Producer System: My Girlfriend is a Cellist
Chapter 225 - 188: The Legendary 18-Year-Old Genius Composer (Third Update) (Vote for Monthly Pass)

Chapter 225: Chapter 188: The Legendary 18-Year-Old Genius Composer (Third Update) (Vote for Monthly Pass)

Time rewinds to two days ago.

After Nannali left, two hours of practice finally made Lin Tian give up on "Ode to Love" and start to ponder a new composition.

Among the many pieces of "Moonlight and Cat", Lin Tian selected again and again, but couldn’t find the right one, always feeling something was lacking.

Eventually, he tentatively asked Gan Yanyu,

"If I were to write a new piece, would it be possible..."

"Of course."

Gan Yanyu immediately stood up, hands cupped excitedly as she spoke,

"A new piece? No problem, I can learn it!"

"....."

That’s just so typical of Gan Yanyu.

She clearly knows for herself how crucial the competition the day after tomorrow is, and how careful one should be in selecting a piece.

The idea to switch pieces because "Ode to Love" wasn’t suitable was even suggested by her.

And yet, the moment she heard about a new piece, she couldn’t contain her excitement.

"You can start writing, and we’ll know if we can perform it at the competition after I’ve learned it. I won’t force it."

Gan Yanyu came to sit beside Lin Tian by his piano, looking at him.

Her tone carried a hint of coquetry.

In her eyes, there seemed to be a sparkle.

All that was missing was for her to say phrases like "pretty please" and "is that okay?"

With no choice left, Lin Tian could only nod.

This semifinal stage.

After serious consideration, Lin Tian didn’t want to create a piece that would shake heaven and earth or move ghosts to tears.

Simple and unpretentious would be fine.

With a piece full of harmony and warmth, to showcase the full extent of his and Gan Yanyu’s abilities.

That would surely win over everything!

That was Lin Tian’s thought.

Moreover, he felt that.

The reason Tuoba Shang was so infuriated by "One Step Away" that day, was partly because the piece was a bit too forceful.

The emotions were too high, almost turning the competition venue into a private ball for two.

That old man Tuoba’s temper would certainly flare up.

Given that, he would use a piece with stable emotions, the purest music, to make you utterly convinced!

Finally,

Lin Tian wrote down the name of the piece on the manuscript paper— "Canon in D Major".

——

The term "Canon" is not a specific composition but a type of musical form or "rule".

Originating in 16th-century Europe, it is a certain form of counterpoint, where the melody is repeated at different pitches in various voices. The most common form sees the melody alternating between two or more parts, creating a woven polyphonic effect.

Many great musicians throughout history have composed canons, but the most familiar and enduring version that people commonly hear today is the "Canon in D Major" created by German composer Johann Pachelbel around the 1680s.

And that is the very piece.

That Lin Tian and Gan Yanyu are performing at this moment.

"....."

"What a beautiful piece!"

At this moment, inside the resting room.

Mao Junfeng hugged his arms, as if enveloped in a comfortable embrace, his face showing a look of enjoyment,

"The pinnacle of elegance, the pinnacle of fluidity, the pinnacle of harmony... My god, to bring such a piece to the stage for the first time at such an event!"

Beside him, Mao Junfeng’s accompanist, who was carrying a violin on his back, couldn’t help but get excited as well, exclaiming:

"How have I never heard it before?! Which composer wrote this?!"

"....."

"Moonlight and Cat."

A voice came from the corner, Yun Qiuxiu’s voice.

She spoke faintly,

"The latest work released by Moonlight and Cat on the platform on the night before last."

"The work from the night before last... they learned it so quickly, to bring it to the competition today??!"

Mao Junfeng said incredulously.

The melody of this piece, just by listening, is not too difficult to play solo; a beginner cellist, with some effort, might learn it in a few days.

However, for a deeper ensemble performance, to show such expression, it would be difficult to achieve in just a day’s time.

As a contestant who often uses multiple instruments in his ensemble, Mao Junfeng was all too aware of just how terrifying the effect the two were now displaying.

He turned his gaze back to the big screen.

"Is...Is this something a normal person can achieve?"

...

With the intertwining and spinning of the piano and cello,

The gentle sound of the instruments carried a fresh, tranquil, and warm feeling that, before one knew it, had induced a sense of relaxation.

For a moment, the entire auditorium was enveloped in this music.

Many faces in the audience revealed a serene and beautiful expression, seemingly quite content.

"What a well-composed piece, it’s so well written!!"

He Shumo exclaimed earnestly, "The use of counterpoint with multiple voices creates a rich harmonic effect, adding depth to the music. Then the melody repeats in different voices, but each time accompanied by new harmonies, it’s a familiar yet novel sensation. Truly a clever composition!"

"Just the other day, this piece was composed and posted online, yet Lin Tian and Gan Yanyu have played it to such a level..."

He Shumo turned his head to look at Yao Han,

"As a pianist, tell me, what level does Lin Tian’s performance reach?"

"His skill indeed warrants scrutiny, to be able to play a newly created, completely unfamiliar piece to this standard..."

Yao Han, stroking his chin, said with a smile,

"Anyway, it’s impossible."

"Impossible?"

"Yes, from my perspective as a pianist, I think it’s absolutely impossible, and from what I understand of his previous level, he doesn’t seem to be able to do it either."

"So—"

"The only possibility is that this piece was in his mind much earlier."

"How could that be, wasn’t it just released..."

"..."

Yao Han smiled without saying a word.

He Shumo suddenly realized, "Are you saying....."

"Shh."

Yao Han stopped He Shumo’s speech,

And looked back at the stage.

Yao Han’s gaze became even more excited.

Moonlight... in person?

The online rumors are indeed true.

Other older judges didn’t care much for these online comments, but Yao Han paid close attention.

The genius composer who also created "Ode to Love", "Kangkang Dance", and a host of other music...

Legend had it, he was only 18, still a high school student.

And also, he possessed piano skills not inferior to a professional pianist.

Lin Tian, is this "D Major Canon" also your new work?

Yao Han couldn’t help but bounce his leg.

He knew,

He hadn’t misread the person!

This unassuming, inconspicuous, often-overlooked accompanying Lin Tian.

Would be the biggest surprise of this Yingqin Cup semi-finals!

It’s about time, right?

Yao Han looked at Tuoba Jianhui beside him.

This guy, even upon hearing such beautiful music, still carried an air of arrogance.

Yao Han knew, he was waiting.

Waiting for that girl, waiting for Gan Yanyu, waiting for the moment she entered her zone and the moment she slipped up.

Then, he would sigh helplessly, shake his head, and eliminate her completely.

Old man!

What do you know about art?!

Such a good piece, why must you make it hard for everyone?!

Even the most magnificent performance would be spoiled by such a stiff, unromantic old man!

Yao Han looked at Lin Tian, his eyes nearly bursting with veins.

This kid, he can do it, right?

Next, protect Gan Yanyu with your piano.

Let this old man, let all these judges see...

The most beautiful rendition of the "D Major Canon"!