Elton''s eyes have been staring at Wang Qian and Mars on the podium. He is a little worried to see the two confrontation, which he doesn''t want to happen.
However, at this point, he had no way to do anything.
After all, he can''t stop such an occasion when so many people look at it.
Many of the alumni of the Manhattan Conservatory of music around him would not allow him to stop Mars.
Because, in their view, Mars at the moment carries the honor of Manhattan College and represents all of them!
So!
They will all support Mars!
Listening to Mars'' performance, Elton heard an alumni whisper, "Mars has studied composition for more than 20 years and is finally going to make achievements. In that year, Mars refused many invitations, chose to stay in school to continue studying composition and creation, and then stayed to teach. This song will certainly be his masterpiece!"
Another person agreed: "yes, just a prelude, it''s very good."
Elton nodded gently. He also admitted that Mars''s song was a better piano song.
Especially in this era of withering classical music, it is a rare work.
However, he compared this song with several songs published by Wang Qian and found that there was still a gap!
As a pianist, he can quickly distinguish the good from the bad and the gap in a minute.
But
He knows.
The bet between the two on the podium has nothing to do with the quality of the music, but depends on whether Wang Qian can remember Mars''s first public performance over and over again, and whether Wang Qian can play it again and again.
Elton also heard someone say, "this Chinese boy is too self righteous. I see how he ends later and remembers a strange song over and over again. This is something God can''t do."
"Stop talking and listen carefully. This song is not bad."
Be quiet!
Everyone began to seriously appreciate Mars''s song.
Elton was worried about Wang Qian.
I have to say that as soon as he came on stage and contacted Wang Qian, he was really conquered by the music played by Wang Qian and the pure atmosphere of a great artist.
It''s just that he''s confused.
Generally, people with such pure artist aura are absolutely pure artists. Basically, they can''t lie and disdain to lie.
Because if you like to lie, you can''t become a pure artist, especially in your own art field, and you can''t become a pure artist.
So
What kind of person is Wang Qian?
Elton couldn''t understand the young man.
The scene is quiet!
Mars also plays a piano sketch, which is only more than four minutes long. He plays very attentively and deeply, and his emotional expression is very full.
After the performance, Mars''s look became much calmer, with a sad mood and the smell of memory.
This is the main melody of his song.
Sitting in front of the piano, Mars didn''t get up immediately. Instead, he sat there and looked at the piano in a daze for a while, reflecting on his performance just now.
He was still in a trance and didn''t believe it.
Because, since he created this song and finalized it for more than a year, he has played it completely hundreds of times, but never played it so perfectly!
Therefore, he now has more ideas about this song and wants to improve some of the details again. Maybe he can express what he wants to express more perfectly and more attractive
Pop pop
At the scene, Mars was awakened by warm applause.
The alumni of Manhattan Conservatory of music around Elton first took the initiative to clap their hands, and Elton applauded warmly.
The whole audience was also driven by them. They clapped together!
Warm applause swept the audience.
Mars also sobered up from his own thinking and artistic conception, and then stood up with a little regret. He regretted that he could not continue to think more about some musical things in the state just now. Maybe if he thought deeply for a while, he could completely improve the song.
Unfortunately, the occasion is wrong!
However, inspiration is not always there. The next time you have such inspiration, you don''t know how long to wait.
Mars stood up calmly, bowed gently to all the clappers, smiled and said, "thank you... This song, I named it the goddess of the sea of New York. This is my first public performance. Thank you for your appreciation and Mr. Wang Qian for giving me the opportunity to play."
Mars said and bowed gently to Wang Qian, who applauded next to him again, with some sincere gratitude.
He knew that if he was not influenced by Wang Qian''s pure music artist atmosphere, he could not play so perfectly, nor could he have a deeper understanding.
what''s more!
If it were not for Wang Qian, he would not have had the opportunity to play this song on such a podium with global attention.
For a new composer like him who published his new works for the first time, it is definitely a rare opportunity.
Perhaps, he will soar to the sky and become a representative among New York piano composers.
So!
Although he still has a subjective conflict with Wang Qian and still hates Wang Qian''s boasting, his reason tells him that he needs to remember Wang Qian''s gift to him.
