Girl idols are meant to be exploited!

Pochi, who often "rocks alone", realized for the first time that his song could be played in this way.

When the song ended, Kita couldn't help but clap and exclaim, "Great! Miss Xiangzi, you are indeed a professional keyboard player!"

"No, I'm just playing according to the sheet music. It's you who really gave this song its soul."

Xiangzi stopped and smiled, looking at the members of the band.

“The song itself is amazing, and I’m looking forward to seeing how it performs on stage tomorrow.”

Pochi stood aside, looking down at the guitar in his hands.

She felt a little nervous, but also felt a little expectant because of Xiangzi's affirmation.

"Since Miss Xiangzi has no problem, let's start rehearsing!"

Hong Xia clapped her hands vigorously, energetically focusing everyone's attention.

She looked at everyone and encouraged them, "Now that we have an extra keyboard player, the repertoire may need some adjustments, so everyone be prepared!"

"Starting from the first song, and working on it piece by piece, we must bring our best condition to tomorrow's stage!"

Several people nodded, and the atmosphere was filled with a hint of tension as if they were eager to try.

The rehearsal has begun.

The band members quickly got into the groove and each played the part they were familiar with.

The melody of the guitar, the bass of the bass, and the rhythm of the drums gradually intertwined together, while Xiangzi, the "outsider", tentatively added notes on the keyboard.

The prelude at the beginning was fine, however, as the music progressed, problems immediately emerged - overlapping ranges, conflicting melodies, and disordered rhythms made the whole song sound chaotic.

Especially in the climax part, the main melody originally played by the guitar was overshadowed by the keyboard chords, and the bass and drums failed to perfectly integrate with the newly added electronic piano sound.

Kita frowned, stopped playing the guitar, and scratched his hair: "Something's wrong... This feels completely different from what we usually practice."

Hong Xia also stopped beating the drumstick and looked at the others.

“Hmm…now it sounds like each instrument is playing on its own, but there’s no blending between them.”

Pochi whispered, "Maybe it's because there are too many keyboards and too many sounds, making it seem a bit... messy?"

After she finished speaking, she quickly shrank her neck, fearing that her words would offend Xiangzi.

However, Xiangzi just smiled gently and nodded calmly.

"Pochi is right. The arrangement of this song was originally designed for four people. Now that there's a keyboard player, the overall range and layering have changed, so they need to be readjusted."

She turned to Yamada Ryo, her tone holding a hint of sincerity.

"Ms. Liang, I just saw that you are the arranger of this song. Can I help you rearrange the music?"

Yamada Ryo nodded calmly and replied calmly: "Yes, sure."

Rehearsals were temporarily halted.

Yamada Ryo and Shoko sat together and began to analyze and adjust the structure of the music.

"The main melody in this section is better played on guitar, but the harmony can be given to keyboards. The bass part needs to be adjusted to a lower range, and the drum rhythm remains the same."

As Xiangzi spoke, he gently played a simple melody on the keyboard with his fingers as a demonstration.

Yamada Ryo nodded and added, "The melody line of the interlude can be simplified a bit to highlight the keyboard sound and add a layer of emotion."

One of them was calm and composed, the other elegant and professional. They discussed and made marks on the music score at the same time.

After both parties agree, take others to try the newly adjusted parts from the beginning.

There were still some bumps in the road during the first few attempts, but every time a problem arose, Xiangzi and Yamada Ryo were able to quickly point out the cause and provide a solution.

"The guitar's tone is too sharp. Adjust it to be a little softer."

"The chords on the keyboard are too long. Shortening them would make them cleaner."

"The bass needs to be a little more rhythmic..."

Through repeated adjustments, the band's performance gradually improved, and the originally messy music began to show clear layers and smooth rhythm.

Another practice.

When the last note fell, the performance hall was silent. Several girls stood there in a daze, seemingly still immersed in the lingering sound of the melody.

"Is this...is this really our song?" Kita was the first to speak, his eyes filled with surprise and excitement. "Why does it feel completely different?"

Hongxia wiped the sweat from her forehead with a satisfied smile on her face.

"That's right. With the addition of the keyboard, the sound is much richer, especially the interlude, which feels more tense and dynamic!"

"Everyone... is really awesome." Pochi's voice was as soft as a mosquito's, but her eyes swept over everyone in turn, her eyes full of joy.

Yamada Ryo commented calmly, "It could be better, but at least it's barely passable now."

Although her tone was cold, people who knew her knew that this was a rare affirmation from her.

Ijichi Hoshika and Hoshikawa Taku, who had been watching from the side, also came over and applauded them.

"Everyone performed well. This is the best performance I've heard from you in the past few days."

Ichichi Xingge was generous in his praise.

Although only one person was added, the performance was elevated to a higher level.

Her eyes involuntarily fell on Toyokawa Shoko.

The one who performed the best was undoubtedly Shoko Toyokawa, who joined last.

Although she has just arrived, she has demonstrated strong adaptability and musical literacy. She can quickly grasp the characteristics of each person and make targeted arrangements and modifications.

While playing, she was always in control and firmly grasped the rhythm of the entire song.

As expected of someone signed by Taku Hoshikawa as a professional artist, he is indeed quite capable.

Chapter 20: Rock singer or comedian?

