Chapter 136 Lin Zihuai's Rival
It was just a small competition, a casual test of talent, a way for the two of them to learn from each other.
But the scene before us... is really a bit exaggerated!
Everyone gathered in the largest performance hall of the art troupe, and almost all of them were present. There were people from the art troupe, people from the military compound, and even people from the army.
The stage effects were also very good, with no expense spared in terms of lighting, equipment, or sound.
Sitting in the main seats and watching were not only the leaders of the art troupe, but also two officers from the army. They all said they happened to pass by, but in fact they were there to watch the fun.
When the time came, everyone fell silent.
Bai Ling was the first to go on stage, bowed slightly to the audience, with a bright smile on her face, "Dear comrades, hello! Today, we are gathered here to welcome this meaningful talent competition. We uphold the principle of 'competition second, friendship first', and hope that through this exchange and learning, we can enhance each other's skills and deepen our friendship."
The audience responded with warm applause.
Bai Ling paused for a moment, waited for the applause to die down, and continued: "Let us look forward to the performances of the two contestants. Next, please welcome the first contestant, Comrade Mu Youwei from the Northern Theater Air Force Flag Art Troupe. Let's welcome him with applause!"
As soon as he finished speaking, there was another round of applause from the audience.
Bai Ling stepped aside.
Mu Youwei walked towards the center of the stage with an upright posture and steady steps.
He was wearing a neat air force uniform, and the military medal on his chest shone brightly under the light, highlighting his past glory and extraordinary resume.
After he stood still, he neatly took off his military cap, tucked it in his arm, and then gave a standard military salute to the audience. His movements were vigorous and powerful, causing many people in the audience to murmur in admiration.
After the ceremony, he put down his military cap, picked up the accordion beside him and began to play.
A song "Katyusha" with brisk rhythm and powerful melody sounded in the hall.
This is a classic song from Country S during World War II and is quite famous internationally.
The style of the music is very suitable for accordion performance, and the rhythm it displays is quite infectious.
A faint smile flashed across Lin Anan's lips as she listened attentively.
Sure enough, Mu Youwei is Mu Youwei. Although he seemed unintentional, he had made sufficient preparations everywhere, even though his opponent was just a newcomer like Lin Zihuai.
From the clothes he wore to his military medals, from the musical instruments to the song selection, he wanted to crush Lin Zihuai without showing any mercy.
Lin Anan tilted her head and took in the gazes of the people around her.
Tang Jingqiao was holding her head high at this time, with an extremely proud expression on her face.
Lu Qing and several directors of the art troupe had complicated expressions, including admiration, surprise, and unconcealable disappointment.
The other members of the art troupe also showed different reactions. Some stared at the stage intently with admiration in their eyes, while others opened their mouths slightly, looking deeply shocked...
Lin Anan withdrew her gaze and looked at Mu Youwei again. Not only was she not angry, she was also very satisfied.
Having him be Lin Zihuai's opponent can give Lin Zihuai the greatest motivation. People can only release their greatest instincts under great pressure!
It's like a tiger is chasing you from behind, so everyone runs faster than usual.
At this time, Lin Zihuai was standing quietly behind the curtain on one side of the stage.
He looked through the gap at Mu Youwei, who was shining brightly on the stage. He secretly clenched his fists, and his eyes became more determined.
He knew the importance of this competition, not only for his personal honor, but also for the art troupe and hope...
As the last note of "Katyusha" fell, Mu Youwei slowly put down his accordion and once again saluted the audience with a standard military salute. The audience applauded loudly and cheered one after another.
With a smile on his face, he steadily retreated to the side of the stage, his eyes intentionally or unintentionally sweeping in the direction of Lin Zihuai, with his usual arrogance in his eyes.
"Next, please welcome Comrade Lin Zihuai from the Northwest Theater Army Avant-garde Art Troupe. Please welcome him with applause!"
After he finished speaking, applause broke out from the audience again, even louder than before.
Lin Zihuai raised his head slightly, took a deep breath, and walked onto the stage with firm and steady steps.
The moment Lin Zihuai appeared on the stage, everyone's attention was instantly attracted to him.
This look, this posture, this dress...
Not to mention other audiences, even Lu Qing and the others' eyes lit up!
Lu Qing said a long time ago that the Lin siblings had a good stage presence, with two people on and off the stage.
Just like Lin Zihuai at this moment, he no longer considered his words and actions, but was proud and noble from the bottom of his heart...
Lin Zihuai first bowed politely to the audience, with a smile on his face, looking calm and steady.
He picked up the accordion, adjusted it to the appropriate position, pressed the keys skillfully with his left hand, gently held the bellows handle with his right hand, lowered his eyes slightly, pulled the bellows, and an extremely beautiful melody sounded.
This is the first time that "Moon in the Gobi Desert" is shown to the public, and it is a style of music that no one has ever heard before.
The sound of the piano is soothing and melodious, like moonlight gently shining on the quiet Gobi Desert, outlining the contours of the undulating sand dunes, making people immersed in the vast and mysterious artistic conception.
As the melody progresses, the rhythm is like sand flying in the sky or the sound of camel bells. The caravan moves forward in hardship, showing the tenacious struggle of life in harsh environment.
At the climax, the sound of the piano becomes deeper and deeper, as if at dawn, the sun rises from the end of the Gobi Desert, shining brightly, bringing hope and vitality to this barren land.
The audiences were listening attentively, the leaders of the art troupe had eyes full of surprise and approval, and the military officers couldn't help but nod their heads.
Chu Mingzhou arrived at some point, sat next to Lin Anan, and gently held her hand.
Lin Anan was shocked!
When she turned around and saw that it was him, she immediately turned back and gestured to keep quiet.
After listening to the song, Lin Anan felt relieved.
Lin Zihuai has already proved himself with his strength. He is very good. At least he managed to take on such a powerful opponent.
After the performance, Lin Zihuai saluted again.
"Good!" A cheer suddenly rang out, breaking the brief silence.
It turned out to be Chu Mingzhou.
A person who is usually so calm and self-sustaining actually made a conspicuous bag just to cheer Lin Zihuai up...
Immediately afterwards, the applause was like a surging wave, one after another, almost overturning the ceiling of the entire performance hall.
Lin Zihuai's cheeks flushed slightly with excitement. He looked down at the stage and his eyes met Lin Anan's. He saw his sister's eyes full of satisfaction and pride.
She saw Chu Mingzhou beside her again, her brother-in-law... his eyes were full of encouragement.
There are also my aunt, Xiaolan, Xiaoyu...
Tang Jingqiao stood aside, her face turning pale and blue, her original smug expression long gone.
She never expected that Lin Zihuai, the "newcomer" in her eyes, could have such an amazing performance.
How is that possible?
Why!
Mu Youwei's face didn't look good either. He pursed his lips, with surprise in his eyes. He clenched his fists secretly, but still forced a smile. He walked up to Lin Zihuai and said "wonderful", but the tone was somewhat stiff.
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