Chapter 449 The world’s most high-end music bureau!
Wang Mo far underestimated the international status of a piano master.
Generally speaking, only those who are both composers and performers are likely to reach the top of the piano master's position. And ordinary performers cannot become masters even if their playing skills are subversive.
What is a piano master?
First, he must be a widely recognized musician whose playing skills and musical understanding are at the top level among his peers.
Secondly, he is an artist who can express deep thoughts and emotions through his works.
Third, the piano master is also an educator and is committed to the promotion and promotion of music.
Fourth, he is a cultural ambassador, using his works to publicize and promote his country and increase international exchanges.
Because of this, the international status of a pianist can be imagined.
Everywhere he went, he received top-notch official reception. Such characters have transcended the scope of entertainment to a certain extent and reached the realm of politics.
For example: Aida has become the spiritual pillar of Fuso Country music. His status in the hearts of more than 100 million Fuso Country people is extremely admired.
It can be said that Wang Mo cannot be called a true piano master yet, but everyone at the scene knows that it is only a matter of time for a genius who can compose piano music like "Memorial of Love" to become a piano master.
Even at such a young age, Wang Mo's future achievements may be even higher.
That's why everyone felt incredible after hearing Wang Mo's words.
Kenneth almost said without hesitation: "Mr. Wang, don't worry! This little thing is nothing at all. After tonight's banquet, I will immediately make the best work for "Kung Fu" within the scope of my power." film schedule."
Speaking of which.
He looked at the people next to him and said with a smile: "John, Andrew, Billy, you are all theater directors. I want to schedule some films for Mr. Wang's movie. Isn't that a big problem?"
The three people Kenneth mentioned are also international cinema giants.
Birds of a feather flock together.
The identities of people who can attend the family dinner with Kenneth are certainly not simple.
Hear his words.
A bearded man stood up and laughed: "Of course it's no problem, it's just a little effort."
Another middle-aged man with golden eyes also smiled and said: "It's a small matter. Since Mr. Wang has spoken, we will definitely do it."
Wang Mo shook his head and looked at everyone: "First of all, thank you all, but please don't rush to agree, because what I want is not a little film arrangement, but I hope that "Kung Fu" can be released on a large scale in North America."
oh?
When everyone heard this, they were slightly surprised.
Large-scale release?
"this?"
"Isn't it?"
"Mr. Wang, are you serious?"
They originally thought that Wang Mo would be completely satisfied if they could increase the schedule of "Kung Fu" five to six times the current scale. As world-class theater kings, they know deep down that Chinese films are not very popular internationally, and even if they schedule too many films, it is a waste of resources.
And being able to increase the schedule of "Kung Fu" several times has almost reached the limit of this movie.
The losses suffered by theater chains will also be considerable.
Of course, this loss is nothing compared to making friends with Wang Mo, and everyone is very happy.
But... if "Kung Fu" is to be released on a large scale internationally, it would be a bit too unrealistic and meaningless.
Kenneth was a little embarrassed and was about to speak.
Wang Mo smiled and said: "Mr. Kenneth, Mr. John...please rest assured that I will not make things difficult for you. What I mean is that you should watch this movie first and rate the movie based on your feelings." Arrange films as appropriate, as many as you need. If the attendance rate is good, the film arrangement rate will be increased later. If the attendance rate is poor, it doesn’t matter even if the movie is withdrawn."
Many times, what Chinese films lack internationally is an opportunity for exposure.
In the European and American film markets, the deep-rooted idea among these theater kings is that Chinese films are not suitable for the international environment. However, that is because Chinese films have no chance of being released internationally.
You didn't even give me a chance to release it, how did you know it wasn't suitable?
For example: in its previous life, "The Wandering Earth" only grossed a few million dollars at the international box office.
Judging from the box office, do you think this movie is a blockbuster in the world?
Quite the opposite!
When it was released on a small scale in North America, the attendance rate almost reached 60%-80%. This is an extremely scary attendance rate.
But the high attendance rate is useless, because European and American theaters will not give it a higher film schedule at all, so it can only be released in a small area, and then sadly released to international screens.
Now, Wang Mo is fighting for a chance for "Kung Fu" to be released on a large scale.
There is a chance.
To create miracles.
When Kenneth and others heard Wang Mo's words, they all felt relieved.
What they were most worried about was that Wang Mo insisted on giving "Kung Fu" a higher film schedule, which would put them in a dilemma. But now according to Wang Mo's words, things will be much easier to handle.
Kenneth spoke first: "Mr. Wang! It's easy to say! Everything is easy to say! I hereby assure you that as long as "Kung Fu" is really suitable for international release, then I will definitely give it enough scheduling, even if I think it is not suitable for the international environment, I will not go back on my words before, and I will still give it the highest exposure within its power."
John: "Same here."