Wang Qian smiled without saying anything, but applauded with everyone.
The warm applause also lasted for a long time, and it took more than 30 seconds to slowly calm down.
At the scene, a pair of eyes looked at Wang Qian and Mars on the podium again.
Many live music artists spoke highly of Mars''s song.
Someone praised: "the goddess of the New York sea is a good piano music with high potential."
Some people objectively evaluate: "The tone of the song is very good and the rhythm is relatively complete, but there are still some defects in the connection. If I haven''t heard Zhi Xuerong, magic all march, girl''s prayer, magic all Rhapsody, dream wedding and other songs this year, I may think Mars''s song is a very good work. But now I can only say that this song can only be regarded as Regular works are not good works. There is an obvious gap between them and the songs I just said! "
Hearing this, many people immediately looked over and found that it was Leonard, a famous music critic in New York, and they didn''t say anything.
Because Leonard is one of the few most authoritative critics in the field of classical music. He is a commentator recognized and supported by everyone. He has never said a lie or a wrong evaluation in his career for more than 40 years. His reputation and reputation are very good.
Therefore, they must also admit that Leonard''s evaluation just now is considerable.
Mars''s song is certainly a better work in the era of the decline of classical music, but compared with several songs by Wang Qian, there is a clear gap!
Therefore, there were fewer voices praising Mars at once.
He Chaohui said in a low voice, "if this Mars is not compared with Professor Wang, he is already good among composers! If this song is modified and improved, it may spread."
Yang Jiansen nodded and agreed: "yes, I think it''s OK. But it''s not better than Professor Wang''s songs! However, he just played very well. It seems that every piano composer is also a piano player. This is an axiom!"
Several people around laughed at this and thought it was a joke.
After all, if you don''t know the piano, how can you write piano music?
however!
Qin Xuerong, Qin Xuehong, Liu Shengnan, Chen Xiaowen, Xiao Dongmei, Ru Ke, Sophie, Taylor and others didn''t laugh or think about what to say, but focused on Wang Qian on the podium!
The scene that had just been discussed was also silent.
Everyone''s eyes are also staring at Wang Qian!
Everyone still clearly remembers what happened just now and the bet about two lives.
Malone, Max, Kalman and Dawson also looked at Wang Qian seriously, thinking about what happened next and how to end!
If Wang Qian can''t do it!
Curtis college, as the host of the invitation party, wants to stand up and save the field. They can''t really let Wang Qian leave the field and hastily end this world-renowned music and art class.
Professor Dawson looked at Kalman and thought that he could only invite Kalman to play a song to divert everyone''s attention.
But Mars on the stage suddenly said, "Mr. Wang Qian, I want to give up the bet just now. Is that ok?"
The silent scene was in an uproar!
Many people watching the excitement and waiting for Wang Qian''s bad luck are very puzzled about what Mars is doing. They all wait for Wang Qian to fail, and then walk away in frustration. Then they can openly and wantonly laugh at Wang Qian from above
But
As one of the parties, Mars should give up the bet?
Most of the alumni of Manhattan College were very puzzled and couldn''t help talking angrily.
"What is Mars doing? Why did he give up the opportunity to expel the liar?"
"Has Mars been enchanted? Has he been controlled by the Chinese wizard?"
"What is he doing?"
Elton''s eyes twinkled. Listening to the angry speeches of several alumni around him, he could roughly guess what had happened to Mars. He turned to look at several angry alumni and wanted to explain what, but when he saw that they and most of the people around them didn''t answer and were angry, he became silent.
He knew that most people at the scene still wanted to see Wang Qian unlucky!
It''s no use what he says now.
Without personally going to the podium to experience Wang Qian''s personality and aura charm, we can''t really change our attitude.
Elton sighed, looked at Mars and murmured, "old man, I support you!"
When the scene is full of discussion.
Mars looked at Wang Qian, regardless of the sound coming into his ears, and sincerely continued: "Mr. Wang Qian, I think the gambling appointment just now is too childish for you and me. We can talk about music purely and ignore those messy things. What do you think?"
Now he really doesn''t want Wang Qian to end up embarrassed here. He can''t bear to see such a talented man as Wang Qian be hit and fall down.
