Huayu 1992: Starting with the CCTV Young Singers Competition

Chapter 40 ! "Entering a New Era"!

"Go for it, Hanjiang!"

"Keep it up, senior!"

"Hanjiang, you can definitely do it!"

Lin Hanjiang nodded to everyone and walked to the side of the stage.

……

In front of the stage, the prolonged applause and discussions finally subsided under Liu Lu's gesture.

Liu Lu walked to the center of the stage again.

"Thank you, Liu Bin, for your amazing performance. Let's give Liu Bin another round of applause."

The applause rang out again, but it was shorter than before, and everyone's attention was now at its peak.

Waiting for the final, grand finale.

Most of the people who came today are here for Lin Hanjiang.

The song "The Story of Spring" was heavily promoted every day for just a few days.

It's practically common knowledge by now.

Even top leaders are praising this song, which shows just how popular it is.

However, I didn't practice enough when I was singing. I only practiced for a short time and it took me no more than half a day to get to the point where I could sing.

He scored a record-breaking 9.725 points.

Although he is now outscored by Liu Bin's 9.728 points.

But Lin Hanjiang practiced day and night this time, which is why he has such confidence.

He wasn't afraid even if Liu Bin got a high score.

This is the inherent charm of the song itself.

Like a Chinese succubus, it possesses an extremely strong allure.

"Wailing cries and blood-soaked cities, all for the sake of saving the common people."

"Gentlemen, the tide of history is about to turn. Those who wish to save the day, please rise!"

"Young comrade, would you like to come with me?"

Lin Hanjiang's new song is just like that!

"So, what's next..."

Liu Lu drew out her words, her gaze sweeping across the entire venue, then turning to the camera, where she spotted the young man about to take the stage on the side of the stage.

"Let's welcome the last contestant in tonight's professional folk singing final!"

The entire room fell silent instantly. This silence was different from the previous ones; it was filled with the curiosity of the impending revelation.

Everyone wants to know what the original song Lin Hanjiang is preparing, as mentioned in media reports.

That's why so many leaders came to be in the audience—just to hear Lin Hanjiang's original songs.

Liu Lu's voice was full of emotion, striving to create an atmosphere, pushing the information and the last trace of suspense to their peak, word by word:

"He is a student at the China Conservatory of Music."

"In the semi-finals, he sang the voice of the times with his original song 'The Story of Spring,' which moved millions of viewers."

"Tonight, on this pinnacle stage, after the brilliant performances of many predecessors, he will once again bring us his original works and tell the story in his heart."

"He is...

The voice suddenly rose in pitch.

"Lin Hanjiang, a singer selected by the China Conservatory of Music!"

"Slap! Slap! Slap! Slap! Slap! Slap..."

Mountain whistle tsunami!

A true roaring, tsunami-like roar!

The applause and cheers were more enthusiastic and longer than ever before.

Like a volcano that has been dormant for a long time, it suddenly erupted.

The applause reflected both appreciation and recognition for "The Story of Spring," as well as boundless curiosity about the young creator.

Of course, there is also anticipation that this dark horse can create a miracle.

Amidst this surging, heart-pounding sound, Lin Hanjiang stepped onto the stage.

In the control room, Ge Yanping stared intently at the monitor.

In the center of the screen is an empty stage, and applause is deafening.

He quickly gave the order into the intercom: "Camera number two, give feedback to the audience, especially the judges and guests in the front row. Camera number three, capture Lin Hanjiang's entrance. Liu Lu, hold on, let the applause linger a little longer. This part is emotionally charged; cut the recorded footage here for thirty seconds and it's over. Cut back to the stage. After Lin Hanjiang comes on stage, Liu Lu, go up and ask him two light questions, let him say the song title himself. Pay attention to the rhythm!"

"clear!"

Responses came from various departments.

At the center of the stage, Liu Lu, with her rich experience, stood to the side of the stage with a smile. She neither interrupted the enthusiastic applause nor rushed to invite the contestants out. Instead, she interacted with the audience with her eyes and slight gestures, allowing the opening atmosphere to reach its peak.

