Entertainment: Is this how you play music?!

Chapter 362 God opened one door for him, and then opened several more.
"His gaze was so earnest."

Upon seeing Li Can, Tom had this thought flash through his mind.

This attitude led Tom to imagine that it was the dedication of an excellent artist to every performance.

Completely unexpectedly, Li Can had already prepared for a 1v4 situation.

To say they're evenly matched, or to insist on a comparison of who's better, is impossible.

But who doesn't have a competitive spirit?

There will definitely be competition.

Ravel and the other three exchanged glances, all sharing the same thought.

As long as the comparison isn't too obvious, it's fine.

Especially Ravel.

After witnessing Lee Chan's control, all I could think about was hoping that Lee Chan wouldn't use too much force.

Really, there's no need.

It's normal that the effect is not as good as Li Can's. No one even thinks about outshining Li Can here. They just want to do their best and make sure that the performance doesn't look bad in comparison.

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Li Can smiled and nodded to the four people in turn.

It's no wonder Li Can was so wary.

The Lighthouse, being the only one of its kind, has a fully activated buff through communication and competition.

Ravel and his three companions seemed to have no ulterior motives, but in Li Can's view, it was unlikely that they had no ulterior motives at all.

Li Can, whose playing style is already somewhat aggressive, believes that he needs to add a bit more aggression to his upcoming performances.

The piano was inspected very carefully.

After the inspection was completed, the piano was moved to the transport platform, ready to be played.

The performance will begin with a string chamber music program, conducted by Allen, principal conductor of the New York Philharmonic.

Pop icon James performed classic 1980s Lighthouse pop songs, Shila Amzah's country songs, Ravel's jazz performance, and Li Can's piano solo.

Li Can must be placed last, otherwise whoever is placed after Li Can will be in trouble.

If it weren't for the fact that he didn't want to move the piano twice, Ravel would have preferred to stay away from Li Can.

It's satisfying to go from good to better, but if something goes from better to good, the audience perceives it as good turning into bad.

Fifteen minutes flew by.

After the boss finished speaking, the performance officially began.

Each performer briefly introduces their piece and expresses their shared vision before beginning their performance.

At this moment, the expressions of the people in the audience changed.

Whether it's chamber music, pop, jazz, or country, the Western flavor is too strong.

These four shows, in particular, are truly pure American in style.

Just like the content of the exchange, there was both communication and competition.

Of course, there are also those who show off their skills.

A perfect artistic performance represents a high level of cultural and artistic achievement, a high level of talent, a high level of talent reserves, and the unseen, vast education system behind talent cultivation. It can even reflect economic strength.

The performance by the four artists from Lighthouse perfectly illustrated this point.

At first glance, it seems flawless.

Someone who can perform in this kind of setting can't possibly be mediocre.

Even if it's just popular, the level of quality it demonstrates is already at its peak.

The chamber string ensemble is layered and distinct, while the pop music is full of imagination.

Singer Shila Amzah's country music seems to permeate life in the eastern part of the lighthouse, blending Appalachian folk music from Scotland with bluegrass music from Kentucky, combining the best of both worlds.

When Ravel took the stage, his lively and free jazz style made people want to sway along.

From bebop to triple swing, the music freely combines Latin American music with Black beats, seamlessly blending triple and quadruple meter.

It's clear that Ravel is giving it his all to avoid being outdone.

at last.

Ravel's jazz piano performance has ended.

Amid applause, Li Can walked onto the stage.

His 1.9-meter height is very impactful, and the staff and security guards on both sides of the venue were immediately overwhelmed by his height.

Once they stepped onto the stage, their stunning looks seemed to have a greater impact than their height.

"Tsk, he's practically God's child."

Some bigwigs at the scene were already muttering to themselves.

This sentence can be basically translated as "He was practically created by Nuwa herself."

"Friends, it is an honor to be here at the White House to perform for the two owners and the guests at this banquet."

"This time, the work I'm bringing to you is 'My Motherland'."

Li Can spoke slowly, appearing very relaxed, and even carrying a touch of youthful vigor.

After speaking in Chinese, he chuckled and switched to English.

Despite being extremely polite, he exudes an incredibly strong sense of self-confidence.

The first four performers were naturally the ones who noticed Li Can's condition.

Ravel and the others exchanged glances, somewhat surprised.