Wang Qian and Mars looked at each other and ignored many comments around him. Seeing the sincerity in Mars'' eyes, he smiled and said, "I agree with Mr. Mars'' proposal very much. We are all musicians. Just talk about music. We don''t need to use music as a bet to do some messy things. It''s a blasphemy to the art of music, don''t you think?"
Wang Qian also asked Mars.
Mars was stunned and thought that Wang Qian was walking down the slope. Then he immediately replied, "of course, I think it''s very right. Music is an art. We should discuss music with the purest and noblest psychology, rather than using music as a tool for gambling. That''s blasphemy!"
Their words spread throughout the audience, and their expressions can be clearly seen in the back projection!
Everyone heard their conversation.
The discussion on the scene suddenly became lively!
Many people waiting for Wang Qian''s bad luck spoke loudly.
"Hahaha, Huaxia boy, this is a disguised admission of defeat. He counseled."
"I knew that Huaxia boy was a liar. But why did Mr. Mars let the liar go?"
"I''m so disappointed. I''m still waiting to see him leave. It must be very beautiful. Unfortunately, Mars let him go in the end. Why?"
"Was Mars brainwashed by him?"
"Who can tell me what happened? Why did Mars give up when he was about to win?"
"What art? We want to see the fulfillment of the bet!"
……
The sound of the scene gradually increased, especially in the middle and back row.
Because, the more people in front of the seat, the higher their status, and the deeper their self-cultivation and self-restraint, they will not easily show their emotions. Most of them are silent to be right, but there are obvious disappointments in the eyes of many people.
Also, Professor Dawson, Kalman, Max and others were slightly relieved. They didn''t want the scene to be too embarrassing.
He Chaohui, Yang Jiansen, Peng Donghu and other members of the Chinese delegation also obviously relaxed a lot, and suddenly seemed to feel the friendly attitude of European and American music artists.
Sophie frowned slightly and whispered, "I don''t know what happened, but it''s impossible for Mars to give up the bet. Something we don''t know may have happened."
Taylor thought and said: "I went to Manhattan College two years ago to attend a piano class. At that time, it was Mr. Mars'' piano class. He played a song at that time, which was far lower than the current level. Just now, his performance was super-level. He played a work that was semi-finished and gave a very high live feeling, which was only able to be done by a top master like your father. Obviously, Mr. Mars first Sheng is not a top master performer like Mr. Malone. "
"If you think again, Mr. Elton played the pirate song above the standard just now!"
"I have a guess!"
Taylor concluded with a little excitement in his eyes.
Sophie and Jiang Yu said at the same time: "Wang Qian helped them!"
Three talents in the field of piano thought of this possibility at the same time.
Especially Jiang Yu, she suddenly understood a lot.
Why did she follow Wang Qian for half a year and only occasionally have a chance to consult Wang Qian once a day or two, but her piano level has improved rapidly? It is almost greater than her several years of study in central music.
Why can she clearly feel her progress every month? From the obvious gap with Taylor before to the strength level of Sophie who has never lost to Taylor now?
Why, every time she plays the piano next to Wang Qian, she seems to be more immersed and smoother, and can more easily integrate into her emotions? The performance effect is better?
Before that, she had been busy with accompaniment and performance, so she didn''t think about it, and slowly took it for granted.
Now
When she thought about it carefully, her eyes suddenly showed a trace of excitement and great happiness!
original!
Wang Qian has always been helping her.
original!
By Wang Qian''s side, her enjoyment received a special bonus.
original!
She has been enjoying the best treatment in the world. Wang Qian has been giving her the best things, but she doesn''t know it!
A sense of happiness surrounded Jiang Yu, making her want to cry. Her hands trembled gently, and she wanted to rush into Wang Qian''s arms recklessly.
Sophie quickly said, "Wang Qian helped them and made it easier for them to play at a perfect level. Therefore, they were conquered, so they didn''t want to be Wang Qian''s enemy in the end!"
Taylor nodded, "yes, I think so!"
Although they guessed the possibility, they still had doubts in their hearts.
That''s it!
How did Wang Qian do it?
How to help them play their best?
Their cooperation with Wang Qian was very limited, only once, so they didn''t realize the addition of Wang Qian''s pure great artist atmosphere.
