Throne of Magical Arcana

The third thing is to ask for a monthly ticket~

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Serenade was originally an instrumental or singing song that stood outside the window at night to express love to the lover, but as the nobles liked and pursued music, and used it to entertain and entertain guests at banquets, dances and various celebrations, the meaning it represents Some changes have taken place. Musicians began to create music to cater to the social needs of the nobles, making serenades, nocturnes, and light suites more and more social and entertaining. own thoughts.

Therefore, although the orthodox musicians of Aalto will also compose some banquet-style serenades for their "sponsors", they are still discussing more elegant music, or "real" serenades expressing love and certain emotions, etc. .

Sylvia, who was discussing the characteristics of the piano with Lucien and others just now, while waiting for the chamber band to prepare, smiled and said to Christopher: "Teacher, I saw this in your study before. Mr. Julian's work, the five-movement serenade with rigorous structure, has to be admitted, perhaps influenced by the court style of Tria, it is light, graceful and lively, very suitable for this kind of banquet occasion."

After hearing what Sylvia said, Christopher smiled helplessly and shook his head: "You..."

The reason why he showed this expression was because Sylvia's words were not really compliments, even if she said it very implicitly, but surrounded by authorities with high musical literacy, how could they not understand what she meant: Julian His works are only suitable for banquet occasions, too much pursuit of enthusiasm and lightness, but seem frivolous.

Therefore, orthodox musicians such as Othello and Victor just smiled and did not respond to Sylvia, after all Julian's companions, Barre and Clement, were still nearby.

However, it is the first time for Barre and Clement to come to Alto. Although they have heard the teacher François talk about Alto's music style before, but they have no real experience of it. They really think that Silvia is praising Their companions, who were obsessed with Sylvia's beauty, smiled enthusiastically and nodded to Sylvia, while secretly jealous of Julian.

"This lady's words are really subtle and tactful." Lucien barely understood what Sylvia meant, and felt that it was probably because he was Natasha's music consultant that Sylvia was "loved by the house" and did not treat Julian. Good impression.

There is no difficult content in this style of serenade. After reading the score twice and trying to play a few melodies, the orchestra signaled to Julian that he could start.

Julian took the violin and became the principal himself, ready to coordinate and conduct while playing.

A solemn opening sounded, and orthodox musicians such as Christopher and Victor looked at Julian strangely and suspiciously. This is not a common serenade style!

Although many musicians have used similar techniques in the past, they have not been successful, and it is relatively rare recently!

The smile on Natasha's face grew stronger. She liked creations free from rigid constraints the most, while Sylvia suppressed her smile, pouted slightly, and listened attentively to Julian's next performance.

Julian is worthy of being a talented musician in the court of Tria. The next performance showed an extraordinary momentum. He used the melody with strong symphony and sonata style to set off the warm and joyful atmosphere of celebrations and banquets, expressing his respect for Phyllis's congratulations and respect are not as superficial as other serenades.

When this movement ended and entered the soothing second movement, most of the musicians couldn't help but nodded, Christopher smiled and praised: "The creation of this movement is very particular about Julian's musical skills, full of Elegant style."

Clement and Barre looked at Julian who played enviously, and if he could get such a compliment from Christopher, Julian would have the capital to step into the ranks of real musicians and show off at the court of Tria for at least ten years.

The elegant Adagio is followed by a dance passage in two consecutive movements, specially designed for this kind of banquet, and finally turns into a fast-paced coda, ending in a joyful and passionate climax.

The applause rang out, and Phyllis, as the host of the coming-of-age ceremony, expressed her gratitude to Julian: "Mr. Julian, thank you for your serenade. It is a rare masterpiece in a similar style."

"It's a great 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 kissing his hands, Julian returned to the circle of musicians with a bright smile. From the applause just now and the reaction of the guests, he already knew that the serenade he had composed for five months had been affirmed.

Although there are flaws in many places due to the unfamiliarity of the band, it cannot conceal the success of the music.

McCants went up to greet him and praised with a smile: "Gorgeous, elegant, warm, it is hard to imagine that there is a better similar serenade than this."

When he said the last half of the sentence, his face was looking at Lucien.

Lucien 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 charming aspects of serenade." Othello, as a director of the association, also expressed his affirmation to Julian's serenade, which is the attitude of most musicians.

But at this time, the quiet and gentle Sylvia smiled and said: "However, it also has the most obvious flaw of the serenade. In order to cater to such occasions, many passages appear procrastinated, loose and monotonous, and the overall structure is also confusing. Unsatisfactory place."

