In front of the judges' table, Zheng Qian sat in the center, watching the contestants' performances with a gentle expression and no hesitation in praising them.
He doesn't find fault easily, and almost every player feels the warmth of a spring breeze when facing Zheng Qian.
All the contestants were extremely excited, thinking that they were likely to become the legendary sons of destiny, signed by Zheng Qian, and become contracted artists in Yuexiang Media and Entertainment Company.
However, these are just polite words from Zheng Qian.
From Zheng Qian's own personal experience, although there are indeed many contestants in "Avenue of Stars" with outstanding characteristics, it is obviously not enough to impress Zheng Qian, who is well-informed.
In particular, almost none of these people have experienced professional training, so when they sing, the stability is very poor. The first sentence may be very amazing, and the next sentence will become very awkward.
This is certainly not in line with Zheng Qian’s ideal basic strength that a senior vocalist should have.
The troupe leader gave him four places, which were used to expand the number of performers at the grassroots level, not to let him go to waste.
After all, there are still certain thresholds for entering the art troupe. The reason why Zheng Qian was able to get so many places this time was obviously due to Jiang Yunqiu's trust.
He cannot betray Jiang Yunqiu's trust.
You must know that in the current era, if ordinary people want to become civilian cadres, if they take the formal route, they must go through layers of screening and assessment.
There are three main ways, namely, graduating from military academies, graduating national defense students from local colleges and universities and enlisting in the army, and graduates from local colleges and universities enlisting in the army.
Most people cannot meet such conditions.
Those who meet the requirements are basically of good quality and have many other better career paths to choose from.
After all, it is very hard to work as a civilian cadre in a cultural troupe. There are countless performance tasks at the grassroots level. Although it is considered an iron rice bowl, the salary is not high. Therefore, many elites have no intention of applying for the cultural troupe, but turn around and jump into the entertainment industry.
, because of his excellent qualities, his chances of getting ahead in the entertainment industry are still very high.
Ordinary people who cannot meet the standards and want to join a cultural troupe can only affiliate themselves with major cultural troupes and become a contracted actor, which is a so-called contract worker.
If you keep working hard and accumulate experience, you may have the opportunity to become a full-time employee.
But because the salary is low and it is very hard work, generally artists with a little ambition will not waste their time on this.
In this way, the special recruitment quota becomes extremely valuable.
Zheng Qian is a specially recruited civilian cadre. In addition to Zheng Qian, there are many specially recruited civilian cadres in the entertainment industry. They are all very capable, but because of their status, they all keep a low profile.
Even for Zheng Qian, even if many people are fans of Zheng Qian, few people know about Zheng Qian's identity as a civilian cadre. Only those who are die-hard fans will have any impression of this matter.
What people pay the most attention to is Zheng Qian's series of works. So many classic songs have made Zheng Qian more and more popular. Today's glory has also covered some of his early experiences.
Compared with last year, the overall environment in the industry is getting better and better this year. As long as you have some skills, you don't have to worry about finding a job in the industry. Even those who are doing side jobs don't have to worry if they have accumulated enough strength.
I can't get the filming.
However, the special recruitment quota for the cultural troupe is still very attractive.
Therefore, when Zheng Qian finished watching the performance of a young male and female duo from the Northeast called "Legend of the Snow", he knew that the person he was looking for had finally arrived.
The woman's singing voice is loud and clear, and her singing style is very similar to that of teacher Jiang Yunqiu, while the man's rapping is also not simple. At least in Zheng Qian's opinion, he has some basic skills.
"You are amazing for being able to combine classic folk song elements with electronic music, and also combine ethnic singing with pop singing."
After admiring it, Zheng Qian first picked up the microphone and said, "I wonder if you have signed a company now?"
As soon as he finished speaking, the whole place suddenly became excited.
Several judges sitting next to him also showed surprised expressions.
Host Bi Jun came up to the stage and was stunned for a moment before suddenly laughing and saying: "Zheng Qian, I have long heard that you came to "Avenue of Stars" to sign singers. It seems that the rumors are correct!"
The two people from the "Snow Legend" organization finally came to their senses at this moment.
The woman named Zhang Lingling immediately said excitedly: "Teacher Zheng Qian, we are all contracted artists at the Beijing Sunshine Dance Hall. We have units but no companies..."
Wu Hao next to him was even more excited and kept rubbing his hands.
