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Serenade was originally an instrumental or sung song for standing outside the window at night to express love to a lover. However, as nobles liked and pursued music, they used it to cheer up and entertain guests at banquets, balls and various celebrations. The meaning it represents
Some changes occurred. Musicians began to compose music to cater to the social needs of the nobility, making serenades, nocturnes, and light suites more and more social and entertaining. They no longer had difficult structures and contents, nor did they have any
Your own thoughts.
Therefore, although Aalto's orthodox musicians will also compose some banquet-style serenades for their "patrons", they are more likely to discuss elegant music, or "real" serenades that express love and certain emotions.
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Sylvia, who had just been discussing the characteristics of the piano with Lucien and others, while waiting for the chamber band to prepare, smiled and said to Christopher: "Teacher, I once saw this person in your study.
Mr. Julian's work, the five-movement Serenade with a strict structure, has to be admitted that it may be influenced by the Trian court style. It is light, beautiful and lively, and is very suitable for this kind of banquet occasion."
After hearing Sylvia's words, Christopher smiled helplessly and shook his head: "You..."
The reason why he showed this expression was because Sylvia's words were not real praise. Even though she said it very implicitly, she was surrounded by authorities with high musical literacy. How could they not understand what she meant: Julian
The work is only suitable for banquet occasions. It pursues too much enthusiasm and lightness, and instead looks frivolous.
Therefore, Othello, Victor and other orthodox musicians just smiled and did not respond to Sylvia. After all, Barre and Clement, two companions of Julian, were still nearby.
However, this was the first time for Barre and Clément to come to Aalto. Although they had heard their teacher François talk about Aalto's music style before, they actually thought that Sylvia was praising her without having any real personal experience.
His companions, so obsessed with Sylvia's beauty, smiled enthusiastically and nodded to Sylvia, while secretly jealous of Julian.
"This lady is really subtle and tactful in her words." Lucien reluctantly understood what Sylvia meant. He felt that probably because he was Natasha's music consultant, he asked Sylvia to "love the house and the night" and had no regard for Julian.
Good impression.
There is no difficult content in this style of serenade. After the band read the score twice and tried to play a few melodies, they signaled Julian to start.
Julian took the violin and became the concertmaster himself, preparing to play and coordinate with the conductor.
A solemn beginning sounded, and orthodox musicians such as Christopher and Victor all looked at Julian strangely and doubtfully. This was not a common serenade style!
Although many musicians used similar techniques in the past, they were not successful and have been relatively rare recently!
The smile on Natasha's face grew wider. She liked creations that were not constrained by rigid rules. Sylvia suppressed her smile, pouted slightly, and listened intently to Julian's next performance.
Julian is worthy of being a talented musician in the Tria court. The following performance showed extraordinary momentum. He used strong symphony and sonata-style melody to not only set off the warm and joyful atmosphere of the celebration and banquet, but also express his love for the party.
Phyllis's congratulations and respect are not as superficial as those of other serenade.
When this movement ended and entered the soothing second movement, most of the musicians couldn't help but nod. Christopher smiled and praised: "The creation of this movement is very demanding of Julian's musical skills and is full of richness."
Elegant style.”
Clement Barre looked at Julian playing with envy and envy. 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 in the Trian court for at least ten years.
Following the elegant adagio is a dance passage in two consecutive movements, specially designed for this kind of banquet, and finally turns into a fast-paced ending, ending in a climax of joy and passion.
There was warm applause, and Phyllis expressed her gratitude to Julian as the host of the coming-of-age ceremony: "Mr. Julian, thank you for your serenade. It is a rare masterpiece in a similar style."
"It's an honor to be liked by you, Miss Phyllis. Your beauty is as dazzling as a ruby. May you keep this beauty and mood forever." After Julian finished the hand kiss, he returned to the circle of musicians with a bright smile.
From the applause just now and the reactions of the guests, he already knew that this serenade that he had composed for five months had been approved.
Although there are many flaws due to the unfamiliarity of the band, the success of the music cannot be concealed.
McCants greeted him and praised with a smile: "Gorgeous, elegant, and warm. It's hard to imagine a more outstanding serenade."
When he said the last half of the sentence, his face was looking at Lucien.
Lucien didn't care about this, he just clapped his hands to express his respect for the beautiful music just now. He was not a real musician.
