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Chapter 279 The wind is howling, the horses are neighing, the Yellow River is roaring, the Yellow River is roaring!
To be honest, as an artist, Shen Ming'en has definitely performed on hundreds, if not thousands, of stages. In terms of "stage experience," he wouldn't dare say he's among the top in the Chinese entertainment industry, but he certainly has some...

Logically speaking, an artist of his caliber shouldn't be nervous performing on stage.

But for some reason, I'm feeling inexplicably nervous today...

Normally, I'm on stage all by myself, everyone listens to me sing, and I don't need to coordinate with anyone else. Even if there's a band, the band members just improvise and coordinate with me...

But today, it's a "chorus" type of performance, so he can't do whatever he wants; he has to "cooperate" with everyone.

Furthermore, the movement "Defend the Yellow River" in the Yellow River Cantata also includes a "recitation" section...

The "recitation" in "chorus" actually serves more to give the audience a stronger sense of immersion, and the source of the audience's immersion is the "sense of conviction" of the performers on stage.

Because recitation isn't music; it lacks rhythm and isn't easily accepted by everyone. If done poorly...

You know how awkward that is?

You have to make everyone feel your very serious "sense of conviction" so that others won't find you funny, won't laugh at you, and you won't "break your facade" because of it...

So, before going on stage, Shen Ming'en was backstage, reciting it over and over again:

"but!"

"Sons and daughters of the Chinese nation!"

"Who wants to be slaughtered like a pig or a sheep!"

"We must be determined to win, defend the Yellow River, defend North China, and defend the entire nation!"

Shen Ming'en has always had a sense of conviction. Back when he was competing against Furong Yuan'er in the "Peak Singer Challenge", the other side had all the sound, lighting, and stage design turned up, while he didn't even have any accompaniment. He still sang as usual...

However, it's still not easy to find that kind of feeling in more formal works.

And it was at this time...

“Ming En,”

Suddenly, a familiar voice came from beside him. Shen Ming'en turned his head and saw Chen Ning, the middle-aged band leader of the Dawn Orchestra, whose temples were slightly gray.

"Commander." Shen Ming'en raised his hand to greet the other party.

It's worth mentioning that Chen Ning was wearing a white women's suit for the performance today. Although she is over fifty, it must be said that Chen Ning has a really good figure. Her high breasts and hips have an exceptionally beautiful curve, and she is curvaceous. Although time has left some marks on her face, she takes good care of herself and is wearing makeup today. At first glance, she doesn't look over fifty at all. People would believe that she is only in her early thirties.

Most importantly, it's her temperament. Dean Chen Ning has an innate artistic aura. You can tell from her that she is very intellectual and elegant.

Lifting her bodycon skirt, Chen Ning sat down next to Shen Ming'en and asked with a smile, "Is this your first time officially participating in this kind of performance?"

"Hmm." Shen Ming'en nodded. "This really is my first time."

"Don't overthink it," Chen Ning said with a smile, as if she could see some of Shen Ming'en's worries. "During the actual performance, when the stage is set up, the camera and the audience's attention will be evenly focused on everyone. Although you are the lead singer and are standing in the center, no one will keep staring at your flaws..."

"Besides, you are already very outstanding."

"I'm not worried about singing..." Shen Ming'en scratched his head and laughed.

Actually, he is confident in his singing skills. Besides, for "chorus" type songs, especially works like "Yellow River Cantata: Defend the Yellow River" which are stirring and wave after wave, his personal voice is not particularly outstanding. As long as he doesn't make any mistakes, there shouldn't be any major problems.

If a mistake is made, it's like one bad apple spoiling the whole bunch.

"Are you worried about the recitation segment?" Chen Ning asked bluntly.

Shen Ming'en didn't try to hide anything. In fact, this song is different from all the songs he has performed before. There are some "meanings" in this song that only he knows and no one else knows...

This song was probably born during one of the most difficult years, when the people attempted to divide our country in two using the Yellow River as the boundary. The creator's original intention in creating this work was to awaken the fighting spirit of the nation, and its influence is very profound. It should not be taken lightly.

Chen Ning smiled slightly after hearing this, not intending to mock Shen Ming'en at all. She couldn't offer Shen Ming'en much emotional support, but she could at least offer some advice from a "professional" perspective...