So they can''t understand.
And several people around listening to them also feel more mysterious.
Such as Nakasone Meixue and Qianyu Zhenzhu, both looked at Wang Qian silently with doubts in their eyes.
Only Murong Yue, who also cooperated with Wang Qian for half a year, agrees with this view very much.
Since her cooperation with Wang Qian, she has made significant progress in her understanding of musical instruments and music.
Therefore, she can become the world''s top drum player in just half a year!
She is confident that she will not lose in the face of the top Drummers of legendary bands in history.
All these are the feelings and progress she made around Wang Qian.
In addition to many comments on the scene!
It is a frying pan on the Internet in Europe and America.
European and American audiences are also gloating, waiting for the final result, waiting for the final gambling agreement to be fulfilled!
Who likes listening to your classical music? With this time, let''s brush the video, brush Facebook and twitter, and see if the oil pipe is bad?
Sitting in front of the TV, watching a group of old classical musicians and listening to piano music that they are not interested in, don''t you just want to read gossip and see how Wang Qian''s bad luck is in the end?
But
This Mars in Manhattan suddenly gave up his bet at the last minute?
You want to give up!
We disagree!
There have been a lot of speeches about this program on European and American social networks.
"I don''t agree to give up the bet. I want to fulfill the bet and drive him away."
"At the last moment, why give up?"
"If you bet, you have to admit defeat. This Chinese Wang Qian also knows that he has lost, so he agrees to give up. It''s shameless."
"Wang Qian is really a liar!"
"Big liar, get out of North America."
"Chinese player Wang Qian, I will never vote for you. You don''t deserve it!"
"Even if Mars gives up, Wang Qian is not allowed to give up because he is willing to admit defeat."
"Go away, Wang Qian..."
……
On social platforms such as twitter and Facebook, almost one side is cursed.
Scold Mars for giving up.
Scold Wang Qian as a cheeky liar and dare to gamble and lose.
Wang Qian and Mars were on the podium at the scene. They certainly didn''t know the external comments, but they could all hear the comments at the scene.
Because the audience in the middle and back row seems to be afraid that they can''t hear it. The voice of discussion is very loud and the speech is very ugly!
Mars wants to step down immediately and let this matter end quickly. Then he gives the podium to Wang Qian and enters Wang Qian''s own lecture rhythm. He regrets coming on stage and understands Elton''s feelings. He doesn''t want to hurt Wang Qian because of himself!
But!
At this time.
Under everyone''s eyes.
Wang Qian slowly came to the piano, sat down and said softly, "Mr. Mars should know that I have also created several songs, which are widely spread in North America. I think I am qualified to comment on your song. Let''s talk about your song now. Would you like to listen to it?"
Mars, who was trying to find an excuse to leave, immediately stopped his mind when he heard that Wang Qian wanted to say his own music. This was the result of his years of hard work. The songs he thought about Wang Qian were indeed on top of his own. Wang Qian was qualified to evaluate his works. At present, he also wanted to hear Wang Qian''s evaluation, saying: "Of course. I''ll listen very carefully. Please go ahead."
Mars used the word "please" to Wang Qian.
The voice of the scene was lower, and some people also wanted to know how Wang Qian evaluated Mars''s music.
Of course, we all think that Wang Qian is looking for an excuse to end the gambling topic just now and divert everyone''s attention, so many people are still discussing the gambling, and their voice is not small!
Many music artists sitting in the front row were also slightly disappointed when they looked at Wang Qian, as if this was not the picture they wanted.
Malone looked back at his daughter Sophie, looked at Wang Qian again and frowned gently. He felt that Wang Qian didn''t seem to deserve his daughter!
Dawson and Kalman looked at each other with deep and hesitant eyes.
however.
At this time, Wang Qian''s hands gently pressed the keys on the piano.
Several notes sounded immediately, and everyone felt as if they were familiar.
It seems that it is the prelude to Mars''s song just heard?
The scene gradually quieted down, staring at Wang Qian with both eyes and ears up, listening to the notes played by Wang Qian.
Wang Qian said in a low voice while playing: "in terms of the degree of completion, this song is close to perfection and is about to be completed. If you are given enough time, you can certainly complete it better. I think there are some defects. I''ll talk to Mr. Mars while playing. Here..."