Although the artists signed by the song and dance hall are also considered artists, they receive a minimum salary and a commission on drinks. How can they be compared with the stars who have officially entered the music scene? And if Zheng Qian takes a fancy to them and sneaks into a regular entertainment company, they can really
Became a star!
This of course made the two of them very excited.
Why did you come to participate in "Avenue of Stars"? Isn't it just to gain popularity and debut?
At this moment, the whole audience screamed and cheered one after another.
Zheng Qian nodded and said: "Okay, after the program is finished, you can come to me backstage."
When Zhang Lingling heard this, her eyes were red with excitement, and she kept bowing to Zheng Qian.
Wu Hao was calm, but he nodded like a fool.
At this moment, both of them felt as if they had arrived at a crossroads of destiny.
Soon, their destiny will change dramatically.
This scene made Xu Abao, who was waiting backstage and preparing to appear, excited.
When the host Bi Jun called out his name, he quickly stepped onto the stage and started his performance amidst the applause of the audience.
Xu Abao's popularity is in the upper middle among this group of contestants. Because he came to "Avenue of Stars" last year, many viewers are very impressed by Xu Abao.
"one two three four five six seven
The Long March of Twenty-five Thousand Miles
It’s not easy for the revolutionary Red Army
Moving forward, there is no base—"
Today Xu Abao brought a folk song.
The lyrics told the story of the Red Army's Long March, which fully demonstrated the characteristics of his voice, and Zheng Qian kept nodding his head.
He had some impressions of Xu Abao. He came here to record two episodes last year, but at that time he was busy with other work and was absent from the program recording. Therefore, although many people praised Xu Abao's voice, it was a pity that Zheng Qian did not hear it.
Later, the director said that this person had quit "Avenue of Stars" for some reason, and the original intention of supporting him was abandoned.
At this time, hearing Xu Abao's clear and clear voice, Zheng Qian was immediately astonished.
The voice is natural and original, without any technique, as if it has returned to nature.
Moreover, this person's high notes are particularly amazing. When he sings, he can actually sing up to two high C's, which is a full octave higher than Zheng Qian's normal state.
But the higher the treble, the better. The sound of the kettle being boiled is high enough, but also harsh enough. A treble singing style with beautiful tone, graceful enough, and rich skills like Zheng Qian is the ultimate goal pursued by many treble singers in the current music world.
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A layman watches the excitement, an expert watches the door.
Although Xu Abao's singing voice amazes many people.
But in the ears of many professionals, Xu Abao's singing voice does not have enough skills, no emotional expression, high pitch, but relatively hollow.
However, his treble is louder than many current treble players, and even better than contemporary sopranos.
Zheng Qian felt as if he was about to find a treasure.
Isn't this the actor the military art troupe is looking for?
Go to the grassroots level to practice and study for a period of time, and maybe you can become a professional tenor who is popular all over the world.
When the song ended, the whole audience burst into applause.
"Abao is a talented person. He caused a certain amount of discussion when he came last year. Unfortunately, he later withdrew from the competition due to personal matters."
Judge Zhang Qing looked at Xu Abao and said with emotion: "If you had persevered, maybe your name would be on the list for the Spring Festival Gala."
Xu Abao looked a little sad and said quickly: "I'm sorry, teachers, my father died suddenly of illness last year and I went back to attend the funeral. This year I have adjusted everything. I feel that I will not let everyone who likes me down."
The host Bi Jun said with a smile: "Actually, Zheng Qian can make some comments. After all, you are the most professional in the field of treble. We all know that many overseas media have rated you as one of the three most powerful treble players in the world. This is
Top honor!”
"Don't dare to take it seriously."
When Zheng Qian heard this, he did not hesitate to praise him and said: "A Bao is indeed very rare. His clear tone, unique style, and natural voice, without any trace of academicism, are obviously still a blank sheet of paper. I am very fond of it."
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When Xu Abao saw Zheng Qian, he was very excited. His face was full of desire. He obviously hoped that Zheng Qian could also sign him, so he looked at Zheng Qian with a pair of slightly narrow eyes full of expectation.
But until Zheng Qian finished his review, he didn't bring up the idea of signing a contract. For a moment, he felt a little disappointed.
At this time, the audience was obviously joining in the fun. When someone shouted "Sign", the audience gradually began to shout loudly.
