Chapter 308
Chapter 308
Quyun Piano Shop.
A soft, lyrical and slightly sad melody came from a piano room. The sound of fingertips hitting the keys was soothing and quiet, like walking on a lake under the moonlight.
Anyone who has a little knowledge of classical music knows that this is Beethoven's "Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-sharp minor". This piece also has a more familiar name, "Moonlight Sonata".
In the elementary school textbook, this song has a very interesting story.
It is said that one autumn, Beethoven was traveling around. One night, he came to the banks of the Rhine and heard a blind girl playing his music.
When Beethoven walked over, he heard someone talking inside. The blind girl said to her brother that Beethoven's music was too difficult and it would be nice if she could hear him play it himself.
Then Beethoven appeared and played it.
After being recognized, the wind blew out the candle and moonlight shone into the window. Beethoven was inspired to compose the "Moonlight Sonata".
Just like Washington chopping down the cherry tree and Edison's famous quotes, this is also a story made up based on the mood of the song.
It sounds beautiful and touching, but if you think about it carefully, this story does not stand up to scrutiny.
In Beethoven's time, how could a blind girl from a poor family own a piano?
The true story is that this piece of music was actually written by Beethoven for his beloved Giulietta Guicciardini, and this is written in the music score.
Giulietta Guicciardini, incidentally, was a student of Beethoven.
This relationship later caused Beethoven a lot of suffering.
By the way, more than two hundred years ago, Beethoven also had interactions with Chinese musicians.
This man is called Li Shutong, and he has a well-known musical work called "Farewell"
This is an experimental piano work by Beethoven. The first movement of a general sonata adopts a medium-speed melody structure, while the opening of "Moonlight Sonata" is a slow movement, and the main melody is given to the little finger.
Very special.
The simple melody creates a subtle and hazy atmosphere, which is why this song is called Moonlight by later generations.
This is also the piece of music most often heard by the public.
But in fact, by the third movement, the difficulty of this piece is no less than some of Chopin's works.
The wild and raging movement is like a storm, the impulsive musical figures surge like the tide, and the various complex piano techniques require even the piano masters to concentrate.
Lu Qingfeng had to stop playing halfway through the third movement.
Although he had the talent inherited from the nine-tailed fox, he still didn't have enough time to practice, and he could feel his inability to perform this piece of music.
The foundation is not solid enough, and many techniques are not connected smoothly enough, which results in the melody not being smooth enough when played.
It may be difficult for ordinary people to hear it, but he can't hide it from his own ears.
clap clap clap!
There was a sound of applause behind me. It was the owner of the music store, Lao Jia.
"If I hadn't witnessed your piano practice, and someone told me that a novice who had never touched the piano could learn to play and perform the entire Moonlight in two months, I would definitely give him a slap in the face."
Lu Qingfeng shook his head.
"No, I made several mistakes when I played it just now. I can't say I know how to play it yet."
The long-haired artistic man looked at him with a speechless expression as if he was fooled by you again.
"I'm really annoyed by geniuses like you. If everyone was like you, I wouldn't be able to continue my job as an instrument trainer."
"Hey, Lao Zhu said you participated in the recording of a variety show on CCTV. You didn't come on Wednesdays and Thursdays for the past two weeks. Did you go to the recording?"
"Yes, it's a music program. See this camera? It was given to me by the production team."
Lu Qingfeng pointed to the small recording device next to him.
The music store owner's eyes lit up.
"Let me make a deal. I won't charge you for piano practice from now on. You can just put my sign in there."
Lu Qingfeng couldn't help but laugh.
"Don't even think about it. Even if I advertise for you, it will be deleted when the show airs later. You want to be on TV without paying? What good are you dreaming of?"
"Too."
Lao Jia feels a little regretful.
"Okay, that's all for today."
Lu Qingfeng stood up and packed his things.
"You're coming tomorrow. Do you want me to reserve a place for you in advance?"
"No, I have to go to the Magic City tomorrow."
Lu Qingfeng said.
"Oh, you have a book signing event, right? I saw it online."
"Well, if you want to read it, I can bring you a copy."
In the past two months, Lu Qingfeng and Lao Jia have come here to practice piano almost every day, and they have become friends.
"Haha, that's great! A book given by a great writer might be worth a lot of money in the future."
The two of them walked out of the piano room one after the other. As soon as they walked out of the soundproof door, they heard someone bargaining outside.
There were two girls, probably students from nearby, talking to the clerk.
"what happened?"
Lao Jia stepped forward to ask, and the three turned to look at them.
Then, the two girls' eyes lit up.
"These two people want to learn piano here, but they have objections to the price and are currently negotiating," the clerk replied.
Lao Jia nodded and was about to say something when one of the girls with medium-short hair spoke first.
"Actually, I think the price is okay. I just want to ask, is this guy a teacher here?"
Lao Jia has been in the underworld for many years and has a very sharp eye. He instantly saw through the two men's thoughts and immediately said with a smile.
"This is a student from Peking University. He comes here to practice piano almost every day. See that room? It's his exclusive use."
"OK, let's sign the contract."
The girl said cheerfully.
"Xiao Liu, arrange for our best teacher for you two."
Lu Qingfeng looked at him steadily but didn't say anything. After all, Old Jia didn't exaggerate and what he said was true.
Lao Jia came over and whispered.
"The piano you're using now is no longer suitable for your current skills. I'll upgrade it for you at no extra cost."
Lu Qingfeng nodded. Since there were benefits to be gained, he had no objection.
……
After leaving the music store, Niu Shiyu was waiting for him in the car outside.
"Go to the airport."
Said after getting in the car.
"Ok."
The part-time driver responded and returned a book first. It was the "Martial Arts Collection" that Lu Qingfeng had lent him before.
Lu Qingfeng was stunned.
"Have you finished reading it? No, you don't have to be so anxious to return it to me."
"No no."
Niu Shiyu waved his hands repeatedly.
The book is quite interesting. Didn’t you say you borrowed it from school? I was afraid it might get dirty, so I bought a copy for myself and read it slowly.”
"alright."
Lu Qingfeng smiled, took the book back, but took out the bookmark and handed it over.
"Brother Niu, this is for you."
"This is……"
"This is a souvenir that 'Mengya' magazine prepared for this book signing event. Sister Xiuxiu said she was worried that there would be too many people and not everyone would be able to get an autograph, so she prepared this."
"Mr. Yang is very thoughtful."
Niu Shiyu took it after hearing that.
Although they have not met Yang Xiuxiu in person yet, the employees of the studio also know that there is a Shan Ge above them.
After all, it was Yang Xiuxiu who conducted the online interview when I joined the company.
She is also in the company group.
When I’m working, I actually really don’t like being with my boss.
But Lu Qingfeng has never been arrogant, and because of his age, Niu Shiyu didn't have that feeling.
We chatted all the way to the airport, and then returned alone.
Lu Qingfeng flew to the Magic City.
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