Several other theater leaders all nodded.
beside.
Yuan Xiong was stunned for a moment.
Today his mood was not much different from Edgar's, and he was beating wildly almost all the time.
At this moment, seeing several world-class theater kings all making promises to Wang Mo, he felt as if he was in a dream, and secretly cursed in his heart: "Mad, it turns out that the status of pianists is so high in the world. . If we had known this, labor and management should have allowed Amer to develop internationally."
At the same time, his heart began to warm up.
If "Kung Fu" can really get a chance to be released on a large scale around the world, it will definitely have epoch-making significance for the Chinese film market!
Looking forward to it so much.
When Wang Mo saw the promise made by Kenneth and others, he smiled and said: "Thank you all first. After this incident, I hope you can go to China to visit. At that time, I will personally host and play a song for you."
When Kenneth and others heard this, they all looked happy.
Being able to see a pianist like Wang Mo playing for them in person is already better than anything else for music lovers like them.
So this time, both sides get what they need.
…
At ten o'clock in the evening, the dinner ends.
Wang Mo had already sent someone to deliver the "Kung Fu" film.
Kenneth's vacation villa has a private theater, so everyone took this opportunity to enjoy the "Kung Fu" movie.
Soon, everyone took their seats and started watching the movie.
The dialogue in the movie was not changed to English, but was still in Chinese, but with English translation.
Wang Mo always feels that a movie starring a group of Chinese people would be indescribably awkward if they were to speak English. It's like when he goes to watch a North American movie, and if he sees the Mandarin version, he feels like his mouth is full of shit, and he feels uncomfortable no matter how he watches it.
So he also maintained the original flavor of "Kung Fu".
soon.
The movie starts.
At first, everyone was very quiet. Even Chai Qing's "Who else" sentence that made the whole audience burst into laughter could not move Kenneth and others.
It seems that there is a big difference between Eastern and Western humor.
However, some of the nonsensical comedies in the movie still made many people laugh out loud. For example, the scene where Ah Xing challenged a group of people in Zhulong Village and the scene where he was bitten by a snake caused many people to smile knowingly.
But it's not enough.
Wang Mo has been paying attention to everyone's expressions.
This little humor is certainly not enough to impress these theater bosses.
Fortunately, what happened next made his heart drop to the ground.
Kung Fu is here: the three great masters appear, Tian Can Di Que appears, the landlord and tenant wife appear, the Fire Cloud Evil God appears... One wave overwhelms the other, and each time the Kung Fu is stronger than the last, it caused everyone to marvel again and again.
"God!"
"Oh! Cake buyer!"
"..."
When the movie ended, these people's expressions were completely moved.
Wang Mo nodded secretly: Sure enough, only exaggerated kung fu movies can resonate with Europeans and Americans.
After the lights in the small movie theater came on, Wang Mo looked at Kenneth and said with a smile: "Mr. Kenneth, what do you think?"
"Incredible."
Kenneth shook his head with amazement on his face: "So Chinese movies have developed to this extent? Sorry, I didn't know much about China before. I feel that this movie has subverted my previous knowledge. "Kung Fu" It's great, the special effects are great, the actors' acting skills are also great, and there's also that weird humor, which has a hint of Western humor. I think they should be in line with the taste of Western movie fans. Of course, this is not the most critical thing, the best It’s the Kung Fu shown in the movie. Oh! God! This is the most handsome Kung Fu movie I have ever seen! I even want my mother-in-law to learn Lion Roar Kung Fu, I think she is very talented in this area."
John raised his eyebrows: "Kenneth, do you need me to bring your words to Lisa?"
Kenneth was agitated: "God! It's better to say goodbye!"
Everyone laughed.
Next, we entered the stage of formal talks.
Although it was already twelve o'clock in the night, Wang Mo's biological clock had not yet been adjusted, so he was still very active.
As for these theater kings, they are basically used to nightlife, so they are also in good spirits.
Kenneth was the first to speak: "The movie is great, in my opinion at least above the standard. And although the Eastern characteristics are very strong, it is the Western favorite 'Chinese Kongfu', so I think we can try to play a few in North America on a small scale first." God, of course, the movie will not only cover the Chinese area, but will also cover many areas with real Western movie fans. If the effect is good, Mr. Wang..."
He looked at Wang Mo.
Seriously: "I can give it no less than 10% of the film schedule in AMC theaters around the world. Of course, 10% is not its upper limit, as long as it's..."
10%!
Although this film schedule cannot be compared with many big movies, it is enough to make Wang Mo overjoyed, because more than 10% of the film schedule is enough to bring "Kung Fu" into the attention of global movie fans.
"good!"
Wang Mo agreed immediately.
Then, John, Andrew, Billy and others all made similar commitments to film.
Wang Mo took a long breath in his heart.
That’s it.
