously: "I'm not nervous, Phyllis, as long as the level is not too bad, the music is more subjective."
So Phyllis became even more nervous, and it sounded like Lucian didn't have enough confidence, and her hands began to twist together.
Natasha clapped her hands gently, and when Lucian passed her, she laughed softly: "Hi, 'Knight', go defeat him and defeat him head-on!"
「…… This is not a battle, Your Highness." Lucian was helpless about Natasha's thoughts.
Natasha thought seriously and said, "Then conquer him and conquer him with your music!"
「…… Why does it sound weird." After exchanging a few words with Natasha "normally", Lucian sat down in front of the piano and put his hands on the keys.
The applause in the entire hall immediately stopped, and the atmosphere became very quiet, with many nobles and musicians stretching their necks slightly forward, waiting for the music to begin.
Short, powerful, lively and jumping notes sounded, bringing out a smooth and happy rhythm, followed by short eighth note tremolos rendering a cheerful theme, and the hall was suddenly filled with a joyful, relaxed and rhythmic atmosphere, making people feel like they couldn't help but dance.
Christopher and other musicians trembled slightly in the opening note, feeling the powerful, distinct and wonderful rhythm, and looked at Lucian with amusement and surprise, he was actually composing the beginning of the serenade in the form of a sonata?
But his beginning is shorter and more powerful, more cheerful and dynamic than Julian's serenade, a distinctive mark that people cannot forget, and a small melody that can be called a classic!
Julian's face was ugly, and in such a direct comparison, the good and bad were exposed.
Lucian played Mr. Mozart's "Serenade for Strings in G Major", which is a very classic and widely circulated piece of music, and it begins with a melody that allows people to directly feel the beauty of music and endure for a long time!
The first movement of this serenade itself is a complete small sonata, which Lucian adapted into a piano sketch.
After the bright beginning, there is a melody like dance steps, light and beautiful.
(End of this chapter)