It is said that artists should have a calm and serene mind, treating the audience offstage as nothing more than pigs or cabbages, and not letting the audience sway their performance emotions and inner feelings.

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To be able to relax and be so confident in such a situation shows that Li Can is truly indifferent to these things.

Recalling his feelings during the performance, Ravel felt like he had lost everything.

The applause gradually subsided.

The notes went from slow to fast, but then instantly returned to a steady pace, spreading like water droplets.

After the intro, the main melody becomes even gentler.

Those were waves of misty water, like leaping streams converging into a river.

When a stream jumps into a river, the ripples may not be as pronounced, but it seems to infuse the river with vitality.

Suddenly.

Press the soft pedal again and gently play the soft note.

The waves of the river seemed to have turned into a gentle breeze.

This is a unique ethnic musical style belonging to the Xia Kingdom. Such melodies are broad and upright, and when gentle, they are like a mother's embrace.

And when it gets intense, it's like the soaring melody that suddenly rises after the flow of a river!
Like a spear forged from a majestic mountain peak, it is both powerful and sharp.

The powerful force finally brought out the aggressiveness in Li Can's playing style to the fullest.

The stark contrast between strong and weak colors bombarded the audience's emotions.

What kind of spirit and energy is this?

The eyes of the Chinese audience members in the audience widened slightly, their gazes gleaming with an inexplicable light.

A river and a mountain rise together.

Thousands of rivers flow into the mountains!
Li Can's playing movements were even slightly exaggerated, but only Ravel knew that this was when he was truly in the zone.

It is the emotional power generated from within that infuses all energy into the expression of the work.

The piano's cadenzas are woven around the edge of the main melody, and the cadenzas' vast keyboard span is just like the expansive land of the Xia Kingdom.

A mother's gentleness towards her child, and her firmness in protecting her child.

The Xia culture was characterized by its refined and courteous nature, yet also by its strong fighting and resistance spirit.

The youth of Xia Guo in the new era have a bright vision for the future of the world and a fighting spirit that they constantly inspire.

Everything is woven into this simple musical piece!
That was the warmth expressed by boundless love, so intense it could almost burn you.

The exciting melody, after its exhilarating expression, returned to quiet and peace.

The fields, fragrant with the scent of rice, are filled with birdsong and the aroma of flowers. A mother leads her child on a stroll through a sea of ​​blossoms, where smiles and warmth bloom.

Just as Li Can's movements suddenly became cautious, the contraction of emotional tension made the audience's hearts skip a beat, yet they were also immersed in a dreamlike paradise.

As the last note faded away, Li Can stood up completely, and the audience below the stage applauded.

The applause was very restrained.

But the admiration and enthusiasm in the audience's eyes were even more intense than in previous programs.

Many audience members even wanted to scream, but they forced themselves to hold back due to their status and the occasion.

But the surging emotions in my heart could not be calmed down in a short time.

Tom, who had fully appreciated all the expressions, could hardly hide the shock in his eyes.

At this moment, Tom finally understood Ravel's words and truly realized the significance of the name "Li Can" in the piano world.

Such a performance is unprecedented.

With a slight bow, Li Can left the stage with a smile, as if nothing had happened, and it was just an ordinary performance.

"Thank you for your hard work, Mr. Li."

The backstage staff came to greet us.

Ironically, the other four performers who most wanted to talk to Li Can didn't step forward.

There was no communication at the beginning because we couldn't run around. There was no communication backstage during rehearsals because we didn't want to disturb each other's focus.

But now I dare not come up to communicate, purely out of awe.

I want to say something, but I feel a little uneasy.

It's just like the nervousness you feel when you meet an important person before you've become famous.

As Ravel said.

Only when you reach the ceiling can you know just how outrageous the true god really is.

Do you think that masters are only slightly different from each other?

Actually, it's a difference of several dimensions.

The physical capabilities of youth, the surging passion of youth, the control and subtlety of at least thirty years of skill, combined with the emotional and color expression that an ordinary master would need at least forty years to achieve.

When combined, this is simply a bug among bugs.

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James, the godfather of pop music, couldn't hold back any longer and said something that the other three agreed with.

"God opened one door for him, but also opened two, three, or five doors to let fresh air circulate, opened all the windows to let in the holy light, and by the way, lifted the ceiling so that the sunlight wouldn't reach him."

"God is indeed very biased."