In the front row of the audience, Zhang Ye and Zu Hai had already found their seats. They were sitting together, right next to their teacher's wife, Ma Qiuhua.

Ma Qiuhua was intently watching the entrance to the stage, her hands unconsciously clasped together, her eyes filled with concern and a hint of barely concealed nervousness.

Liu Bin sang so well just now, she's a little worried.

It wasn't until Zhang Ye gently touched her arm that she snapped out of her reverie. Seeing the two girls, a gentle smile immediately spread across her face, and she lowered her voice: "Xiao Ye, Xiao Hai, you're here? Please sit down. How was Han Jiang backstage just now?"

Zhang leaned close to his master's wife's ear and whispered quickly, "Don't worry, Master's wife, I've adjusted my mindset and can stay calm."

Zu Hai nodded vigorously, but his eyes remained fixed on the stage.

Ma Qiuhua breathed a slight sigh of relief and patted the two girls' hands: "That's good, that's good. Now it's up to him."

Lin Hanjiang was now standing in the center of the stage.

Under the carefully arranged stage lights, his light gray suit looked exceptionally crisp and clean, making his already slender figure appear even more upright.

His white shirt collar was as white as snow, and his posture did not have the same expansive force as Liu Bin's.

He doesn't have the same star-like swagger as Mao Ning.

Instead, he possessed a student-like composure.

Applause rang out again, this time to welcome him to officially take the stage.

Liu Lu, holding the microphone, walked towards Lin Hanjiang with a smile and composed steps.

Previous contestants, including Liu Bin, did not have this Q&A session.

Ge Yanping added it on the spot; he knows best what everyone likes to watch.

Liu Lu stood next to Lin Hanjiang and first said to the audience, "Let's give another round of applause to our young singer-songwriter, Lin Hanjiang."

"Slap! Slap! Slap..."

As the applause subsided, Liu Lu turned to Lin Hanjiang, her tone friendly:

"Hanjiang, standing on this stage again, how does it feel compared to the semi-finals?" she asked with a smile, starting with a relaxed question.

Lin Hanjiang gripped the microphone, a slightly shy yet confident smile on his face: "I'm even more nervous now, Professor Liu Lu. There are so many professional teachers and such a passionate audience in the audience."

"It's normal to be nervous, relax."

Liu Lu nodded understandingly, then changed the subject, her tone becoming teasing.

"But Hanjiang, you probably don't know how popular you are now, do you? Ever since your rendition of 'The Story of Spring' aired in the semi-finals, even my mom, who's a veteran in the arts, hums '1979, that was a spring' every day and keeps praising me, saying, 'This Xiaolin student sings really well, and he's thoughtful!'"

Laughter erupted from the audience, lightening the atmosphere considerably.

Lin Hanjiang bowed slightly, his attitude humble: "Thank you for your appreciation, Auntie, and thank you to all the audience for your support. I simply used music to record some of what I saw and felt."

"Well said."

Liu Lu praised, and then naturally led to the next question.

"So, on this highly anticipated final night, facing a national audience, is there anything you'd like to say?"

Lin Hanjiang's gaze slowly swept across the audience.

"I want to say thank you to this era for giving us young people the opportunity to express ourselves through song. Thank you to the CCTV Young Singers Competition for allowing so many great voices to be discovered. And thank you to everyone who listened."

He paused, his gaze hardening.

"For me, music is not just about melodies and lyrics, but also about what I want to say, the path I've walked, and the truest thoughts in my heart. Tonight, I want to sing these thoughts to everyone."

These words, simple and unadorned, are sincere and moving; they contain no empty slogans, only the genuine insights of the creator.

Applause erupted from the audience.

Liu Lu then chimed in, asking the most crucial question: "That's excellent. So, Han Jiang, what kind of piece will you be performing for us tonight?"

All eyes were on Lin Hanjiang.

The camera then zoomed in, displaying the image on the big screen.

Lin Hanjiang looked up at the camera, then spoke clearly and forcefully, word by word:

"Tonight, I'm performing one of my original songs. Its name is..."

He paused briefly, creating a moment of suspense, before speaking in his clearest voice:

"Entering a New Era!"