Chapter 1013 The performance of broken strings (two-in-one chapter)

Teacher Chen Gang's personal guidance is a flattering treatment for both composition majors and violin majors.

Yang Qian did not dare to neglect, and regardless of whether he agreed or accepted Chen Gang's suggestions, he quickly picked up the violin again and played "Humorous Music" according to Chen Gang's request.

At the beginning, Yang Qian tried to play a short section and looked at Chen Gang, as if asking him if he was playing this section.

"Yes, try to incorporate some emotion. Your expression is exaggerated and your mood is sad."

Chen Gang pushed his chair back and stood up to give instructions.

The old man is in his eighties, and his body is quite strong. His hair is black, his skin is rosy, and his energy and energy are not that of an old man in his eighties. Some people would probably believe him if he said he was sixty years old.

However, Liao Jianyu was still worried. He quickly stood up, helped Chen Gang pull up the chair, and then stood aside with a smile. This was to prevent the old man from losing his balance, and he could reach out and help him by standing beside him.

"The expression is exaggerated and the mood is sad." This may sound strange to laypeople.

But Yang Qian was able to understand the tune "Humor". He knew that "Humor" was not as humorous and happy as its name.

At the end of the 19th century, the composer Dvořák discovered during a performance that a clown on the stage was very passionate and infectious. He ran lively and danced on the stage with his funny moves, making the audience laugh.

Sounds everywhere.

But after the performance, Dvořák accidentally saw the clown hiding in a deserted corner backstage with tears streaming down his face, feeling sad for his embarrassing living conditions. This scene gave Dvořák a great feeling, and he also

It inspired him to compose "Humorous Song". (Note 1)

Therefore, "Humorune" is not happy - even though it is used as the BGM of many funny videos.

Of course, it is worth mentioning that "Humorus" does not actually refer to any piece of music alone. It can also be regarded as a genre of instrumental solo music.

Dvořák also wrote many "Humors", but only this one is more popular and well-known.

Not much to say, under the command of Chen Gang's waving fingers, Yang Qian began to play this "Humorous Song".

"Be happy, yes. Raising your eyebrows is good. The young man is very handsome, and you have to show your handsomeness."

Teacher Chen Gang's words were very interesting. All the examiners laughed. Yang Qian, who was not very good at controlling expressions, couldn't help but laugh. With this smile, he successfully expressed his cheerful emotions on his face and violin.

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The first section of "Humorique" is like this. Its rhythm is brisk and the sound of bows and strings is intermittent. In this combination of light and dark, it gives people a light, lively, joyful and interesting feeling, and it also shows the clown's presence.

The performance state of jumping on the stage.

Yang Qian just pulled him, but Chen Gang didn't ask him to stop, so he continued to pull him.

Chen Gang seemed to have forgotten that they were taking an exam at the moment. Perhaps he was happy to see Yang Qian making obvious progress, or perhaps it was rare to see a new performer with such good playing skills, so he couldn't help but immerse himself in listening.

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However, the accident still happened!

While Yang Qian was rubbing it there, there was a "bang" sound, and one of the strings of the violin suddenly broke.

This scene, not to mention Yang Qian who was working hard, all the examiners who were watching with gusto were stunned.

what's the situation?

Why did it stop suddenly?

This was the first time Yang Qian encountered this situation, and he subconsciously stopped the bow in his hand, feeling a little at a loss for a moment.

It's not that he was nervous or scared. He had already finished performing the content of the previous exam. The additional teaching content given to him by Teacher Chen Gang would definitely not be counted as an extra test, nor would it be a deduction of points or anything like that.

What's more, the piano is broken. It can only be said that the quality of the piano he brought is a bit poor, and it will not be blamed on his exam performance.

However, the violin only has four strings, and three of them are broken. Should we continue?

Yang Qian looked at Chen Gang, thinking that the teacher would confirm for him whether he wanted to continue acting.

Chen Gang didn't say anything, as if he was still waiting for him to continue his performance.

"It doesn't matter. It's normal for the string to break. Today."

Liao Jianyu laughed and wanted to smooth things over for Yang Qian.

But Chen Gang held him down and continued to look at Yang Qian with a smile.

"Yang Qian, can you still pull?"

Chen Gang's question surprised everyone. If the strings are broken, how can you still play it?

Of course, it is not impossible. Several of the teachers here are immersed in music, especially musicians who have many years of classical music. They all know that the violin can still be played if one of its strings is broken.