"Julian, your work fully embodies the most charming part of the serenade." Othello, as the director of the association, also expressed his affirmation of 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 an occasion, many passages appear to be slow, loose and monotonous, and the overall structure is also confusing.
Not very satisfied.”
"This angelic lady, you are talking about all the problems that serenade cannot avoid." Julian replied with a forced smile, and his warm and happy mood was like a bucket of cold water being poured on it.
As Sylvia's teacher, Christopher shook his head helplessly again. His gentle, quiet and peaceful student was acting a bit sharp today. This was not an occasion to write a review article in a newspaper, so he spoke with a kind expression.
He took Sylvia's words with a smile: "In any case, Julian, your work has surpassed most serenades of similar style, and has a certain depth of expression."
Julian couldn't restrain himself and showed a surprised smile. President Christopher's evaluation was so high. Can he finally become famous in Alto and throughout the continent?
Such comments made Barre and Clément filled with jealousy again, and even McCants' expression became complicated, wondering if his move to specially invite Julian was too ill-considered.
"Thank you for your evaluation, dear Mr. Christopher." Julian thanked him excitedly.
Then he turned around and looked at Lucien: "Your performance should be next, right? Mr. Evans? I'm looking forward to your serenade." The whole person became high-spirited.
When other musicians saw this scene, they all shook their heads secretly: "Sure enough, most geniuses are unruly."
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 as a gift.
Birthday gift. Ladies and gentlemen, I think you have never heard of Evans, this outstanding musical genius, right? Well, if you haven’t heard of this magnificent and majestic work, then 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 with good intentions or ill intentions, they were very curious because they had never heard Lucien, a musical genius, perform in person.
Only Natasha had listened to Lucien play the melody several times during the music discussion. She knew that after Lucien inspired the power of blood, he had mastered the piano playing skillfully and with his own style.
Lucien straightened his clothes and was about to walk towards the band. Sylvia beside him said in a soft voice: "Don't let Natasha down, you are her music consultant."
"Mr. Evans, I'm looking forward to your serenade." Julian repeated again slightly provocatively. If Lucien's piano piece fails, his reputation will be even more famous in comparison. There is nothing better than defeating a
There is nothing better than being recognized as an outstanding musical genius.
McCants even chuckled and said, "Lucien, don't play the wrong notes. I heard that you can't even play the piano proficiently."
Lucien ignored him. Although the music was not really composed by him, playing the piano was now his real ability. So under Victor's encouraging smile, Rhine raised his glass forward in anticipation, and in the enthusiastic applause
, calmly left the circle of musicians and walked towards the band.
"Lucien, don't be nervous." Phyllis said with slightly nervous concern as they passed by.
Lucien suddenly had the evil intention of teasing 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 clapped softly, and when Lucien passed her, she laughed softly: "Hey, 'Knight', go defeat him, defeat him head-on!"
"...This is not a battle, Your Highness Princess." Lucien was helpless at Natasha's train of thought.
Natasha thought about it seriously and said: "Then conquer him, conquer him with your music!"
"...Why does it sound weird?" Lucien and Natasha exchanged a few words "normally" before sitting down in front of the piano and placing 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 begin.
A few short eighth-note vibratos sounded, bringing out a lively and cheerful smooth rhythm. The hall was suddenly filled with a joyful, relaxed and rhythmic atmosphere, making people feel like they couldn't help but dance.
Christopher and other musicians trembled slightly during the opening notes, feeling the powerful, distinct and beautiful rhythm. They looked at Lucien in amazement and surprise. He actually also composed in the form of a sonata.
The beginning of a serenade?
But his beginning is shorter, more powerful, more cheerful and dynamic than Julian's serenade. It is a distinctive mark that people cannot forget, and it is a short melody that can be called a classic!
Julian's face looked ugly. In such a direct comparison, the good and bad were fully exposed.
Lucien played Mr. Mozart's "String Serenade in G Major". This is a very classic and widely circulated piece of music. Its beginning allows people to directly feel the beauty of the music and it has endured for a long time.
A melody!
The first movement of this serenade is itself a complete sonata, and Lucien adapted it into a piano piece.
After the bright beginning, there is a dance-like melody, light and beautiful. (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to come to Piaotian Literature to recommend this work. Your support is my greatest motivation.)