Chapter 5, Don't talk to me about love, I just want to make money
The manager scrutinized him: "Is this all there is? A single trick can easily be copied by others"
One must understand the feeling of aesthetic fatigue suddenly being pierced by a ray of fresh sunlight
From 6 PM to 11 PM, during these five hours of comings and goings, such a large ballroom can sell over a thousand tickets
Such a small amount of adherence to rules and principles prevented the numerous nightclub managers who came rushing in to poach him from taking away Jing Xiaoqiang
As the electronic piano begins to play the prelude, everyone is momentarily filled with surprise
Only this brand new piece of music today can awaken their exhausted aesthetic appreciation for music within their hearts
Not everyone can sing out loud in front of so many people; even those who are skilled in singing and dancing may feel intimidated and tremble when standing in front of a crowd, unable to express anything at all
The dance piece lasting more than three minutes seemed to pass in an instant
Even the dance steps are new
Fortunately, this is all work attire for the symphony orchestra
Accompanied by his right hand holding the microphone, simulating an embrace around the girl in front of his chest, his left hand held horizontally, swaying, turning, moving sideways, advancing and retreating
The decoration style of the dance halls in Shanghai during the 1990s largely followed the opulent style of the 1930s, reminiscent of the Paramount.
Only by being strong can one truly understand the confidence that comes from being powerful within oneself
What piece of music, what language, has a strong South American flavor, and conveys a very carefree feeling
Moreover, there is an advantage to singing Latin dance songs; the next day, Jing Xiaoqiang bought a floral shirt and beach shorts, and casually stepped onto the stage in foam slippers
Sounds great! Awesome!
Previously, several individuals who played the violin, trumpet, and saxophone stood in a row, holding maracas, tambourines, and triangle instruments, keeping time with the rhythm...
For Jing Xiaoqiang, who has already obtained a senior combat coaching license at a fitness club in New York, it is best that all techniques are built upon a strong core strength
Even though other places remained quite secretive after the reform and opening up, do you understand the depth of the ten-mile foreign market
Upon hearing such a passionate and exuberant piece, several musicians who were just about to finish work became intrigued.
The manager also smiled, being an old hand at this, and this kind of interaction is very comfortable
Jing Xiaoqiang did not claim it as his own: "It is from a foreign film, and there is definitely no copyright, but I can arrange the score and instrumentation. I need an opportunity to practice singing. What kind of performance fee do you think I should set?"
This rare display of etiquette from the singers in domestic dance halls made the symphony orchestra musicians feel quite comfortable, and they all promptly returned the gesture before resuming the performance of the dance music
Due to having once possessed a robust physique akin to that of Ma Dong-seok, he is now quite dissatisfied with his current slender and youthful frame resembling that of a bean sprout
He has not yet begun to formally adjust his diet; he is only gradually engaging in self-exercise on the lawn behind the dance hall, performing some calisthenics.
Jing Xiaoqiang stood up and smiled: "It's still five pieces of music, but you will definitely find it worthwhile."
Despite the flourishing of dance halls across the country these days, the majority of dance music is imported. Aside from the Chinese song "A Fire in Winter" and the cover of "The Girl Under the Streetlight," the rest are all foreign dance tracks
With a skilled bow, and after turning to the band to bow like *Tu* Shu, Jing Xiaoqiang immediately heard the fervent shouts from the audience: "Do it again!"
The essence lies in the gentle swaying of the upper body from side to side and the shaking of the hips. If you observe for a while longer, you will naturally see many enthusiasts with excellent body coordination and dance skills begin to twist their bodies.
