Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 252 Who is Better?

Hattie's zither performances are undeniably enjoyable.

Nonetheless, as previously noted by Darwin, her playing lacks a sense of connection between herself and the music. Her emphasis seems to be solely on demonstrating her technical prowess, resulting in a noticeable absence of emotion. A zither piece without emotion is dry.

The technique is crucial, but achieving top-tier musical tones also requires time for maturation and refinement. Many aspects are perceptible to listeners attuned to music.

The music concluded.

Darwin applauded, "Well done, Miss. Your dedication to zither practice is evident. Yet, I can only award you eight points."

Hattie's expression darkened, her gaze intense.

"Why?" she inquired.

Darwin responded, "I've already explained my reasons earlier. I prefer not to repeat myself."

"Violeta, please."

While Hattie was performing on the zither moments ago, Violeta had already applied her finger picks.

She offered the owner a slight smile, saying, "Okay."

Then, she cast her eyes down to the strings, mentally tracing the musical score. Her initial notes mirrored Hattie's exactly.

However, as the piece progressed into its middle section, distinctions began to emerge.

Hattie's rendition of "Beyond the Ridge" lacked depth in its complex emotional shifts.

However, Violeta's performance highlighted the emotional changes within the music and contrasts in dynamics when plucking the strings.

As Darwin listened, his satisfaction grew steadily.

The primary distinction between Violeta and Hattie lies herein.

possessed impeccable skills, the divergence lay in

Hattie struggled to discern what made Violeta's performance stand

aback by Violeta's ability to play the zither. However, apart from that, she didn't find Violeta's performance

The music concluded.

clapped beside them,

performance

You have a deep understanding of this piece. It's remarkable to see someone your age play with such skill. "I'm

Hattie was taken aback.

chair and exclaimed, "Why? Where do Violeta and I differ in the completeness

Darwin sighed, "Emotion."

"When Violeta plays, the piece showcases emotional changes and stark contrasts in string plucking. Hattie, that's where the gap lies between you two." Hattie

Indeed, she was perplexed.

her and

The distinction lay in the amount of time Violeta had

insisted on awarding Violeta a perfect ten score, leaving Hattie no room

Hattie had 16 points, whereas Violeta scored a perfect

not to contest the decision at

couldn't believe it. Could Violeta really

to flip through the music

"Next song, 'Dahlia Lullaby""

"Let

"Sure."

She began to play.

"Dahlia Lullaby" painted a picture of graceful and vibrant dahlia

a perfect score for her technical

piece concluded, the

"Amazing performance!"

"Indeed, so bea

in playing the

experienced a sense of satisfaction upon hearing the compliments from the

quick look