Chapter 443
The concert hadn't started yet . Although the hall couldn't be considered noisy, there were still sounds of hushed greetings and gossip .
Even very popular pop stars were more reserved today . They could see their old teachers in the front rows .
Chu Bo was thoroughly astonished when he arrived . He saw many familiar faces from fields unrelated to Fang Zhao .
Two people in the row ahead of him were bickering .
"What is an EDM artist like you doing here?"
"Why can't I come if even a death metalhead person like you is here?
Chu Bo thought about his own style, then observed this bunch . He felt that it wouldn't even be strange to encounter opera singers here .
Zaro only arrived when the concert was about to start . He yawned as he sat down .
"I nearly overslept . "
Zaro surveyed his surroundings with his low IQ . He didn't see anyone familiar or fresh, so he had nothing to talk about . I should have slept instead .
Chu Bo was about to share some gossip with Zaro when the lights dimmed and the entire concert hall quietened .
Fang Zhao's graduation concert had officially started .
According to the stipulated rules, there had to be at least six works for the graduation concert . Mo Lang had selected seven from Fang Zhao's works in the past year .
The purpose of the graduation concert was to display what an advanced student had learned and gained in the past year . The growth of an advanced student could be seen directly through his works .
Fang Zhao's works in the past year had many new changes and clear differences from his previous compositions . Mo Lang considered various aspects before selecting these seven songs . He hoped that everyone would no longer have the image that Fang Zhao's works were the sort that "woke you up from any tiredness" as said on the Internet .
The screen at the front displayed the information about this graduation concert .
Displayed right at the top in a large neat font was "Ocean of Stars" .
There were a few academic advisors listed . Mo Lang was the first name, while Carter was in the second spot .
By custom, Fang Zhao would introduce the background behind this composition .
Zaro listened until he was drowsy . I can't understand all these academic expressions . Maybe I should go to sleep .
On the other hand, Chu Bo was listening attentively . Simply put, this sort of graduation concert was the stage for advanced students to shine on . His musical path was different from Fang Zhao's as his own works placed more emphasis on rhythm . However, he was extremely curious as to how Fang Zhao would have changed after a year in this God-level advanced course . Would any new elements appear in Fang Zhao's works?
Fang Zhao briefly explained the background information behind this composition to the evaluation committee and esteemed industry precursors . He showed no signs of stage fright that the two elder Fangs had been worried about . After that, it was time for him to exhibit his own works .
The concert hall wasn't huge, but the acoustics inside the stage for HuangArt's top advanced students were undeniably top-notch and would allow advanced students to fully demonstrate all of their merit .
Opening song: ''Splendor''
There was a main piano melody with the echoes of woodwinds . Grandiose, gorgeous orchestral elements flowed like a spring breeze thawing snow and ice . It brought the golden lights from the horizon and the pulsations of new life . Hearts of longing and reverence gazed at the large golden door that fanned open to welcome a new world .
Such a bright and impressive opening jolted the senses, causing any weariness and restlessness to be tossed aside . The solemn faces of the evaluation committee members relaxed . They exchanged glances and revealed satisfied smiles .
But, that was all to it . They were merely satisfied .
This could be considered a strong display from any other student . But, when it came to Fang Zhao, this only belonged to the ordinary category . Those who had studied Fang Zhao's works before wouldn't be too surprised by this opening . Furthermore, it would be surprising if Fang Zhao couldn't reach this sort of standard considering that he had Mo Lang's guidance .
Percussion, string and stimulated woodwinds produced an extensive and melodious atmosphere . Listeners imagined waking up from a blurry dream, looking into the distance and seeing budding greenery; they saw an imposing mountain, a vast plateau and a flourishing city skyline .
The music evoked reminders of sounds throughout the year . There went the sounds of children hurrying out at the first rays of dawn into a bustling crowd .
The world was very huge, the skies high and the earth vast .
Hope and fantasy were interwoven behind closed eyes and intoxicated minds like a victory cry from afar .
People cried out in jubilation beneath the many golden rays of light . They looked up to the skies and saw the grand possibilities the future held .
Hearts were lifted by a magnificent energy and soared towards the horizon . Even the tallest of mountains did not obstruct the free-flying clouds . Overcome your difficulties, surpass the extreme limits and pursue the brilliant splendor you believe in!
Say, do you see the ocean of stars?
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An evaluation committee member from Mazhou was deeply moved by this opening song . Every single note resonated within him . He could hear the overflowing hope and vibrancy of life in full bloom .
Carefree!
Expansive!
Exuberant vitality and surging sentiments made it feel as though every cell in the body was enlightened . Unknowingly, people found themselves smiling .
After the song concluded, the evaluation committee members started to discuss quietly .
"Bold, ingenious skill and technique . This fellow's fundamentals are impressive . "
"What powerful uplifting impetus and forward energy . This youngster's enthusiasm is great!"
"The world is so big; follow your heart! I felt that even the most simple things could become splendid as I listened . "
Gorgeous!
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