After seeing the results of their practice, the girls were very enthusiastic and immediately arranged and adapted the second song.

After Yamada Ryo and Toyokawa Shoko developed a tacit understanding and understood each other's vocal range, the second song arrangement went more smoothly.

The results are also pleasing to the eye.

Another round of rehearsal ends.

Kita Ikuyo, the lead singer, looked at Xiangzi excitedly, her eyes full of admiration.

"Ms. Xiangzi, you're really amazing! I believe that with you here, our performance tomorrow night will be a success!"

In just half a day, Kita was completely impressed by Xiangzi's musical ability and temperament.

Although they were of similar age, she sincerely admired Xiangzi for his elegant and mature temperament as a young lady.

She now wants Xiangzi to join them and form a "lifelong band" together.

Unfortunately, I am only playing with them temporarily.

Xiangzi smiled slightly and said modestly, "Actually, this song is already great. I just added a few minor additions. I believe you can perform it brilliantly even without me."

Xiangzi's words were not just for show.

She was actually quite surprised during the rehearsal.

When she first learned that she was going to join a temporary band, she thought that the members of the band were all newbies and it would be good enough if they could play a complete song on the stage.

But the time they spent together for half a day changed her mind.

Hong Xia's drum playing is solid and steady, with every drum beat precisely on the rhythm, and the power and emotion are just right.

You can tell from the moment you hear it that he has put in a lot of hard work and practiced for at least a few years.

Yamada Ryo's bass skills impressed her even more.

Her playing style is simple yet unique, and her bass is like an undercurrent, firmly supporting the framework of the entire band.

More importantly, the arranging skills and overall understanding of music demonstrated by Yamada Ryo in rehearsals are obviously not something that ordinary musicians can achieve.

In comparison, Kita Ikuyo's problems are relatively obvious.

Objectively speaking, her guitar skills are only at the beginner level. She often has some stuttering when playing, and even misses beats in some complex passages.

But as the lead singer, her performance was eye-catching.

While her skills need some polish, she makes up for it with her enthusiasm and infectious natural energy.

The shortcomings in her guitar part were perfectly filled by the excellent guitar playing skills of the timid and socially anxious girl who called them "Pochi-chan".

Pochi looks weak, but as soon as her fingers touch the guitar, she becomes extremely confident and her playing level reaches professional level.

This doesn't sound like a newly formed band at all.

Xiangzi even felt that even some amateur bands that had been established for several years might not be able to reach such a level and tacit understanding.

"Then let's continue practicing!" Hong Xia's eyes lit up with fighting spirit, "Since this song is already perfect enough, let's practice the next one!"

Xiangzi nodded in agreement and put his fingers back on the keys. The others also readjusted themselves and took their places.

"Okay, it's almost time, let's end today's rehearsal."

At this time, Yidizhi Xingge clapped his hands, and the crisp sound echoed in the empty hall.

"Pack up your equipment. The band that's going to perform tonight will be here for rehearsal in a while."

Seeing the girls' mood suddenly drop, Ijichi Hoshika folded her arms, sighed, and said encouragingly with a smile:

"You guys performed very well today, and it completely met my expectations. I hope you can perform just as well on stage tomorrow."

"On the stage..."

Hearing these words, Pochi seemed to have heard some terrifying keywords, and his whole body began to tremble.

"That means there will be a lot of audiences in the audience..."

"Can I wear this on stage?!"

Pochi found a mango box from somewhere and put it on his head, turning himself into a cardboard man.

"As long as I can't see the audience, I can give it my all!" Pochi's voice came from the box, revealing a hint of desperate determination.

Hongxia covered her forehead with her hands, feeling helpless and amused.

"Pochi, that won't do. The most important thing about rock music is the interaction with the audience. If you wear a cardboard box, people will think you're a comedian, right?"

Xiangzi walked forward gently and gently took the cardboard box off Pochi's head.

"Don't be afraid, Bochi. The audience is not our enemy. They are here to enjoy our music. As long as you focus on your guitar, everything else won't be so scary."

After a pause, she added, "Besides...you are not alone. We are here with you. As long as you can perform as steadily as you did today, we will take care of the rest."

"Ms. Shoko...!" Pochi looked at Shoko Toyokawa with tears in his eyes.

She is such a good person!

I'm comforting myself at this time!

Xiangzi looked at Pochi and smiled slightly, but his eyes were a little dazed.

She saw the shadow of Takamatsu Touma in Pochi.

This is how I used to comfort and encourage her when she was timid and afraid to perform on stage.

It's such a pity that I couldn't continue to form a band with her.

But now she should be forming other bands, right?

With the person called "Chihaya Aine".

The few people who finished the band were very sensitive and they all noticed Xiangzi's sudden change in mood.

Pochi subconsciously thought it was his fault.

"Miss Xiangzi!"

Boqi suddenly clenched his guitar, mustered up his courage and shouted, "Don't worry! I will definitely work hard tomorrow! Even if I burn out on stage, I will give you a great performance and won't hold you back!"

"No need to burn it out..." Xiangzi laughed dumbly, "Pochi, as long as you perform well like today, it will be enough."

This girl named Pochi is really funny. Sometimes she is so timid that she wants to hide in a cardboard box, and sometimes she suddenly bursts out with passionate lines that make people laugh and cry.