Chapter 1218: Hanfu
Shen Long could tell that Yo-Yo Ma was planning to give him a hand, but he didn't want to make it too obvious. Otherwise, New York is so big and there are so many Chinese, can't we really find someone who can play gourd silk and play the erhu? ? This shows that his visit to Yo-Yo Ma's house that day was a success, otherwise he would never have said so.
"Of course it is my honor to have such an opportunity." Shen Long readily agreed, this is a good opportunity to appear in front of American musicians.
"Okay, here is the rehearsal schedule for this performance. You practice at home first, and then we will practice together according to the schedule." Yo-Yo Ma took out a piece of paper and handed it to Shen Long.
"Don't worry, we will attend on time." In this case, there is no way to go out to perform during this period of time, but participating in such a large-scale performance also has income, plus the previous income from selling copyrights, and the signature from Toei Co., Ltd. Fees, deposits, Shen Long and Guo Yan don't have to worry about money at all now.
Yo-Yo Ma stayed for a meal. During the meal, Guo Yan asked him about his child's study in the United States. What he learned from Yo-Yo Ma was exactly the same as what Shen Long said. Quality private schools are not so easy, not only to pay high fees, but also to have the introduction of celebrities.
In terms of social celebrities, Yo-Yo Ma can come forward to help them. Famous classical musicians are naturally part of the upper class, and his face is enough, but the cost is not something they can afford at present; It’s not enough to just pay tuition fees, club activities, social practice activities, etc., all of which require the support of money and social relationships.
After Yoyo Ma left, Guo Yan sighed, "Hey, I didn't expect children to spend so much money on education. It seems that we can only work hard for a while and see if we can sustain it." After hearing what Shen Long and Yoyo Ma said, she didn't want to Let Ning Ning, together with those at the bottom of society, receive a sheep-herding education in public schools.
"Well, the preparation period for "Three Kingdoms" by Toei Co., Ltd. is still very long, or the cost alone will be enough; but it doesn't matter, at most until next year, when Ning Ning is in junior high school, we can send her I've taken it." Hey, in another twenty years, Chinese parents will also start to worry about their children's education, and Guo Yan's current situation will happen to many people.
In the original book, Ning Ning’s misfortune in the future is certainly influenced by Wang Qiming and Guo Yan’s divorce, but at the same time, it is also the reason why she was studying in a garbage school. Sending her to a better school should avoid these tragedies, right?
"There is still a year left, I miss Ningning." After experiencing so many things, Guo Yan has no doubts about this, but when she thinks that she will see her daughter next year, Guo Yan wants to cry.
"Although we can't come here to study, can we go back, or we can take Ningning over for a summer vacation or something." Shen Long comforted, "We can't send her to a good school now, but it's not enough to bring her over to play. question,
By the way, it also allows her to practice her English more and adapt to life in the United States in advance. "
With such reassurance, Guo Yan calmed down again, and began to rehearse the upcoming repertoire with Shen Long. After the rehearsal was over, Shen Long said another thing, "We have practiced the repertoire these days. At that time, it should be almost enough to participate in joint training for a few times; now we have to solve the matter of costumes."
"Isn't it enough to wear formal clothes like other bands?" Guo Yan asked.
"It's not suitable. Those are the costumes of Western classical symphony orchestras. We are going to play folk music this time, so naturally we can't wear the same costumes as them." The music and costumes also have to match.
"Then I'll just wear the cheongsam from last time, and then I'll make you a Chinese tunic suit?" Guo Yan recalled the costumes that the folk bands wore when they performed abroad in the capital.
"It's not too good. We are playing "Silk Road" this time. We want to show the style of the Han and Tang Dynasties. The cheongsam originated in the Qing Dynasty. It was formed in the Republic of China. It doesn't match the style of the strong men in the Tang Dynasty. I will look for information. Let the tailor imitate the costumes of the Han and Tang Dynasties to make two sets for the two of us, and if there is a chance to perform in the future, we will wear this.” When playing Chinese music, we must wear national costumes, and Shen Long intends to make modern Hanfu made an early appearance.
If we want to promote Chinese traditional culture, it is not only about music, but also let them appreciate the splendor of Chinese traditional costumes. This performance is a good opportunity to make an appearance.
During the formation of cheongsam and the period of China's decline, although it has its own unique beauty, it seems petty, far less grand than Hanfu; it is said that Kangxi and Qianlong both secretly wore Hanfu in the palace. You see, even the emperors of the Qing Dynasty felt that Hanfu It looks better than your own clothes, let alone other people?
"Okay, I'll listen to you!" Buying costumes is a big deal, and even though it will definitely cost a lot of money, Guo Yan agreed without hesitation.
The next day, the two of them went to Chinatown again. As usual, they first sat down with Ah Chun and chatted for a while, then went to the tailor shop that made Ah Chun's cheongsam last time, found the old tailor, and handed over the A pattern drawn by myself.
"Oh, sir, you are testing me. These clothes are not easy to make. I have to think carefully." The old tailor took the blueprints and discussed with Shen Long in detail, discussing what material to use and what sewing technique is suitable. Shen Long After seeing the Hanfu of later generations, and having stayed in the Tang Dynasty for so long, I am not unfamiliar with these things at all, so I quickly finalized the plan.
"It's going to be used in half a month, shouldn't it be in time?" After finishing, Shen Long asked. After finishing it, he had to wear it to show Yo-Yo Ma. After all, this is his concert. If he thinks it's not suitable, then Shen Long I can only wear formal clothes properly.
"I've never done it before, I'll try my best!" The old tailor didn't dare to give an affirmative answer. After all, it was a brand new style, and he didn't know what problems would happen during the production process.
"It's okay, even if it doesn't work this time, there will be another time." Shen Long's desire to promote Hanfu will not be stopped by one or two failures.
The craftsmanship of the old tailor was really exquisite. Shen Long came over to see it twice during the production period. After giving suggestions for revision, he finally finished the clothes before the last rehearsal.
Shen Long had greeted Yo-Yo Ma before, and during the last rehearsal, Yo-Yo Ma was stunned for a long time before wearing Hanfu with Guo Yan, and he hurriedly agreed. He felt that these two outfits matched "Silk Road" very well. .
Finally, when the concert began, Shen Long and Guo Yan were about to usher in their first official performance in the United States.