Hearing the whispers around her, Sheila couldn't help but sigh, "No, maybe he is God."

"Ok?"

Everyone was stunned, looking at Sheila, then at Allen.

Allen, the principal conductor of the New York Philharmonic, is a truly devout Christian.

But Allen only glanced at Sheila with slight displeasure and silently pursed his lips.

"God won't come to the lighthouse, but Li Can will."

James raised an eyebrow, his tone slightly teasing.

“He has been to the Lighthouse three times in total: once at the Grammys, once for the Miracle Show in Los Angeles, and once for the White House bilateral exchange dinner. I’m already wondering what he’ll do next time he comes.”

"Yeah, just wait and see, his net worth will skyrocket!"

Sheila and Allen exchanged a glance, already hesitant to even think about it.

Since becoming famous, Li Can has been gaining weight like a stack of buffs, from pop to classical, from solo to group.

Who knows if his current net worth is even enough to buy something with real money?

"Art is an important channel for cultural exchange between the two countries. In the new year, the Xia Kingdom Art Festival will also be held at the Lighthouse, promoting cooperation, healthy competition, and comprehensive, multi-faceted communication."

The banquet was drawing to a close.

The bosses began to summarize.

Having completed his mission, Li Can has already left the scene.

Whether it's a one-against-four situation or not is no longer important; what matters most is showcasing your own style and expressing the Xia Kingdom's music well.

As the only performer from the Xia Kingdom, Li Can felt that in addition to gentleness and politeness, she should also demonstrate a sharp and unyielding spirit.

To be able to play "My Motherland" at the White House during the National Day holiday.

This is enough.

As for friendly exchanges with the lighthouse...
Ah, yes, yes.

After the banquet ended, the participants did not rush to leave.

Because of the multi-faceted exchanges, many big names in China have collaborative projects and businesses with Lighthouse.

Naturally, this would also be an opportunity to visit the other company.

It's not uncommon for them to learn from others or seek knowledge.

Even Xu Yang himself has joint training sessions.

That evening, there was also a private cocktail party hosted by a business tycoon.

State banquets are wonderful, but one cannot let oneself go unrestrained.

Private parties, on the other hand, can be a bit more relaxed.

Only Li Can acted as if nothing had happened, returning to Vienna at lightning speed after the performance to continue organizing rehearsals.

Many bigwigs from other industries who had planned to have dinner with Li Can after the banquet to build a relationship found themselves exchanging bewildered glances after learning that Li Can had vanished without a trace.

The speed of Xia Kingdom is remarkable.

Upon returning to Vienna, Li Can did not rush to organize rehearsals.

Instead, they meticulously organized the music files for the movie "Songgu Peak".

The specific scenes and ambient music still need to be determined, and the length of the instrumental music also needs to wait for the editing. The theme song is done, though; all that's left is to create variations based on it.

"My Motherland", "Me and My Motherland", "Ode to Heroes"

Having just performed such a piece at the White House, it's somewhat impolite to then use it as background music for a film of the same subject.

But it's suitable.

After all, when it comes to art, suitability and artistic conception are more important.

Politeness should take a backseat.

Just before Li Can was thinking about how to cause trouble, before the plane even landed in Vienna, CCTV's news coverage of the visit began in real time.

Meanwhile, news about this topic quickly rose to the top of the trending searches in China.

The news report was very objective and comprehensive.

"During this friendly visit, the two leaders held cordial talks and hosted a banquet for more than 200 people from all walks of life in both countries. During the banquet, four artists from the Lighthouse, as well as Mr. Li Can, a famous Chinese music artist, presented a wonderful performance for everyone."

The scene then cuts to a clip of Li Can playing a piano piece.

After all, he was the only son, and no one else was assigned scenes to him.

The voice-over is summarizing.

The statement reads: "Art serves as a bridge connecting the people of both countries."

After a 4.7-second broadcast, the screen immediately switched to the next category, namely some collaborative projects among enterprises.

However, it still caused quite a stir in the art world and the entertainment and internet sectors.

Wait, Li Can is on the news again?

[They quietly pulled off a big one]

Here's a joke: A game developer who loves playing the drums went to the White House to play the piano.

[Damn, I had no idea Li Can was a pianist!]

[@Devil Power Official Account: Lee Chan, come out here! You made a new song but haven't released it, huh?!]

(End of this chapter)