Huayu 1992, my entertainment era

Chapter 19 Cantonese Opera
After Zhou Ziheng got in the car, Chen Xiaoqi took out a cigarette from his bag and handed it to Zhou Ziheng out of habit.

Zhou Ziheng shook his head.

He is not interested in this thing.

Having studied at a professional music college in his previous life, he knew very well how harmful this thing could be to a singer.

Let’s not talk about anything else, just take Wang Jie, who is extremely popular in the Chinese music scene.

There are many different opinions about why his voice suddenly deteriorated.

Although he himself said that he was poisoned and became mute.

But many colleagues do not agree with this statement.

Most people, including Zhou Ziheng, still believe that the reason why his voice deteriorated was most likely caused by smoking and drinking.

Of course, it is also possible that he was really poisoned.

But it is true that smoking is harmful to your throat.

Zhou Ziheng has a very good voice in this life, which is a gift from God. He doesn't want his voice to deteriorate because of tobacco.

"It's okay if you don't smoke. You're not like me. You were born to be a singer. It's necessary to take care of your voice."

Chen Xiaoqi lit a cigarette for himself and spoke as he started the car.

After that, he smiled and said, "You will definitely make a lot of money from this tape, and you signed a profit-sharing contract with Pacific.

Since you said you want to thank me, how about you treat me to lunch today?"

"Of course that's no problem!" Zhou Ziheng nodded immediately.

"Then let's go to Ronghualou! We'll give you a good meal."

Chen Xiaoqi looked like he was determined to make you bleed profusely.

Zhou Ziheng was actually very happy about this.

Chen Xiaoqi's unceremonious way of communicating with him made him feel very comfortable.

Someone once said this to Zhou Ziheng.

“When two people get along, courtesy is indeed essential. But that is only suitable for the initial stage of getting along.

If someone is polite to you after spending a long time with you, then you should be careful, because it means that this person does not regard you as a friend.

On the contrary, those who are not polite and careless when they are with you, they do so because they regard you as a friend. "

At this time, Chen Xiaoqi's unceremonious way of communicating with Zhou Ziheng made Zhou Ziheng feel that the other party actually regarded him as a friend.

Regardless of whether Zhou Xiaoqi is like this because of his social status.

At the very least, this will make Zhou Ziheng feel less awkward when communicating and getting along with him.

"Have you ever been to Ronghua Building?" Chen Xiaoqi continued talking.

"I haven't been there, but I've heard of it!" Zhou Ziheng shook his head.

Ronghua Building is a famous landmark in Guangzhou.

This is a standard traditional Cantonese Chinese teahouse.

It is also one of the few Chinese teahouses in Guangzhou that offers live Cantonese opera performances.

"Then you have to go and see it. His Cantonese opera performances are very good. For music creators like us, we can find a lot of inspiration in them."

Zhou Ziheng nodded.

He did not tell Chen Xiaoqi about his request immediately.

We'll have plenty of time to talk while we eat.

The car drove quickly on the road and soon arrived at Longjin East Road in Liwan District where Ronghua Building is located.

Chen Xiaoqi parked the car on the road opposite Ronghua Teahouse.

After the two got off the car, Chen Xiaoqi took Zhou Ziheng and ran straight to the teahouse.

It can be seen that the teahouse business is very popular, with many customers coming and going.

From a distance, Zhou Ziheng could hear the Cantonese opera tune coming from inside.

"The sky is full of fallen flowers, blocking out the moonlight"

"Borrow a cup to offer to Fengtai"

"The Emperor's daughter offers incense with tears"

After listening to only two sentences, Zhou Ziheng recognized that this was "The Flower of the Imperial Concubine".

"The Peony Pavilion" was written by opera master Tang Tik-sheng in the late 50s. Tang's lyrics are elegant and touching. In addition, he made extensive use of classical music and attached great importance to the coordination of music, which made his script even more elegant.

After its premiere in 57, this Cantonese opera quickly became popular in Guangdong Province and was widely loved by Cantonese opera lovers.

The tune was widely sung, and almost everyone in Guangdong Province at that time could hum a few lines of it.

"One table for each person!" As we entered the building, the music became more melodious, and the aroma of various delicious snacks mixed with the sad tunes, coupled with the rather classical decoration.

