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Chapter 1035
“However, these music genres emerged only around the 19th to 20th century. We’ve mastered these genres, and
that’s something to be proud of, but what are we going to tell the public when classical music is being put forward?”
Ryleigh chuckled. “Classical music has been primarily a written tradition since at least the 9th century, spawning a
sophisticated notational system ever since. The earliest extant music manuscripts are said to date from the
Carolingian Empire that flourished during that era. The Fradianites popularized such symphonies in the 12th
century. They stood the test of time during the Renaissance period that took place from the 14th to 17th century
and evolved throughout the whole history of humanity.
“It’s famous for its high emotional penetration and its pompous, majestic harmonies that give a symphony its
dynamics. You’ll run into a gentle caress among waves of rigidity and sometimes a harsh punch in the face among
the soft embrace of the symphony. So, you can argue that a soloist can do that too. But tell me now, can a soloist
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtcompare him or herself to the might of an orchestra?”
One of the solo instruments department students froze instantly and shook his head anxiously.
Ryleigh laughed out loud. “So, there you have it. Classical music is almost 1,000 years older than modern music, so
why should the music that we dedicate our lives to be looked down upon?”
Ryleigh then jumped off the stage and walked toward the two instructors.” Subjectively speaking, the reason
modern music, the genres that you people study in the academy, has a better development when compared to
classical music is that it’s more pleasing according to the modern aesthetic. Thus, the truth is that your aesthetics
are cultivated under the nurture of modern music, so it’s only natural for you to think that classical music that we
play in the orchestra department is not your cup of tea.”
After a pause, Ryleigh poked her finger against the shoulder of one of the female instructors. “I won’t force every
single one of you to appreciate what we do in the orchestra department, but I also won’t allow you people to belittle
us!”
The female instructor swayed slightly as her expression turned agitated and her complexion paled. Even those
students standing around the instructors were dumbfounded, while the students of the orchestra department
applauded. It was only then that the applause pulled the female instructor back to her senses, and she dodged
Ryleigh’s finger. “What’s the use of you telling us this? Do you have the ability to get the academy to accept it? The
academy has always only focused on developing our department, so, Ms. Ryleigh Hill do you think you can change it
with just a few words?”
The female instructor stared at Ryleigh’s sulky face and sneered. “Now tell me, since when has our department lost
the opportunity to perform during all the important occasions? We’re not the only ones who think the orchestra is
lacking in the aesthetic department, Ryleigh Hill,” Ryleigh was about to say something when Louis appeared in the
corridor. “The highest achievement in music is the tolerance and respect one shows for other genres of music. If
you can’t even show basic respect toward other music genres, then don’t humiliate modern music and other
soloists in front of others.”
The female instructor’s expression looked embarrassed, and the arrogance that she had been emitting since the
beginning of the debate was suppressed instantly because of Louis’ appearance.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmThe students all nodded at him. “Mr. Lucas.”
Ryleigh looked at him and pouted. “Why are you here?” “I bear good news for the orchestra department.” He
stopped in front of Ryleigh. “For the shooting of the pilot film that will be submitted to the international summit, our
foreign investors have chosen the orchestra department to be in it.”
Ryleigh was surprised. “Huh?”
The expression of the two female instructors became more and more dissatisfied. “How could it be the orchestra
Louis glanced at them and asked indifferently, “Why can’t it be the orchestra department?”
They choked on their reply.
Louis looked cold and crossed his arms.” You might be blind, but it doesn’t mean that others are blind too.
Moreover, you’re not someone who can represent modern music when it comes to commenting on classical music.
In short, you’re not qualified enough to do that.”
The two female instructors did not dare to say anything, so they could only leave the scene after the defeat.
Ryleigh frowned and stuck out her tongue behind their backs. Louis raised his hand, pinched the back of her neck,
and pulled her into his arms as she amused him.” What are you proud of?”
She turned around and said in a muffled voice. “They sounded more arrogant than I am now, so why can’t I be
proud?”
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