Chapter 355 The Last Mentor(1/2)
"Professor, I'm missing you now. As long as you come, I can give you any conditions."
Fang Xing visited Chen Chaonan, PhD supervisor of Dongyin, for the third time, hoping to invite him to join "The Voice of China" as a tutor.
"I told you not to come last time, so you only visited the thatched cottage three times, which can be regarded as setting me up."
Chen Chaonan sighed, not knowing how to refuse.
In fact.
When Fang Xing was preparing for "The Voice of China", one of the first mentors that came to mind was Chen Chaonan.
Chen Chaonan is a doctoral supervisor at Dongyin, and also served as a mentor in the season of "Tomorrow's Star" in which Fang Xing participated.
In other words, Chen Chaonan can be regarded as Fang Xing's mentor.
The two later collaborated on "The Rolling Yangtze River Passing East" on "Song". The majestic baritone and equally famous symphony of horns shocked audiences across the country.
When considering the production of "The Voice of China", the program team composed of Ark Culture and Feifan Entertainment met to discuss the candidate for the mentor.
In fact.
For this type of music talent show, the instructors have a mature template.
First of all, among the four mentors, it is best to have both men and women.
Qi Xiuna is the female mentor in the template.
Huang Anhua is the king of the Hong Kong Lottery, attracting audiences in the Hong Kong area.
Among the entire tutor lineup, there is still one tutor with enough professionalism to improve the professional level of the program.
Therefore, the first thing that Fang Xing thought of was Chen Chaonan.
However, Chen Chaonan is a doctoral supervisor in Dongyin and a serious university professor. To participate in the show, he needs to apply to the school.
Moreover, as a PhD supervisor at Dongyin, I am not suitable for participating in too many entertainment programs.
So at the beginning, Chen Chaonan refused.
However, Fang Xing didn't give up. If it didn't work once, he would do it twice; if it didn't work twice, he would do it three times.
The two of them originally had a teacher-student relationship, and even if Chen Chaonan repeatedly refused, it would not affect their relationship.
"You, you promised to take the Dongyin graduate school exam last time. It's been almost three years, and I haven't seen you back." Chen Chaonan began to scold Fang Xing.
Three years ago, on "Tomorrow's Star", Chen Chaonan discovered that Fang Xing had a solid vocal foundation and became interested in talent. At that time, he made various explicit instructions on the show that Fang Xing would take the postgraduate entrance examination of Dongyin.
Fang Xing politely agreed at that time, saying that he would definitely go back to his alma mater to further his studies if he had the chance.
However, after debuting, too many things happened and I never had a chance.
So the matter was shelved.
Since then, Chen Chaonan has not mentioned it again.
Because he often sees Fang Xing on TV programs, he will be pleasantly surprised every time he listens to Fang Xing's singing.
Since "Tomorrow's Star", Fang Xing's vocal skills have been improving and becoming more and more solid.
This kind of speed of progress cannot be achieved by many graduate students in the vocal music department studying at Dongyin University.
Therefore, Chen Chaonan knew that Fang Xing did not train his vocals when he was in the entertainment industry, but he made rapid progress.
Vocal training does not have to be done in school. As long as you persist, you will definitely achieve something.
Chen Chaonan watched Fang Xing step by step from the slightly green but promising newcomer in the "Star of Tomorrow" era to the quasi-master level he is now.
In his mind, he rated Fang Xing as being at a quasi-master level, but in fact his singing level was no different from that of many master-level singers.
It's just that Fang Xing is too young and we need to leave some room for young people to improve.
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When Fang Xing heard Chen Chaonan mentioning going to graduate school, he laughed and scratched the back of his head.
In fact, Fang Xing is not against going to graduate school. If he has free time in the future, he can indeed go back to his alma mater to relive his school days.
There are many opponents of Ark Culture now, and we cannot relax yet.
So I can only make a joke and cover up the matter.
Chen Chaonan didn't say anything when he saw it. He shook his head and smiled, and said: "You have already found Huang Anhua and Qi Xiuna as your mentors. The mentor lineup is already strong enough. You shouldn't need me anymore."