"My angelic lady, what you're talking about is the problem that the serenade cannot avoid." Julian replied with a forced smile, and his warm and happy mood was like being poured with cold water.

As Sylvia's teacher, Christopher shook his head helplessly again. His gentle, quiet and peaceful student behaved a bit sharply today. This kind of occasion is not for writing a review article in a newspaper, so he took a kindly She took Sylvia's words with a smile: "No matter what, Julian's work has surpassed most of the serenades of similar style, and has a certain depth in expressiveness."

Julian couldn't restrain himself, showing a surprised smile. Chairman Christopher's evaluation was so high, could he finally become famous in Alto and the whole continent?

This kind of evaluation made Barre and Clement full of jealousy again, and even McCants' expression became very complicated, wondering whether his act of specially inviting Julian was too thoughtless.

"Thank you for your evaluation, dear Mr. Christopher." Julian thanked excitedly.

Then he turned around and looked at Lucien: "Should be your performance next, Mr. Evans? I'm looking forward to your serenade." The whole person became energetic.

Seeing this scene, the other musicians secretly shook their heads: "Sure enough, most geniuses are rebellious."

At this time, in front of the hall, Phyllis's mother was in a good mood and said with a bright smile: "Today is Phyllis' coming-of-age ceremony, and her classmate Lucien Evans will give her a serenade for her birthday Presents. Ladies and gentlemen, I think you haven't heard of Evans, a remarkable musical genius? Well, if you haven't heard of this magnificent and magnificent work, you can say , you have never heard any music in your life."

In the last sentence, she deliberately made her voice old and humorously imitated Christopher.

The guests applauded enthusiastically. Whether they had good intentions or malicious intentions, they were all very curious because they had never heard Lucien, a musical genius, perform in person.

Only Natasha had heard Lucien play the melody several times during the music discussion, and knew that after Lucien aroused the power of the blood, she had a proficient and full-style mastery of piano performance.

Lucien straightened his clothes and was about to walk towards the band. Sylvia beside him said softly, "Don't let Natasha down, you are her music consultant."

"Mr. Evans, I'm looking forward to your serenade." Julian repeated again provocatively. If Lucien's piano piece fails, his reputation will be even louder in comparison. There is nothing better than defeating a There is nothing better than a recognized, exceptional musical genius.

McCants laughed even more and said, "Lucien, don't play the wrong note, I heard that you can't even play the piano proficiently."

Lucien ignored him. Although the music was not really created by him, playing the piano is now his genuine ability. Therefore, with Victor's encouraging smile, Rhine raised his glass in anticipation, and in the warm applause , calmly left the circle of musicians and walked towards the band.

"Lucien, don't be nervous." Phyllis said nervously as she passed by.

Lucien suddenly started to play tricks on Phyllis, and replied seriously: "I'm not nervous, Phyllis, as long as the quality is not too bad, music is more of a subjective feeling."

So Phyllis became even more nervous. It sounded like Lucien lacked confidence, and her hands began to twist together again. .

Natasha applauded lightly, and when Lucien passed by her, she smiled softly: "Hey, 'Knight', go and defeat him, defeat him head-on!"

"...This is not a battle, Your Royal Highness." Lucien was helpless at Natasha's thoughts.

After thinking about it seriously, Natasha said: "Then conquer him, conquer him with your music!"

"...Why does it sound weird." After communicating with Natasha "normally" for a few words, Lucien sat in front of the piano and put his hands on the keys.

The applause in the entire hall stopped immediately, and the atmosphere became very quiet. Many nobles and musicians stretched their necks forward slightly, waiting for the music to start.

The short, powerful, lively and jumping notes sounded, bringing out a smooth and happy rhythm, and then the short eighth note vibrato rendered a cheerful theme, and the hall was filled with a joyous, relaxed and rhythmic atmosphere, making people unable to help but dance a feeling of.

Christopher and other musicians trembled a few times in the opening notes, felt the powerful, vivid and beautiful rhythm, looked at Lucien in amusing and surprised, he also composed in the form of sonata The beginning of the serenade?

But compared with Julian's serenade, his beginning is shorter, more powerful, more cheerful and dynamic, it is a distinctive mark that people can't forget, and it is a small piece of melody that can be called a classic!

Julian's face was ugly, and under such a direct comparison, the pros and cons were fully exposed.

Lucien played Mr. Mozart's "Serenade for Strings in G Major". This is a very classic and widely circulated piece of music. A melody!

The first movement of this serenade is a complete sonata in itself, and Lucien arranged it into a piano sketch.

After the bright beginning, there is a dance-like melody, light and graceful.