For a time, the word "signed" quickly formed a wave and resounded throughout the audience.
Xu Abao was so moved that he kept bowing to the audience to express his gratitude.
Bi Jun is a discerning host. When he saw this scene, he quickly said loudly: "Whether to sign or not is a matter for Teacher Zheng Qian to consider. Please don't make noises. Moral kidnapping is not popular in our "Avenue of Stars"!"
Although Zheng Qian is optimistic about Xu Abao, he actually has no intention of signing him.
The first is that this person's positioning overlaps with mine, and this guy's high notes are higher than mine.
There are not many songs that suit him, not to mention that Zheng Qian plans to keep many high-pitched songs for himself.
And there are tenors like myself in the market.
This Xu Abao is destined to be dim and dull.
The second is that Xu Abao's commercial value is not great. After all, he is already in his thirties. Unlike the "Legend of Snow" group, the two young people are both in their early twenties and have great development potential.
Yuexiang Media is not a charity. It does not mean that Xu Abao must be signed because he is very popular at this stage.
Zheng Qian is thinking about the long-term future.
Of course, Xu Abao may not be able to make it in the entertainment industry, but if he sings popular songs in the army, he is obviously a good player!
"We don't have a place for you in our company right now."
Zheng Qian said jokingly: "But I have a chance to let you join the army to perform. Do you want to join the art troupe?"
Art troupe?
Everyone was stunned.
Bi Jun's eyes suddenly lit up. He patted Xu Abao on the shoulder with his hand card and scolded with a smile: "Why are you still standing there? Why don't you thank Teacher Zheng? Joining the art troupe is the dream of many singers in the industry!
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Xu Abao's educational level is not high. He dropped out of high school. Although he has heard of the art troupe, it is too far away from his own life, so he doesn't feel much about it. At this time, when he heard that the host Bi Jun valued it so much, he suddenly came back to his senses and quickly expressed his gratitude.
: "Thank you, Teacher Zheng. I really want to join the art troupe, but I don't know what the main thing is to do..."
"Going to perform in the army." Zheng Qian said simply and concisely.
Many singers backstage had tears of envy on their lips.
"Damn it, the art troupe, this Xu Abao is still asking questions. At this time, you should agree immediately to prevent Zheng Qian from regretting it!"
"It's so awesome. Teacher Zheng Qian actually has the ability to let Xu Abao join the art troupe!"
"It's really awesome. Some time ago, Chen Jiayuan's request to join the Second Artillery Art Troupe was rejected. Although he is not a first-line artist, he is at least a leader in the second tier. He is not qualified to join the art troupe!"
"Time has turned around for us. With Zheng Qian as the judge, maybe I will be introduced to the art troupe later! Or I may be signed by Zheng Qian!"
"Just daydream!"
"Zheng Qian's company is very powerful. Their general manager is Qi Zhongcai, the former vice president of Brightline Media, who is also an industry leader!"
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On the stage, Xu Abao was a little hesitant, but in the end, under the excited eyes of everyone, he realized that the quota to enter the art troupe was probably what many people dreamed of, so he immediately nodded and agreed: "I want to enter!"
Zheng Qian smiled: "Of course you can if you want to join, but it doesn't matter what I say. Someone will review you at that time. Only those who meet the conditions will have the opportunity to join the art troupe. I only have the right to recommend, not the right to decide."
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"That's awesome!"
Bi Jun said with a smile: "I'm not even qualified to talk to the teachers of the art troupe."
Zheng Qian glanced at Bi Jun and felt that the man's way of speaking was a bit unclear.
If you say words like this once in a while, people may not take it seriously and just treat it as a joke.
If you talk too much, wouldn't that mean you're putting the art troupe on a fire rack?
Originally, the special treatment and promotion speed of the cadres of the cultural troupe in the army aroused dissatisfaction among some people. Bi Jun's words made the cultural troupe seem to be on top of others.
Doesn’t this intensify the conflict?
Zheng Qian's consciousness was already very high.
At this time, I have realized that I should not bring up the special recruitment of the art troupe on TV programs. Even if it is a special recruitment, I should contact him in private, and I should not show off my privilege of having a special recruitment quota in a high profile on TV.
Although he had changed his mind and said that he only had the right to recommend and not to make decisions, the cautious Zheng Qian still decided to cut this section after the recording of the program ended, saying hello to the chief director Yang Pei.