Wang Qian suddenly stopped, repeated a few notes just now, and said seriously: "the connection of several notes here is not smooth enough, which is not helpful for the expression of the emotional tone of the whole song. It will make people separate from the song!"
Finish!
Wang Qian continued to play, played a section, stopped again, repeated the previous section of notes again, and said: "here, too, the section conversion is relatively abrupt. I think it can make the connection here more smooth."
All the voices of discussion have been completely quiet.
Everyone looked dignified and looked at Wang Qian on the podium in surprise, as well as Mars, who stood beside Wang Qian and was also in a state of shock.
Those who were still holding on to the gambling appointment just now shut up and stared at Wang Qian.
Obviously!
The people who came to the scene were either music artists engaged in music or advanced music lovers who knew music.
Therefore, everyone can hear and see that Wang Qian is repeating the music just played by Mars and explaining the notes paragraph by paragraph!
Are there any mistakes?
They didn''t know, because they had only listened to it once. They didn''t write down all the notes that Mars played just now, but they could roughly remember the melody.
They can all hear that there seems to be nothing wrong with the general feeling.
Moreover, looking at Mars standing beside Wang Qian in a dull state, we can know that Wang Qian may play without any mistakes.
Otherwise, Mars wouldn''t be so shocked.
Wang Qian''s performance and explanation continued, and he stopped for a special explanation for every place he understood that could be modified.
It took Wang Qian more than 20 minutes to finish playing and explaining the short tune of more than four minutes.
And now.
The scene is already silent, more silent than every silent moment before.
No one spoke.
Even many people''s breathing slows down, which seems to be quieter.
After listening to Wang Qian''s explanation, many music artists feel that what Wang Qian said is very reasonable. They seem to have a deeper understanding and improvement of piano music creation.
Malone, Max, Kalman and Dawson in the first row opened their eyes and listened carefully to every word Wang Qian said and every note Wang Qian played.
When Wang Qian finished his explanation, several people looked at each other and could see the shock and disbelief in the eyes of others!
While recognizing and admiring Wang Qian''s understanding of music, he is also full of questions!
How did he do it?
This is a question that almost everyone at the scene has raised.
Everyone, including the West China delegation, has the same problem in mind.
Wang Qian finally left the keys with both hands and said to Mars, who had been silent: "Mr. Mars, this is where I think this song should be modified. What do you think? If you have different ideas, you can say it and we can discuss it in front of everyone. Music is our theme today, and it is also a more difficult practical discussion."
Mars''s eyes were slightly dull, and his mind was still echoing Wang Qian''s performance, explanation and modification comments paragraph by paragraph. He still couldn''t believe it, as if he were dreaming. He looked left and right to make sure he wasn''t in a dream. He looked at Wang Qian and spoke slowly, but his voice was hoarse and bitter: "Mr. Wang Qian, I think, I think, what you said has been very thorough. I, I can''t remember what to say at once. Your understanding of music exceeds me too much. It''s the greatest honor of my life to be able to talk about music with you on the stage today and play you a new song I haven''t finished."
Mars gradually woke up, his heart was very bitter and embarrassed!
He can be sure.
No note is wrong in Wang Qian''s playing.
He played every note of the song he created completely.
There are no errors.
The rhythm is also completely correct.
even to the extent that!
Wang Qian benefited a lot from every explanation and modification opinions. He felt that the modification should be the most perfect.
I thought that I just thought that giving up gambling was a forgiveness for Wang Qian. It was to let Wang Qian go and let him have a sense of superiority!
Now think about
Mars only felt embarrassed and ashamed. He wanted to escape here immediately, and even wanted to leave New York. He was afraid to see these acquaintances in the circle.
He thought he had forgiven each other.
In the end, the truth is that the other party generously let him go.
Clown, it''s yourself!
The mellow voice of Wang Qian came to Mars'' ears, which made Mars less negative emotions. I heard Wang Qian say: "Mr. Mars is too serious. What I said is just my own understanding. Music itself is the expression of your own thoughts. You don''t have to recognize my thoughts like this. Maybe it''s because your thoughts are not so clear now. When you go back and think about it, you may have a more complete idea."
