Chapter 562: Chapter 374 One of the three of you is not good at playing the cello_2
Its existence itself doesn’t hold much significance; its significance is in existing for people.
Thus, its essence lies in continuously serving and pleasing people. If no one listens, it loses its meaning as music; in a way, it is truly humanity’s good friend.
Some crave the pursuit of perfection, while others prefer friends who genuinely care.
Mao Weiang is right.
Whether it’s pop music or classical music.
There’s nothing wrong with who you like; rather, music lovers should inherently become good friends.
In this regard, Lin Tian quite agrees with Mao Weiang.
Clearly, "muddying the waters" is always a thankless task, something that might make others curse you despite your efforts.
But he still sees it as something he wants to do no matter what, even at the end of his life.
And just like he said himself.
He doesn’t think it’s "cool," "meaningful," or a "good deed before dying."
He’s simply doing what he enjoys.
To fulfill himself... and to atone for the chaos he’s caused in the music world.
Watching Mao Weiang’s performance, Lin Tian feels a bit nostalgic.
As a rival,
he really wants to thank this collaboration.
If not for this close collaboration as partners, Lin Tian wouldn’t have understood this rival so well.
He truly captures the essence of the audience’s feelings to the utmost.
If Lin Tian hadn’t chosen "Moonlight" for the semifinals, he might have faced a complete defeat.
Lin Tian shudders to think how Mao Weiang would perform with all his might in the finals.
This collaboration also served as a reconnaissance mission.
"....."
Following Mao Weiang’s part.
The next segment is Bai Junze’s performance.
Lin Tian has looked forward to this guy for a long time.
He hasn’t spared any effort in showing top-tier hospitality for him.
In this semifinals, he is second only to the sensational Nannali.
The last guy Lin Tian invited for a foot massage was Gan Yanyu!
As Bai Junze picked up his worn-out cello and moved the bow.
The music ascended to a new level.
This section was supposed to have a chord accompaniment, but Lin Tian hasn’t added it yet.
Yet still, when Bai Junze’s music played, Lin Tian couldn’t help but get goosebumps.
Fantastic!
That guy truly wasn’t mistaken.
Even after practicing just once, he immediately showed such a high level of completion.
Bai Junze’s cello inherently carries strong emotional value.
His music, in its expression, gives a feeling of surprise and shock, violent, simple, and oppressive, seemingly painful.
But in reality, each note hits the most comforting spot for the audience.....
Just like a full-body spa!
Pushing, cupping, essential oil massage...
Painful yet delightful.
Like Mao Weiang, he also focuses on auditory comfort, offering music that is pleasing to hear.
Mao Weiang’s comfort is more traditional; he is cautious, incredibly gentle, with built-in techniques.
While Bai Junze’s approach is unorthodox, coming straight in with a combo of simple, brutal yet delightful punches.
.....Like an S-type persona!
Lin Tian thinks this has something to do with Bai Junze himself.
Having never attended the Music Academy, he drifted alone in Beijing for years, an unrestrained entity.
Naturally, his piano skills don’t adhere to any "rules," his music is more like flashes of inspiration and following his heart.
Such a rival is actually much more terrifying.
Because you never know where his upper limit lies.
No rules, no traces to follow.
Maybe he’ll suddenly unleash his potential in a specific piece and crush everyone on the final stage.
.....
As the music progresses layer by layer.
The melody is about to reach its climax.
Lin Tian begins to anticipate.
Finally, the ensemble is about to start.
After the solo performances of the three earlier, Lin Tian’s heart is filled with immense anticipation.
How will the sparks fly when the cellos of these three come together?!
Lin Tian holds his breath, eagerly waiting.
Gan Yanyu, Mao Weiang, Bai Junze, all took a deep breath, tightened their grip on the cello bow.
As Lin Tian’s piano crescendo reaches its peak.
Here it comes!!!
The three furrow their brows, simultaneously drawing their bows——
"♫~"
"￥#&@￥%*（@#..."
"...."
"What the heck??!"
Lin Tian’s shout interrupts the performance.