He never expected that this trip to North America would go so smoothly.
And for Wang Mo, the benefits of making friends with these theater kings go far beyond this. This means that after he makes a movie in the future, he will be able to negotiate directly with these people, saving a lot of trouble.
Don't think that only China can respect human relations.
The world is also a big human cage.
One o'clock in the morning North America time.
The two parties have finally made preliminary plans for the follow-up cooperation on "Kung Fu": they have just begun to schedule about 3% of the films to see the attendance rate. If the attendance rate meets the requirements, the film schedule will be expanded. As for the box office share, Kenneth originally said that he would give Wang Mo some preferential treatment in this regard, but Wang Mo refused, saying that everything should follow market rules.
What he wants is not the box office share, but the opportunity for "Kung Fu" to be shown in major international theaters.
When leaving.
Miyata Jiro took a deep breath and finally came forward: "Mr. Silent."
Wang Mo didn't have any good impressions of the Fuso people, but he was quite satisfied with Jiro Miyata's attitude. After all, if it weren't for him today, it would be difficult for him to get the attention of Kenneth and others.
He glanced at the other person: "Mr. Miyata, do you want to see me for something?"
Jiro Miyata: "Mr. Wuyan, I told my tutor, Mr. Aida, about meeting you today. My tutor would like to invite you to a gathering at Fuso Country. He also particularly likes the two piano pieces you composed. He would like to be able to Let’s talk about music with you and let’s work together to push the piano industry in the East to a new peak.”
Wang Mo thought for a while and smiled: "Thank you Mr. Aangtian, but I don't have time to go to Fuso for the time being. But when I have time in the future, I will definitely visit Mr. Aangtian."
What he said was not a shirk.
Wang Mo has a plan: he will indeed go to Fusang in the future.
There is also Bangzi Country.
Well...in order to conquer the girls there...ahem, no.
Got it wrong.
Again.
In order to conquer the arrogant young people there, especially since the whole universe is their country, Wang Mo must go.
Miyata Jiro said happily: "Okay, sir, if you decide to go to Fuso, you must inform me in advance. I will receive you with the highest standards of etiquette in our country."
Wang Mo: "Okay."
Jiro Miyata: "There is one more thing. I want to ask: Mr. Wu Yan, your visit to North America this time should also be for the 'International Music Hall Night', right?"
"Um?"
Wang Mo was stunned.
However, Miyata Jiro didn't notice Wang Mo's strange expression and said with emotion: "I didn't expect that this 'International Music Hall Night' would actually alarm you sir. If I knew you were coming, my teacher would not let me I came in his place. After my teacher got the news in the afternoon, he was already thinking about whether to come to North America in person."
"Um?"
Wang Mo became more and more confused.
He looked at Yuan Xiong, who also looked confused.
He looked at Hao Mingxing again, and Hao Mingxing spread his hands to indicate that he was also unaware.
Kenneth next to him smiled and said: "Thank you for holding the International Music Hall Night in New York, otherwise I probably wouldn't be able to invite you, Mr. Jiro Miyata."
Jiro Miyata shook his head repeatedly: "No, no, no, I am the one who should be most grateful to the International Music Hall and Mr. Kenneth. If it weren't for you, I don't think I would have been able to see Wu Yan here. Teacher."
"Ahem..."
Wang Mo couldn't help it anymore.
He looked at Jiro Miyata: "Well... I'm sorry, can you tell me, what is the International Music Hall Night?"
Jiro Miyata: "..."
Kenneth: "..."
Everyone: "..."
Everyone swallowed.
Full of absurdity.
After a while, Jiro Miyata asked tentatively: "Mr. Wuyan, you...didn't receive the invitation?"
Wang Mo shook his head: "No."
Miyata Jiro was confused: "Impossible, how could you not have received an invitation? Even I have an invitation letter."
With that said, he took out a palm-sized invitation letter from his pocket and handed it to Wang Mo.
Wang Mo took it and took a look and found that the cover of the invitation was extremely beautiful. The picture contained a well-designed music symbol with a line of English written on it: International Music Hall Night Invitation.
Open it and take a look.
The content is as follows:
[Dear Mr. Jiro Miyata, you are sincerely invited to attend the ‘International Music Hall Night’ held on Broadway in New York on January 15th, and represent Fuso Country in this exchange of music masters. 】
After Wang Mo read it, he returned the invitation letter to Jiro Miyata, and then asked: "Mr. Miyata, can you elaborate on it?"
Seeing that Wang Mo's expression was not fake, but that he really didn't know, Miyata Jiro suppressed the doubts in his heart and explained seriously: "The International Music Hall Night is held every four years, and the frequency is the same as the World Cup, Olympic Games and other events. As for its performance in The influence of the music industry can be said to be comparable to that of the World Cup. It is the pinnacle event for all musicians.