Mars gradually woke up. In front of everyone, he directly bowed to Wang Qian and said, "thank you, Mr. Wang. I will think about my music and my life when I go back. Today, you really taught me a lesson, not only music, but also life."
The scene was silent. At the moment, many people kept silent when they saw Mars giving such a big gift to Wang Qian.
Because, in the eyes of many people.
This seems to be right!
Wang Qian just repaid his grievances with virtue and spared Mars. He didn''t complain about many criticisms on the scene. His virtue was enough for them to admire. Mars should be thanked for this great gift.
However, Wang Qian quickly walked away and did not accept the gift: "Mr. Mars, what is this? I can''t bear it at all!"
Mars stood up, looked at Wang Qian and said solemnly, "thank you, Mr. Wang Qian. I want to go down and have a rest and think about what you just said."
Wang Qian nodded, stretched out his hand to Mars and said, "OK, please!"
Mars nodded his head to Wang Qian again, then bowed slightly to all the people present, then stepped down from the podium, walked back to his position, and quickly sat down. His face was still flushed with excitement and hot with embarrassment.
Elton said faintly, "do you feel it?"
Mars nodded: "yes, he is a pure and great music artist. I can''t believe there is such a person in the world."
Elton: "yes, it''s a pity that he is Chinese. I don''t have a chance to talk to him about music in the future."
Mars also said regretfully, "yes, what a pity!"
Many alumni of Manhattan Conservatory of music around were very puzzled and asked Mars one after another.
"Mars, what happened just now? Did he play correctly? Did he miss a note?"
"Did he really do it?"
"Mars, can he do witchcraft?"
"Mars, what''s the matter with you?"
The questioning of several Manhattan alumni made Mars a little angry. He was angry that these people belittled and discriminated against a great artist. He turned to several people and said seriously: "shut up, you don''t belittle and talk about him anymore. He should be praised!"
Several Manhattan alumni were stunned and looked at Mars unacceptably.
Just before Mars came on stage, he was the same as them!
What''s going on now?
however!
Some of the alumni of the Manhattan Conservatory of music kept silent. They obviously understood that Wang Qian had saved Mars a lot of face, which could be regarded as indirectly saving enough face for the Manhattan Conservatory of music!
If Mars apologized and left the game directly because of the bet, then their small group may have no face to continue to stay and will go together.
At the same time, the reputation of Manhattan Conservatory of music will also be affected!
Now
Although people will still talk about them.
However, it is not so blatant, but also within the controllable range.
These were obviously given to them by Wang Qian.
Therefore, these alumni of Manhattan Conservatory of music kept silent, looked at Wang Qian seriously, changed their mentality for the first time, looked at Wang Qian with the mentality of listening carefully and humbly, and listened to Wang Qian''s words, rather than finding fault and disdain!
This transformation is almost universal in the field.
We are not fools, nor people who don''t know good or bad.
As we all know, just now Wang Qian almost deliberately left face for Mars and for most of the people present.
Therefore, they all admire Wang Qian''s virtue.
Of course
There is another important reason!
Everyone was conquered and shocked by Wang Qian''s powerful talent, and was impressed by Wang Qian''s profound musical concept and understanding.
Listen to a strange song once, you can remember it and play it completely!
We can also find out some defects and explain them.
This is an absolutely incredible and powerful musical talent.
In the atmosphere of silence and emotional change.
Wang Qian sat down again in front of the piano and said softly: "After listening to Mr. Mars''s goddess of the New York sea, I think of a song I accidentally created before, which also describes the goddess of the river in my imagination. I just gave Mr. Mars some modification suggestions. Now, I also play my song for everyone to listen to, and you can give me some suggestions."
"In my class, everything is based on music and real content. Let''s talk about music."
Wang Qian said to everyone.
The sense of being still.
There was a sudden burst of applause.
This is a belated applause.
This is a round of applause for Wang Qian''s good for bad and showing his strong talent.
At the same time!
It''s also a applause for Wang Qian''s music class.
No empty talk, no nonsense, no jokes.
Just talk about music, substantive music.
Wang Qian smiled and accepted everyone''s applause. At the same time, he sat in front of the piano and brewing the mood of the song in his heart.