I have long been tired of hearing it
However, Jing Xiaoqiang was reborn for such a scene, closing his eyes and elongating his tone as he spoke, his smooth foreign accent sending shivers down people's spines
Now he can save 1,500 in a month
Thus, in the entertainment industry, good fortune in romance will easily come rolling in
Throughout the entire evening, the dance friends were enthusiastically practicing new dance steps. Later, they observed how to dance in front, and there were a few individuals, reportedly with a strong foundation as dance instructors, who eagerly conveyed the characteristics of what was clearly Latin dance steps
It felt somewhat like a concert, and Jing Xiaoqiang seemed to enjoy it as he listened for two seconds, then turned to the band to seek their opinion
In such a setting, the musicians are also in high spirits, with the accordion playing long and romantic melodies, the guitar providing a rhythmic dance beat, and the drummer nodding his head in time with the music
Fortunately, South American dance music is often very simple in terms of instrumentation; a guitar, an accordion, and a drum set are sufficient
The entire venue is shaking
If it is said that in the past they played those songs that had become tiresome every day, it was merely to make a living
Just to wait for that young singer to say that he will come to sing again
Jing Xiaoqiang accepted the money without any surprise, also handing over his identification card as collateral, and even decided to stay in the storage room behind the dance hall
Thus, it effortlessly became the focal point of the entire venue, with the lead singer performing on stage
They are quite familiar with the Academy of Drama and Literature
The manager watched with great interest for a while, confirming that Jing Xiaoqiang was an expert, and even advanced him two hundred yuan to buy some gear
Even though many people are learning his lyrical style, no one knows Portuguese
The musicians, who mostly graduated from the nearby music academy, immediately surrounded him with smiles, inquiring about the situation in a flurry of voices
For musicians of this caliber in an orchestra, the ability to recognize music by ear is a fundamental skill, but what is even more important is the interplay among various instruments
Having sung three times in a row, and with it still not being seven o'clock, he could only announce that they would sing again at ten o'clock in the evening. However, the band merely started playing some of their previous dance tunes, which resulted in a chorus of boos from the dance floor and the surrounding area
One year amounts to one hundred eighty thousand
The same few songs keep playing over and over, such as "Cha-Cha-Cha," "Genghis Khan," and "Screwdriver, Screwdriver, getting up at midnight to fix the floor"
He is not enthusiastic about becoming famous or making money, but he must be strong enough; perhaps this is the reason he survived among the eighteen souls until the end
The primary focus should be to quickly finalize the score
Everyone is in an uproar
In a different era, the overly greasy actions, when performed at the age of eighteen, immediately garnered a chorus of cheers
The reason for choosing to come to Shanghai is also because in that small, remote place, there is nowhere to buy even chicken breast, let alone salmon, shrimp, crabs, or olive oil
In this day and age, the managers of dance halls are all capable individuals who have ventured into contracting assets, and they are quite straightforward: "Let's try it out tomorrow, performing five songs for fifty yuan a day. If the results are good, I will definitely not shortchange you"
Jing Xiaoqiang's debut at the symphony orchestra's concert hall was simply sensational
After the song concluded, the members of the symphony orchestra's ensemble applauded, saying: "Not bad, not bad! It has that flavor!"
Especially as domestic professionals are still transitioning from the original system to a market-oriented one, where would one find such hedonistic songs? There is simply no one capable of doing so!
Sing it again
This is the power that everyone can gather for themselves
In fact, Jing Xiaoqiang went to the gym right after stepping down
In the 1990s, when the monthly income was only a few dozen to a hundred yuan, the best public dance hall in Shanghai charged two yuan for each ticket
In the past, people often danced for a while, some would go to other places, and those who found a suitable partner would stroll hand in hand to the park; today, everyone has come and will not leave
The heart itches, and the feet itch even more
The manager finally found him, and after just a few seconds, confirmed that this young man, who strictly demands self-discipline, has a bright future: "It’s almost your turn to go on stage, 180 yuan for one night, which is currently the highest price in Huanghai."
Jing Xiaoqiang smiled subtly: "I am sure I have other pieces; if your price is reasonable, I can continuously introduce new pieces, ensuring your audience's satisfaction here"
The entire band had to take turns performing this piece "Lambada" for three consecutive hours
The most popular and best dance halls in Shanghai are actually located on several streets in the city center. Even in the era before mobile phones, many people quickly gathered to call their friends: "I heard there are new songs out!"
Many people involuntarily followed Jing Xiaoqiang's movements, twisting and turning, trying to discern the characteristics of this new dance step from m. hetushu. comcom
Jing Xiaoqiang is not greedy: "Alright, I only ask that you can ensure that as the water rises, so does the boat. At the very least, I want to stay here to see if I can get into the drama academy"
Even the manager of the dance hall was called in to listen to the finale: "The young man is quite good, where did this song come from? Would you like to stay here and sing?"
Thus, Jing Xiaoqiang's tropical outfit is remarkably eye-catching. He also bought a straw hat for 0.8 yuan, which he wore with a cowboy rolled brim and a Hawaiian crown, and he even made a flamboyant gesture with the edge of the hat while wearing it at an angle.
Where is the score? Quickly pull out the score. I have noted down the latter half here; check if it is correct...
The band members are all basically dressed in suits and ties, even wearing bow ties
Neither he nor Jing Xiaoqiang expected that just as the performance began at 10 o'clock, a young woman would boldly jump onto the stage to dance together!
Is it still the new dance steps? Then I must take a look
New song
Even the dance friends sitting in the surrounding tea houses all stood up, their feet constantly shaking
Therefore, it is only natural that the entertainment industry is profitable, even in times of economic underdevelopment
Waiting to hear, that flavor is simply unforgettable
Therefore, every new song will certainly have the opportunity to be showcased, but very few can withstand the test of time against these classics
Originally designed for dancing by 300 to 400 people, the dance floor quickly became overcrowded, with people continuously moving to the sides to stand in line like slices of pork.
In fact, the dance movements popular in the northeastern part of Latin America are extremely simple and casual, and are not much different from the embrace movements of standard ballroom dancing
The entire venue turned their heads to gaze at that seemingly still wet-behind-the-ears little brat