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usagijen · 2007-03-27, 11:12

first part of the summary... will finish this tomorrow, as I am already being summoned to sleep (don't want to yet~ >.<;;; ) sigh... =__=''

Spoiler:

It was the day of the competiton, and Hino rushes off to school because she slept late (as usual). She sees Yunoki standing on top of the stairs on the way to Seisou Gakuen, and was surprised by the fact that he's there. "What's with that stupid face this early in the morning?", he said. Hino was surprised to see that he's back, and Yunoki tells her that he came for the final selection. He just went to England to cancel his plans for studying there. Hino could not believe that it was true, with which Yunoki told her "Gullible people are really stupid." Hino was at first a little irritated by what he said, but became glad now that Yunoki was there. Yunoki sees her smiling and asks what's with that look on her face (it gives me the creeps, he said ^^;; ). Hino tells him she's looking forward to his performance, and Yunoki gives his usual reply, "You really are an annoying person." Hino was just glad that he will be able to participate in the concours now...

Yunoki arrives at Seisou Gakuen, much to the surprise and delight of his fans. Soon afterwards, Yunoki goes to the dressing room where all the male participants are, and were all speechless (as though they've seen a ghost). Hihara especially, was glad to see him, yet wondered what happened to his plans to study in England. It is only then that Kanazawa-sensei reveals to them that Yunoki only went to England to cancel his plans (or rather his grandmother's) of studying. They were surprised that Kana-yan knew it all along, yet decided to keep it from them because he thought it was interesting (and indeed it brought interesting results

) Yunoki apologizes for surprising everyone, to which Tsuchiura tells him that it's not such a big deal. Tsuchiura even tells him that the competition has become more interesting now that he's participating.

Hino goes to the women's dressing room to prepare for the competition, then Lili comes out and tells her to do her best without any regrets. Lili offers her the "best dress" (according to him), and was just about to cast some spell on her when a girl from the music academy barges in and tells her of a bad news. Mori-san, her accompanist, got into an accident and left her hand injured. Amou defends Mori and explains to Hino that she witness how this reckless car run past her and causing her hand an injury. Mori deeply apologizes for this incident, as she won't be able to accompany her in this final selection. Tsuchiura offers to be her accompanist, but then he wasn't allowed to do so since he's one of the competitors for the concours. Tsuchiura further insists on doing so, especially since Hino was supposed to be the first to perform. Just when they thought they were out of other ideas, Shouji-san arrives and offers to become Hino's accompanist.

Everyone was surprised by her appearance, since she was the one who left Hino alone in her performance before. Shouji tells Hino that she knows she doesn't have the right to ask her this, yet she deeply regretted what she did before, to the point of wanting to even quit playing the piano. Listening to Hino's recent practice reminded her of the enjoyment she had when she was just starting to play the piano. "I love music, and now I've decided to once again face this love I have for music", she says, and asks Hino to allow her to fulfill that by becoming her accompanist. Hino gladly accepts Shouji's offer, which brought her to tears. Kana-yan worries over the fact that they never got to practice before this, and Hihara tells Kana-yan to let them switch places and make Hino perform last, to give her ample time to practice with Shouji. Everyone agrees with this, and Yunoki who was supposedly next to Hino, was to perform first instead.

The judges announce the change in the sequence of performance, and Yunoki's fans were ecstatic to find that he became the first to perform. Yunoki thinks that it is indeed true that he lacked practice, but that just makes things more interesting. As Yunoki performs, Ousaki comments on how he performs magnificently as usual, but now it has had more depth. Hino proceeds with her practice as the performance is going on, and was reminded of what happened between her and Yunoki before. "I'm really glad that Yunoki-sempai was able to come back... I was shocked when I saw sempai's true personality, but thanks to that, I was able to gain the courage to face the fact that I've been deceiving other people too... and allowed me to take a close look at my true feelings.", Hino said. The judges comment on how delicate yet magnificent Yunoki's performance is. Hihara welcomes Yunoki after his performance and tells him how impressed he was with his performance. "You've really come back! It's great that you were able to join the competition", says Hihara.

Hihara was the next to perform, and tells himself (and also Hino), "Do your best Hino. I'll do my best too, because I love the trumpet". Hihara starts performing and was filled with thoughts of wanting his trumpet to reach his loved ones. "I want to encourage the one I love with my own music... and give her courage", he said. Hino then remembers his memories with Hihara, that he was the first one who taught him about music - that it should be done to one's enjoyment. "I wonder how much I've been relying on Hihara-sempai up until now... I want to be perform such that I will be able to return the [feelings of] encouragement [sempai] has given me. Thank you for always being by my side, Hihara-sempai.", says Hino. The judges were impressed by how Hihara's performance not only gives a feeling of encourament / reassurance, but also allows them to feel the warmth of the music's "soul". Kana-yan greets him after his performance, saying how he seemed to be contented with his performance. Hihara agrees, and says that he couldn't believe he will be able to play that well.

Fuyuumi's turn comes up, and Hino comments on how she is able to relax during her performance now (and doesn't get nervous anymore). Hino thinks about Fuyuumi, and tells about how she has thught about her as a little sister, but it doesn't seem so anymore now that she shone brightly than anyone. "...As the concours progressed, you too have grown to be a gorgeous woman.", says Hino. Ousaki and Hihara commment on how Fuyuumi's performance gives out this light melody, as though it is made of feathers. Even the judges are amazed by her performance, and says that both her technique and expression of the music is great.