This grand ceremony will last for about ten days, and each time it will be held at night, so it is called Palace Night.
It will invite the most famous musicians from dozens of countries around the world to participate in this festival, and then conduct performances and competitions by country and region.
There is a competition among composers.
There is piano communication.
There is a violin competition.
There is even a large symphony orchestra playing.
Although we often say that music has no borders, musicians do. Therefore, in order to win honor for their country, every time an 'International Music Hall Night' is held, everyone will do their best to contribute their best music and skills and strive for the best results. "
Wang Mo understood a little bit.
He asked: "What countries and regions are involved?"
Jiro Miyata: "I don't know about this one yet, but the last one included more than 20 countries and regions. Including famous music from Fuso, Bangzi, North America, Great Britain, Germany, Italy, Denmark, Australia... and so on. All the countries are here."
Wang Mo: "Is there China?"
Jiro Miyata nodded: "Yes, but it seems very inconspicuous, and there seem to be only a few people coming. After all, at this music conference, the performances are basically piano, violin, cello, and even symphony performances. In these music aspects, it has always been China’s weaknesses... I’m sorry, Mr. Wuyan, I mean before, but now that China has you, the situation is definitely different.”
Wang Mo knew that what Erlang Miyata said was true.
He was silent for a moment and continued to ask: "Is there any famous person coming this time?"
Jiro Miyata said: "Because the older generation has participated in too many festivals, music masters have rarely come in recent years. For example, my teacher has not participated in more than ten years. Every time I took his place. As for the other piano masters, they also sent their most proud students to take charge of the overall situation.
As a result, this music conference has actually been without the participation of piano masters for several years, but it is still the world's top music festival, unparalleled. "
Wang Mo listened.
"I think the official of the International Music Hall Night must have invited Huaxia to participate, but they just didn't notify you, or maybe the people from Huaxia forgot to notify you."
Jiro Miyata explained.
Wang Mo nodded.
He guessed so too.
If the international community wants to invite China, it must contact Zhao Shu and others.
And he had made it clear before that he was not interested in any international music competitions or any piano performances, and asked Zhao Shu not to disturb him, so it was probably for this reason that Zhao Shucai did not contact him.
But now that he saw a piano master with such a high international status, Wang Mo changed his mind.
He pondered for a moment and said to Kenneth and others: "Everyone, I'm going to leave first."
Everyone said goodbye.
When going out.
Miyata Jiro suddenly said: "Then...Mr. Wuyan, will you still participate in the International Music Hall Night?"
Wang Mo turned his head, his eyes bright: "Participate!"
After Jiro Miyata's explanation, Wang Mo already knew that this "International Music Hall Night" was definitely the most high-end music bureau in the world.
Such a grand ceremony.
Of course he was going to attend.
How could it be missed?
Hearing Wang Mo's decisive answer, Miyata Erlang felt a thrill in his body and took a deep breath.
Half an hour later.
On the way back to the hotel, Miyata Jiro made a phone call: "Teacher, I have confirmed that Mr. Wu Yan will participate in this music conference."
On the phone, Aida's old voice came: "It seems that I can only go there once. You... are no match for him. The music country of Fuso Country cannot be ruined in your hands."
Jiro Miyata: "I'm sorry, teacher."
Aida sighed: "There is no need to say sorry, you are already good enough, but who would have thought that China could produce such a monstrous musical talent? Forget it, let me go and meet this young man for a while. It just so happened that I recently composed a new song song."
…
Faraway Western Europe.
In a certain manor, a gray-haired old man was watering the flowers in his garden.
Suddenly, the cell phone rang.
The old man answered the call and frowned: "Aang Tian wants to participate in this International Music Hall Night? He is not ashamed to compete with young people for honors? Well... what did you say? It's a suspected person from China. A young piano master? Aida went there because he was worried that his student Jiro Miyata would not be able to take charge of the overall situation? In this case..."
After a while.
The old man said in a deep voice: "Iman, it seems I have to go there too."
…
Nordic.
In the same scene, a man with extraordinary temperament received a call.
After he listened quietly, he said, "Send those two piano pieces."
Half an hour passed.
After listening to "Sea of Clouds Under the Moonlight" and "Memorial of Love", the man sighed deeply: "Help me prepare my travel plan and go to North America tomorrow."
If you don't go, it won't work.
…
Australia.
Eastern Europe.
South Asia.
"Looks like I have to go too."
"Tell the butler to book a flight."
"So many old guys are gone? Of course I can't be absent."
"In that case, I'll join in the fun."
"Hahaha, okay! Let's go together then!"
"..."
In many countries and regions, many people have hastily canceled their vacations or leisure days and rushed to North America.
At this moment, Wang Mo had no idea that his accidental trip to North America would change the plans of a group of people and attract a group of top figures in the music industry. (End of chapter)