Chapter 194 The Final 1

The music scene in the UK is divided into two groups: the academics and the amateurs. Neither group looks down on the other.

Musicians from academic backgrounds all come from prestigious schools and receive orthodox and systematic music education. They emphasize exquisite technique and rigorous music theory, perform with great care and discipline, and pursue the perfect interpretation of classic works.

Self-taught musicians often hone their skills in the streets, alleys, bars, and nightclubs. They have not received professional training, but they possess unique musical perception and innovative abilities. Their playing style is free and unrestrained, full of spontaneity and wildness.

In today's England, it's very easy to distinguish between the two groups. The academic contestants appear in impeccably tailored suits, and they perform classical music with skillful technique.

When it's the turn of the self-taught contestants, they usually wear flamboyant clothing, bring their own modified instruments, and play novel music that blends multiple elements.

Although their actions would make academics frown, feeling that it was not music at all.

However, audiences are drawn to the energy and innovation of unorthodox music, especially during live performances, where the atmosphere is incredibly vibrant. Currently, the conflict between the two schools is very serious.

Oliver is the leader of the academic school.

Early fame and talent alone are not enough for him to occupy such a position of influence.

EmI is the largest record company in the UK. EmI is undoubtedly the leading company in the British record industry.

Oliver's father owns 43% of the shares, making him Eml's largest shareholder.

"What you see is his artistic side, but in fact he has many facets."

"Then he came to find me..."

Kong Pan thought for a moment, then shook her head: "It's not certain yet. Let's contact them again later and see."

Shishi nodded and went back to her room to sleep. Tomorrow was the final of this grand international competition. He was determined to bring home the highest honor for China.

Recharging and conserving energy...

The next day

As the host announced the start of the event, viewers around the world tuned in to the live stream, their eyes glued to the screen, afraid to miss a single amazing moment.

The first round of competition has begun, and this round is a grand competition between choirs from various countries. It tests their teamwork and overall musical effect.

To Shi Shi's surprise, the song performed by the Central Conservatory of Music was "Me and My Motherland".

"Is that surprising?"

Shishi nodded, then shook her head: "I thought I would sing a more difficult song that would better showcase my professional level."

It's not that the song "Me and My Motherland" is bad. Rather, its difficulty level, for the Central Conservatory of Music's capabilities, is somewhat too easy. It's like two elementary school students who both scored 100, but student A scored 100 because the test paper only reached 100 points. Student B scored 100 because their ability only reached 100 points.

Shishi expressed her thoughts.

Kan Hong smiled and said, "Although this song isn't particularly difficult, its strength lies in its sincere emotion, expressing love for the motherland. Moreover, singing our classic patriotic song at such an international competition showcases the spirit of China. And..."

"What?"

"And what level do you think the music groups participating in international competitions are at? Among these people, it's not an exaggeration to say that every single one is one in a thousand, let alone one in ten thousand. They've fought their way through countless battles, and none of them are weak. So, it's difficult for us to pull ahead by a large margin in terms of skill."

Why not... sing praises to our motherland! Express our love!

As the Central Conservatory of Music began its performance, the melodious and stirring tunes instantly captivated everyone present and watching on screen. Their voices were unified and powerful, each note imbued with deep emotion. The audience was completely immersed in the moving music.

Many Chinese netizens watching the live stream were moved to tears, and they also flooded the screen with comments!

Netizen: Oh my god! My country and I are inseparable! When I heard this lyric, I actually cried!

Chest-pressing biscuits: Singing Chinese songs on Japanese soil! It's simply awesome!

Cherry Calf: Our whole family is listening!

錓竜嵻?: Wherever I go, a song of praise flows forth! I love China!

Come on, come on: I love China!

Potato stew: I love China!

The words "I love China" were flooding the comments section!

When the chorus ended, thunderous applause erupted from the audience. Even foreign audience members who were not very familiar with Eastern music were moved by the patriotic songs. Looking at the Central Conservatory of Music on stage, Shishi felt a surge of pride.

She is even more looking forward to the second round of the competition.

The second round of the competition is an individual singing contest. Shishi's Chinese team has three singers competing in this round: Gu Hanyi, Gao Rong, and Yan Xuehua.

Unlike previous years, the competition format has changed. In previous years, all three singers had to compete, and their combined scores determined the winning country for that round. This year, however, a draw system has been implemented, limiting each country to sending only one singer. This means that the final selection of the three singers will only be revealed at the very last moment.

This competition format undoubtedly puts a lot of pressure on the singers' mental fortitude. Unlike previous years where the total score was used, only one person can compete, meaning the outcome of this round rests on that one person's shoulders.

Under everyone's tense gaze, Gao Rong, the Chinese player to compete in the second round, was about to take the stage.

Although Gu Hanyi and Yan Xuehua were not selected, they exchanged a glance and chuckled.

Of the three, Gao Rong is obviously the youngest. But if you think his strength is as good as his age, you'd be wrong!

Despite having a prominent canine tooth, Gao Rong's singing is truly like a tiger descending from the mountain. When Gao Rong steps onto the stage, his eyes are firm, showing no fear whatsoever.

He picked up the microphone, and the moment the intro began, his incredibly powerful voice instantly resonated throughout the venue. He had chosen a song that blended traditional Chinese folk music with modern pop elements, a unique style that immediately caught the audience's attention.

It's actually "Rolling Up the Pearl Curtain"!

This song was sold by Shi Shi before. How come she doesn't remember Gao Rong buying it?

Shishi asked Kan Hong beside her in a questioning tone, "Chairman, this song?"

"Gao Rong selected many songs for this competition, and this song was one of the final options. We finalized the choice at the last meeting before leaving the country."

Shishi felt a little embarrassed because there had been a misunderstanding when she tried to sell the song; the singer's musical quality was quite low. She had asked for an exorbitant price to scare him away, hoping to find a suitable singer for the song later. Unexpectedly, the person wasn't short of money, and honesty was paramount in business, so she had no choice but to sell it. If she had known the song would end up with Gao Rong, she might have offered a discount.