He turns around, leaning against the piano, feeling numb.
Too abstract!
At the moment when the three cellos sounded simultaneously.
The music that was gradually reaching its climax suddenly turned into a huge mess!
Three different tones intertwined, like a brawl, it was just noise!
"Did any of you make a mistake?" Lin Tian asked incredulously, especially casting his gaze towards Bai Junze, who hadn’t practiced much.
"No, senior."
Bai Junze spread his hands, somewhat helplessly, and said,
"I played according to the sheet music."
"Mr. Lin Tian, I can assure you, I didn’t make a mistake either."
Mao Weiang said.
"....."
Then it’s not a problem of playing incorrectly.
Lin Tian stroked his chin, obviously, Gan Yanyu, known as a walking classical music sheet, was even less likely to make such a mistake.
However, after calming down and thinking about it, it was indeed unlikely to be a matter of playing incorrectly.
All three of them were top cellists; how could they make such an error?
It seemed that someone had a problem.
"Try it again."
This time, Lin Tian decided not to accompany.
As the composer of the piece, he now wanted to listen carefully to identify the issue.
This explosive music couldn’t be played like crap!
"Start directly from the climax."
Lin Tian said.
The three nodded and picked up their bows again.
"Three, two, one....."
Lin Tian said and waved his hand.
The music played once more.
This time, the rhythm was good for a moment but only remained smooth for two seconds.
After that, the music was once again chaotic, like a brawl.
"Stop, stop, stop!"
Lin Tian hurriedly interrupted.
The three looked up simultaneously.
"I can confirm it now."
Lin Tian raised his index finger and said seriously,
"One of your cellos has a problem!"
As soon as he said this,
The three looked at each other.
Lin Tian quickly scanned their faces.
If they’re playing according to the sheet music, none of them made a mistake.
But among the three, one person’s music obviously had a repelling effect with the other two, because of its rebelliousness, with a slight change in tone, it would cause all three to deviate, leading to chaos.
"So who is it?"
Gan Yanyu asked nervously.
Often when these ensemble issues arise, she first suspects herself.
"It’s definitely not you." Lin Tian smiled and said.
"Isn’t this favoritism a bit obvious?!" Bai Junze exclaimed in shock.
"I’ve been collaborating with Mr. Gan for so long, if there was an issue with her cello, I’d quickly hear it."
Lin Tian said seriously.
"Then... is it Mr. Bai Junze?" Mao Weiang turned to look at Bai Junze.
"Hey, hey, hey, I was about to suspect you."
Bai Junze crossed his arms, showing a disdainful look,
at this moment his expression seemed to say:
Even questioning the runner-up, what’s your rating?
"In my opinion, you and I both play pop music, maybe we don’t match with Gan Yanyu’s style?" Bai Junze said.
"Me...?" Gan Yanyu looked puzzled.
"Mr. Lin Tian, how should we find out?" Mao Weiang threw the question back to Lin Tian.
"Let me think....." Lin Tian stroked his chin.
"Controlled variable method... how about that?"
At this moment, Gan Yanyu suggested tentatively.
"Controlled variable method?" Lin Tian was taken aback.
"Yes, if we can’t tell with the three of us playing together, I can play with Mr. Mao and Mr. Bai separately, and then the two of them will play together as well. You listen to each session, and by elimination, we’ll know who it is."
Gan Yanyu vividly described with her fingers,
"Besides, we can’t guarantee it’s not my problem, so if everyone plays together once, it will be clear... there might be more than one person with an issue."
"Makes sense."
Lin Tian, who scored 140 in high school mathematics, couldn’t help but admire Little Gan’s brilliant idea.
Though it’s a rather clumsy method, nothing is more effective than this.
"Then let’s begin!" Lin Tian said.
Soon, the first group was Gan Yanyu and Mao Weiang’s duet.
"....."
Unexpectedly, their duet went exceptionally smoothly.
Lin Tian already had a faint answer in his mind but still let Gan Yanyu and Bai Junze play once.
The result,
This duet fell into chaos instantaneously.
"It really is you!!" Lin Tian exclaimed.