Recitation in choral singing usually requires balancing the precision of language expression with overall artistic harmony. In addition to accurately grasping the emotions and rhythm in coordination with the orchestra, it also involves the volume, timbre, breath stability, emphasis, pauses, intonation, as well as posture, demeanor, eye contact, and movements during the performance...

These are all very particular.

It was precisely because he had absolutely no experience and couldn't just spout off that Shen Ming'en was so unsure of himself.

However, after listening to Chen Ning share some of the experiences of other seniors, he relaxed a little and smiled:

"I'd better do fewer of these kinds of performances in my life..."

It's okay to mess up the performance, but don't ruin a classic.

Chen Ning chuckled. The two of them had a brief chat backstage before the performance. Perhaps to help Shen Ming'en relax, Chen Ning talked to him about everyday things...

But the question asked... for some reason, Shen Ming'en felt it was somewhat private.

No, it's just too damn private!
She immediately asked, "When are you planning to get married to Ah Li?"

"what?"

Shen Ming'en was taken aback by the question.

Actually, Shen Ming'en wasn't the kind of person who was oblivious. He could tell that Yao Shuli and this Ms. Chen Ning had an unusual relationship, and he had made some guesses in his mind...

But I still didn't expect Chen Ning to ask such a private question right away.

And...

Her way of addressing Yao Shuli was a little too intimate.

It should be noted that, apart from Shen Ming'en, the only other person who would address Yao Shuli in this way is her father, Yao Changyu.

Seeing Shen Mingen's dazed look, and not knowing whether she was afraid he was overthinking it or not, Chen Ning remained calm and asked again, "Don't overthink it, I'm just preparing red envelopes for you in advance."

“This…” Shen Ming’en scratched his head, not really knowing how to answer.

And it was at this time...

"Ta-ta..."

Suddenly, footsteps sounded from not far away.

Out of the corner of Shen Ming'en's eye, he clearly saw a middle-aged man in a theatrical costume walking slowly towards him with his hands behind his back.

Shen Ming'en was slightly taken aback when he saw the latter. He knew that his father-in-law usually didn't interact with him unless he had nothing to do. He always acted like a stranger, as if seeing him was a disservice to him...

Why did you suddenly come here today with nothing better to do?
Yes, that's right. He was definitely coming for Shen Ming'en, without any attempt to hide it.

Perhaps noticing that Shen Ming'en was looking away, Chen Ning, who was sitting next to Shen Ming'en, also shifted her gaze.

It wouldn't have mattered if she hadn't looked, but when she saw Yao Changyu, Chen Ning's gentle smile instantly froze...

Then Shen Ming'en felt that Chen Ning, the usually quiet and gentle regimental commander beside him, seemed to give his father-in-law a cold glare... To be honest, the scene was a bit funny at that moment...

"that……"

When Yao Changyu approached Shen Ming'en, he raised his hand, seemingly intending to speak to Chen Ning.

But before he could finish a sentence, Chen Ning, who was standing next to Shen Ming'en, suddenly stood up and said to Shen Ming'en, "I have some things to do. See you on stage later, Ming'en."

After saying that, she nodded to Shen Ming'en, turned around and walked in the opposite direction from Yao Changyu.

I didn’t even bring my head back.

Shen Ming'en's father-in-law, Yao Changyu, froze in mid-air, unable to put his hand down.

Shen Ming'en: "???"

That scene completely stunned Hajin!
Ber... what's going on between them?

What the hell is this relationship?

This is a bit... not quite right, it's a bit intriguing!
what the hell!

Chen Ning left, but Yao Changyu was still standing there awkwardly with his hand outstretched. Shen Ming'en watched that scene unfold...

"puff……"

I inexplicably felt like howling.

Who would have thought that Uncle Yao would have such an embarrassing moment?

Harden, you've finally met your match!