It was as if Zhou Ziheng had traveled back to ancient times.

Chen Xiaoqi had someone arrange a separate table, ordered some snacks, and then pulled Zhou Ziheng to sit by the window.

Chen Xiaoqi must really like listening to Cantonese opera. As soon as he sat down, he fixed his eyes on the stage and listened with great interest.

From time to time, he would shake his head and hum along.

Zhou Ziheng, who was sitting next to him, could clearly tell from his voice that he had a very complete singing style and he must have done a lot of research on Cantonese opera.

Seeing this, Zhou Ziheng looked thoughtful.

He has always wanted to repay Chen Xiaoqi for his support, but he has neither money nor power.

I just want to thank him, but I don't have the chance.

But at this moment, he saw an opportunity.

Since Chen Xiaoqi likes Cantonese opera, why not write a song for him with a strong Cantonese opera style?

Thoughts swirled in my mind.

Zhou Ziheng didn't really listen to the music on the stage, but was thinking about which song was suitable.

"Fallen flowers cover the sky and block out the moonlight"

"Borrow a cup..."

Coincidentally, the Cantonese opera singer on the stage sang "The Flower of the Imperial Concubine" again.

This suddenly opened Zhou Ziheng's mind.

Wouldn’t the song “The Flower of the Imperial Concubine” be ok?
The Cantonese opera version and the more popular "The Flower of the Imperial Concubine" at that time both tend to be traditional, but the popular version that was once popular in later generations has not been released.

Especially the version adapted by Chen Yipeng.

When the female version of that song came out, it was truly amazing.

Thinking of Chen Yipeng, Zhou Ziheng recalled his adaptation of Cui Kaichao's song "Sheng Sheng Man".

His singing in the Cantonese opera style elevated the originally ordinary "Sheng Sheng Man" to several levels.

Thinking of this, Zhou Ziheng looked at Chen Xiaoqi.

He had closed his eyes and was enjoying singing on the stage.

He opened his eyes only after the song "The Flower of the Imperial Concubine" was finished.

"Every time I listen to it, I have a different feeling and can't help but immerse myself in it. I'm sorry to make you laugh!"

As he spoke, he poured a cup of tea for Zhou Ziheng and himself, and then took the initiative to ask:
"You asked me for help before. Tell me what it is. As long as I can help, I won't refuse."

Hearing this, Zhou Ziheng did not hide anything and told him everything about Wang Defa.

"My relationship with the Friendship Salon is just an ordinary resident singing and cabaret relationship. Now he won't let me go, and I don't know what to do."

"You were right not to have a conflict with him." After listening to Zhou Ziheng's words, Chen Xiaoqi put down his teacup, "I also know Wang Defa. He is not a serious businessman. If you make him angry, it will most likely be bad for you. It will not be good for you to confront him head-on."

After thinking for a while, he said, "People like him who started out in the gray business probably won't buy my story.

I'll take you to meet someone in the evening. He's quite influential in both the black and white circles in Guangzhou.

If he can help, your problem won’t be a big deal.”

Hearing this, Zhou Ziheng's heart moved.

I have already guessed that Chen Xiaoqi was talking about Chen Kai.

However, he did not point it out, but just nodded and said, "I'll leave this matter to you, Brother Xiaoqi."

After thinking about it, he called the waiter and asked him to bring paper and pen.

"I can't do anything to thank you, Brother Xiaoqi.

I have two songs here, one is an adaptation of "The Flower of the Imperial Concubine", and the other is my own original song.

Both songs have a unique flavor when sung in Cantonese opera style.

I will give them to you, Brother Xiaoqi, as a thank you!"

As he spoke, he quickly began to compose on paper.

Memorizing the lyrics and melody was not difficult for Zhou Ziheng.

Perhaps it was the compatibility of the souls of the two lives that made his memory very good. Whenever he recalled the songs from his previous life, they would appear clearly in his mind.

He also had the experience of memorizing the songs on the tape "Wandering Songs", which made him feel somewhat familiar when he memorized the songs again.

Under Chen Xiaoqi's surprised gaze, he composed the music and lyrics for two songs in just a few minutes and then handed them to Chen Xiaoqi.

(End of this chapter)