"Yes, without you, the professionalism of the program will be at least compromised. Moreover, when they select students, they will definitely be more inclined to pop music..."
Fang Xing began to explain the real purpose of inviting him: "Nowadays music auditions are like this, basically only pop music can be selected.
"Music should not only be pop music. If you come, you can try to find a balance between more music types and pop music."
Chen Chaonan was not interested at first because he felt that an entertainment program did not allow him to see his role as a mentor.
He still hopes to pursue something in the music field, rather than just participating in an entertainment talent show.
Now, Fang Xing mentioned "looking for a balance between more music types and pop music."
This topic becomes interesting.
The current music scene is indeed dominated by pop music.
For ethnic music, even if you participate in music competitions, it is difficult to advance.
As a doctoral supervisor in Dongyin, trying to make folk music popular is a very challenging subject.
"Are you sure your program has room for ethnic music to survive?" Chen Chaonan was not sure.
After all, the goal of "The Voice of China" is obviously to be broadcast on stars.
Since it is going to be broadcast on stars, the ratings must be the first priority. Whatever programs the audience likes to watch must be produced into programs.
Therefore, Chen Chaonan was not sure whether what Fang Xing said just now was to deceive him.
Fang Xing showed a smile on his face and said, "Professor, have you read the program introduction I sent you?"
"I've seen it." Chen Chaonan nodded.
"In our program, the contestants go on stage to sing, and the instructor listens in the audience with his back to the contestants. If he thinks the contestants' singing is beautiful, he turns around and chooses students..."
Fang Xing briefly explained the program’s format: “In other words, the instructor’s personal preferences are very important.
"Anhua Wong was the king of Hong Kong music in the golden era. He should be more inclined to the pop music of that era, as well as some Cantonese songs.
"Qi Xiuna prefers Chinese pop music.
"Then there are no candidates for ethnic music. Don't professors want to give these diverse music types a chance?"
When Chen Chaonan heard this, he finally felt a little moved.
When he chooses to participate in a program, he hopes to bring some positive effects to the program, rather than just participating in an entertainment program.
Now, "The Voice of China" has given him the meaning of participating in the show.
Fang Xing continued: "I know it's very difficult to compete between national music and pop music. But that's what's challenging, isn't it?
"Moreover, the program will be divided into four groups. Now after the champions are determined within the groups, the final competition will take place.
"So, in the end, the best student in each instructor group will represent the team."
After Chen Chaonan thought carefully, he asked: "Is it the instructor's own decision to choose what kind of students?"
"Of course, it's entirely up to the instructor." Fang Xing answered affirmatively.
"Please leave me a copy of the detailed process of the program. I will give you a reply tomorrow after watching it." Chen Chaonan did not agree immediately. He wanted to understand the program in depth before giving a reply.
"Okay." When Fang Xing heard him say this, he knew that he must be tempted.
Moreover, Fang Xing also believes that "The Voice of China" will satisfy him.
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The result was as Fang Xing expected. Chen Chaonan reported to the school the next day and officially joined "The Voice of China" as a tutor.
at the same time.
"Fashion Team" started to use Chen Wenhan and Xiao Lunsheng to gain popularity.
Since Xiao Lunsheng has appeared in several dramas with two male protagonists, and the dramas are very popular, he has worked with many male actors as co-stars.
Even if Xiao Lunsheng's team doesn't fire, fans will automatically form CP.
Moreover, the combination of the violin prince and the top-notch little fresh meat is indeed very lethal to many CP fans.
Although passers-by have no interest, it does not prevent the two people from always being on the hot search, and the discussion among fans is very hot.
and.
"Trendy Group" announced the format of some programs. The programs will be divided into dance classes, rap classes, vocal classes, and appearance classes.
Each instructor leads one class.
Moreover, "Trend Trend" began to use Chen Wenhan's violin expertise as a selling point, and vigorously promoted the music professionalism of "Trend Trend".
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Subsequently, Ark Culture, Feifan Entertainment, and the official Weibo of the "Voice of China" program simultaneously announced the last mentor.
To be continued...