Chapter 901: Learning Guzheng
His fingers deftly plucked the flute, and the melodious sound of the flute floated throughout the room, giving people a peaceful and profound feeling.
Zhen Yan stood at the door and coughed lightly. Shen Muchen looked up when he heard the sound and saw her coming.
He smiled slightly, stopped playing, stood up and walked towards Zhen Yan.
"Hello, Miss Zhen. I'm Shen Muchen, nice to meet you." Shen Muchen's voice was gentle and magnetic, making people feel very comfortable listening to it.
"Hello, Emperor Shen, I've long heard of you."
There was a subtle excitement in Zhen Yan's answer. After all, the person standing in front of her was a highly regarded and talented actor in the film and television industry, and one of her idols.
When Shen Muchen heard this, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, followed by a warmer smile.
"Miss Zhen, you're too polite. I remember you've won a few Best Actress awards. If you don't mind, just call me by my name."
The atmosphere between the two became more and more harmonious, as if an invisible tacit understanding was quietly growing.
Shen Muchen invited Zhen Yan to sit down and personally made her a cup of fragrant tea. The two continued to talk in this tranquility and the fragrance of tea.
“In fact, I have always admired your work. Whether it is the gentle and charming character in ancient costume dramas or the independent and tough character in modern dramas, you can interpret them vividly.” Shen Muchen’s words were full of recognition and appreciation for Zhen Yan’s acting skills.
After hearing this, Zhen Yan's cheeks flushed slightly, and she responded modestly, "Mr. Shen, you're too kind. I still have a lot to learn. But your acting skills always touch people's hearts and are unforgettable."
While the two were talking, the teacher who taught them Guzheng and Xiao arrived.
Teacher Li is a musician who is over 50 years old but still energetic. He has profound attainments and unique insights in the performance of guzheng and xiao.
Teacher Li was dressed in an elegant robe, walking with steady steps, and his eyes revealed a peace and wisdom that had been accumulated over the years.
When Zhen Yan saw Teacher Li coming, she immediately stood up and greeted him politely, a little nervously, "Hello, Teacher Li. I'm Zhen Yan. Today is my first day here to learn the guzheng. Thank you for your guidance."
There was a subtle hint of excitement and anticipation in her voice.
Teacher Li smiled and nodded, looking at Zhen Yan gently, as if he could see through her inner anxiety and longing.
"Zhen Yan, welcome to our world of music. Don't worry, everyone starts from scratch. Today, we will begin by learning the most basic sitting posture, hand shape, and fingering."
As he spoke, Teacher Li slowly walked to the guzheng, gently tuned the strings, and produced a few clear and pleasant sounds.
"The guzheng is composed of the top panel, bottom panel, and pegs, while the strings are the key to conveying the emotions of the music." He explained while debugging, his tone calm and full of patience.
Zhen Yan was so engrossed in listening that she couldn't help but ask, "Teacher Li, what preparations do I need to make before I perform?"
"It's simple. First, make sure the guzheng is positioned appropriately for your height and playing style. This way, you can sit comfortably and play more naturally," Teacher Li replied with a smile, demonstrating a standard sitting position. "Like this: place your feet flat on the ground, lean forward slightly, and relax your hands naturally above the strings."
Shen Muchen watched from the side and interrupted at the right time: "I remember when I first learned to play the Xiao, I was also very nervous. But as long as you feel it with your heart, you will find that music is magical. It can make you forget all your worries."
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