Yao Changyu: "(╬￣ Pan￣)"

The obnoxious Shen Mingen really infuriated Yao Changyu. It must be said, Yao Changyu was a Peking Opera master after all; even when angry, he maintained a certain style. Because he was wearing a Peking Opera robe, and seemingly intending to persuade Chen Ning to stay, Yao Changyu's hand was still raised in mid-air. Seeing Shen Mingen's obnoxious behavior, he simply snorted coldly, flicked his sleeve sharply, and vividly demonstrated to Shen Mingen what it meant to "turn away in a huff"!
The scene was absolutely hilarious!

Shen Ming'en thus made up his mind that he would definitely ask Yao Shuli, Dean Chen Ning, about her relationship with her father when he got back.

Now...

I still have to keep busy with performances.

……

“*&%￥#@…”

Inside the theater.

The stage for the performance has been set up, and the audience below the stage is entering one after another. As the flow of people increases, the noise of discussion is also endless.

To be honest, it's really good to be rich. Those big investors are willing to spend money, which has made Shen Ming'en and the Morning Light Band's "duet" performance not only very popular in China, but also highly anticipated by many foreigners abroad.

It's worth noting that pianists and singers may not be very popular in China, but they hold a very high status abroad!
Many things in China are different from those abroad. How high is the status of workers and chefs abroad? Do you think I'm joking with you?
To be honest, there are a lot of overseas Chinese in the area. It felt like more than half of the performers today were either Liu Zi Ge or local overseas Chinese...

It's easy to tell them apart. After all, this time it's not like the time in Xiao Rizi. Back then, everyone was Asian, and their physical characteristics were all similar. This time it's in Da Piao Liang, where most of the people are white. The difference between white people and us is obvious at a glance.

Since it was a performance promoting ethnic culture, everyone in the troupe put in their best effort to give the foreigners a little bit of Chinese-style shock. As a result, the performance was very energetic, which led to the good results of the previous performances.

Even so, and even though the audience was very accepting of the performances of the other cast and crew members and gave them a standing ovation, the performance that everyone was most concerned about was probably Shen Ming'en and the Morning Light Band.

Domestically, in the online live stream broadcast simultaneously by CCTV, the comment section was basically filled with:
[Shen Ming'en, Shen Ming'en, I want to see Shen Ming'en!]

[Haven't we reached Harkin yet?]

[This kid's been holding back for so many days, not even announcing the program list, maybe he's got something big planned!]

[Oh, be careful, it might be a big one!]

With such extensive promotion, I'm worried the quality might suffer. I don't think he'll be performing any good choral works...

……

It has to be said that Shen Mingen and the Morning Light Band's "duet" performance was really popular. Because of the effective pre-event promotion, more than 3 million people were online at the same time in the live broadcast room!

Such exaggerated trees, in such "public view"!
If Shen Ming'en's performance has any problems, or if the quality of his work is even slightly subpar, he will definitely be criticized and attacked behind his back!
These people are scrutinizing Shen Ming'en with a magnifying glass!
And so, under such intense public scrutiny...

The host on stage finally picked up the microphone and officially announced:
"Next, please welcome Shen Ming'en and the Morning Light Orchestra to perform: The Yellow River Cantata: Defend the Yellow River!"

The words fell...

"Oh!!!"

"Whoa!!!"

The cheers from the audience were the loudest they'd heard since the start of the show!

The number of viewers for the live stream in China also surged, jumping from 3 small goals to 5 small goals!

Under these circumstances, Shen Ming'en, along with the members of the "Dawn Orchestra," walked onto the stage and took their places with the symphony orchestra!

When all the cast and crew were in place...

"..."

The scene gradually became quiet.

Everyone knew that the performance was about to begin.

Under those circumstances, Shen Ming'en took a deep breath, exchanged a glance with the band teacher and conductor, his eyes resolute as if he had joined the Party, and, accompanied by the violin teacher's music, he loudly and confidently recited:
"but!"

"Sons and daughters of the Chinese nation!"

"Who wants to be slaughtered like a pig or a sheep!"

"We must be determined to win, defend the Yellow River, defend North China, and defend the entire nation!"

Choral performances usually don't have individual microphones, but even so, Shen Ming'en's extremely emotional voice immediately resonated throughout the entire studio!

And in the very next moment!
The entire choir sang together:
"The wind is howling!"

"The horse is neighing!"

"The Yellow River is roaring! The Yellow River is roaring!"

……

(End of this chapter)