Let alone one broken, even if there is only one left, it doesn’t matter in front of top musicians, they can still play the melody.

Needless to say, there is such an allusion in history. Niccolò Paganini, a god-like violinist, used two strings to play the "Love Duet" and then used a G string to play the "Napoleon Sonata"

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His violin skills are indeed amazing. Yang Qian, who is not a professional in this field, will definitely not be able to reach this level. But if there are still three strings, it is not impossible for him to complete the performance of "Humorous Music".

So, just when everyone was wondering whether Chen Gang's request was a bit too difficult for Yang Qian, a non-professional candidate, Yang Qian picked up the bowstring with a solemn expression and began to try to play a few notes.

Seems okay?

Is he going to challenge him?

Seeing this, Liao Jianyu gave up the idea of ​​persuasion and continued to stand aside with a smile, watching expectantly.

"Teacher Chen, shall I try?"

After Yang Qian got a feel for it, he calmly responded to Chen Gang.

It's not just a try, Yang Qian actually said this, and he has definitely judged that he can complete this performance.

What was broken was the last treble string. Yang Qian quickly thought of a whole set of methods for changing the note, and the sound test just now confirmed the feasibility of this method.

It is said that talented people are bold, and the performance experience of those masters in Yang Qian's head is not in vain.

"Okay, let's continue!"

Chen Gang smiled happily and hummed the part where Yang Qian had just stopped without Yang Qian starting from the beginning.

Yang Qian nodded and immediately pulled up.

The melody of the second section is not as out-of-the-box as the first section, so although there are only three strings left, the way Yang Qian slowly pulls the bow does not saw it like the previous one, making people worry that there are only three strings left.

The safety of the string.

The overall atmosphere of the second section also became heavy and sad in the gentle melody played by Yang Qian. Looking at his lowered eyebrows and listening to the music in his ears, the teachers seemed to see a person who could no longer jump.

The clown!

His steps were faltering, his mood was melancholy, and the feeling of sadness spread faintly, making people shed tears.

Chen Gang did not applaud Yang Qian's performance, nor gave any instructions. He seemed to be immersed in the atmosphere of the music, waving his arms gently, and his eyes were intoxicated and sad.

The other teachers wanted to applaud, but without Chen Gang's leadership, they just pressed their palms on the other hand and made no sound, as if they were afraid of disturbing Yang Qian's performance.

But the amazement on their faces was still unreservedly expressed.

Are they just candidates?

It’s really great!

Yang Qian's performance completely exceeded their imagination!

It can even be said that if Yang Qian joined a slightly ordinary orchestra, he would be able to become the first violinist at this level.

Of course, top orchestras still need to practice more diligently, and we cannot underestimate the masters in the world!

In just a few minutes, Yang Qian's performance reached the third section.

At this moment, although he once again showed the lightness of the first paragraph, his obvious emotions could not be lifted back to the original height. All that was left was sadness. It was as if the clown quickly wiped away his tears when he saw the person coming,

Just keep on forcing a smile.

"Take your smile a little higher, yes, you still have to smile, not just sadness."

Chen Gang guided Yang Qian's expression management with his mouth, but the movements of his hands directed Yang Qian's rhythm, keeping him from being too slow, and adding a little improvisation.

Finally, the song ends!

Yang Qian put down the violin in his hand, and a shy but uncontrollable smile of joy broke out on his face.

This is the charm of music!

Although Yang Qian is not used to adding so many changes in expressions during his performance. When he sang on stage before, he rarely let his expressions be so exaggerated. However, in cooperation with teacher Chen Gang, Yang Qian still put this into practice.

"Humorous Song" was a great time to play!

Especially in the later part when Chen Gang asked him to continue playing the string after it broke, Yang Qian was very energetic in facing the challenge, and of course he gained a lot of joy in playing in the end!

"Bravo! Bravo!"

Chen Gang clapped vigorously, Liao Jianyu also laughed and clapped, and the others shook their heads with emotion, looking at Yang Qian with only admiration in their eyes.

Yes, Chen Gang and the others also gained happiness, and they also received more surprises!

Including Chen Gang, it was hard for them to imagine that Yang Qian could play at such a level, that even if a string broke, he could pull it down steadily.

You know, not to mention ordinary candidates, even students with high scores in the violin major may have an unbalanced mentality when faced with such a situation.
To be continued...