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.

impeccable skills, the divergence

Hattie struggled to discern what made

aback by Violeta's ability to play the zither. However, apart from that,

The music concluded.

enthusiastically clapped beside them, "Clap clap

performance was

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

Hattie was taken aback.

chair and exclaimed, "Why? Where do Violeta and

Darwin sighed, "Emotion."

emotional changes and stark contrasts in string plucking. Hattie,

Indeed, she was perplexed.

key difference between her and Violeta

distinction lay in the amount of

Darwin insisted on awarding Violeta a perfect

total, Hattie had 16 points,

higher score compared to Violeta, Hattie chose not to contest

believe it. Could Violeta really play better than

continued to flip through the music

"Next song, 'Dahlia Lullaby""

insisted, "Let me go

"Sure."

She began to play.

graceful and vibrant dahlia flowers swaying in the

still earned a perfect score

the piece concluded, the onlookers

"Amazing performance!"

"Indeed, so bea

playing

a sense of satisfaction upon hearing the compliments from the

a quick look towards