The fourth to perform was Shimizu, who the judges notice to have changed his instrument in preference to a Baroque cello. Kana-yan realizes the reason as to why Shimizu chose the Baroque cello... it was because it was more suited to the music of Bach's timeline. "His performance is accurate beyond doubt, yet at the same time shows his own original expression". Hearing Shimizu's performance also brings back memories to Hino - especially how he was able to learn things from him too. "I deeply respect Shimizu's seriousness towards music. From now on, let's do our best to perform with the music within our hearts, ok?" Just then, Ousaki-sempai calls out Hino as her performance is almost up. Tsuchiura asks her if she can make it to her performance (or if she will be able to manage), to which she simply replies "I've done what I could, all that's left for me to do is to do my best".

Tsukimori performs next, and as Hino listens to his performance, she couldn't help but feel as though the music is resounding, yet impending in her heart. She was filled with thoughts of Tsukimori, and remembers that the first person who made her realize the beauty of the violin is no other than Tsukimori. "But now it's not simply its beauty I feel... it resounds in my heart, and makes me feel reassurance and warmth. Despite the fact that he tells me about harsh truths, I am drawn to Tsukimori's music, and allowed me to go this far", says Hino. The judges says that both Tsukimori's technique and expression is marvelous, and that his level of performance has greatly improved within the one year time he spent at Seisou Gakuen.

For the 'partial' list of the songs for the concours, here it is (I list them as I go on making the summary):

Yunoki: Vocalise, Op. 34 No. 14 by Rachmaninoff
Hihara: Jupiter, movement from The Planets by Holst
Fuyuumi: Clarinet Polka by Prohaska
Shimizu: Unaccompanied Cello Suite No. 1 by Bach
Tsukimori: 24 Caprices by Paganini

will be posting this summary in my blog tomorrow (after I've completed it), where I'll be adding screenshots with it :3

nyt~

Kaitou Icery · 2007-03-27, 13:02

Ooh~ I reeeally~ have to watch this epi (which is kinda sad since I downloaded it two days ago. XD; ). OMG~ I love that song that Len plays; it was also on the Divertimento album too. ^^ Because all the caprices that Paganini wrote were just for solo violin, an accompanist wouldn't be needed. You could, but it sounds a whole~ lot better with the violin alone. ^^

I have all but number 11 of his 24 caprices that he wrote (as that was the ONLY one that was messed up on that CD I borrowed. >.<; ) Number 24 isn't his hardest caprice either, as some of his other ones, like number 5 (as it's the one I can remember off the top of my head) is like 10x faster and harder. O.o;

ani_d · 2007-03-27, 13:53

Thanks for the summary!! ^.^ I can't believe it's over.

Spoiler for ep 25:

Btw, I heard a rumor on youtube that there's going to be a special addition of episodes for the show to finally conclude, like an OVA episode. Anyone here knows more about it? Is it even true? -_-

usagijen · 2007-03-27, 19:33

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Originally Posted by ani_d

Thanks for the summary!! ^.^ I can't believe it's over.

Spoiler for ep 25:

Btw, I heard a rumor on youtube that there's going to be a special addition of episodes for the show to finally conclude, like an OVA episode. Anyone here knows more about it? Is it even true? -_-

yeah~ loved that too ^-^
good thing they removed the opening and ending credits, as well as the "middle cut" (?) portion so the episode is like, "full length"

about the special episode, someone already mentioned about this in the forum... this episode will be included in the last DVD, which should come out by September

Sigh... now I wonder if I should go buy that DVD.. o_o

as for the rest of the summary... looks like I won't be able to make it till I go home (in like, 12 hours from now =__='''), coz I left my external hard disk where I keep the Corda episodes... T__T''' gomen... >.>;;;

TigerII · 2007-03-27, 20:11

http://kuroinamida.animeblogger.net/...ro-25-the-end/

Summary of 25.

Ch1kane · 2007-03-27, 22:21

anyone can give me a cheap website where i can purchase composer songs played by them? i give up trying to download it -_-

PreSage · 2007-03-28, 00:01

I wonder if this special final episode will be like the special ending of the Corda game

Ah...shouldn't be too hopeful.

Charcol · 2007-03-28, 04:52

What a pretty episode! ^.^ I must find sheet music for that Clarinet Polka now. I've already had the local music store searching half of Australia for Fuyuumi's first piece, Reger's Romance, but this one's very cute so I don't mind the 6 week wait.

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Originally Posted by Ch1kane

anyone can give me a cheap website where i can purchase composer songs played by them? i give up trying to download it -_-

Do you mean sheet music or recordings? For free license sheet music http://www.imslp.org/ is a great place to look, especially for the more popular classical music.

And thanks to usagijen for the song list!

kiwi_666 · 2007-03-28, 05:19

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Originally Posted by ando

Corda wallpapers:

You can find the same wallpapers of different sizes from this site:
http://www.corda-primopasso.com/download/index.html

According to this release information, the DVDs will be released with 2, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3, 2+1 epis every month from January, so the relase date of the last DVD including the special epi will be the end of September.

Thanks for the information

Ch1kane · 2007-03-28, 06:11

i'm looking for the recordings hee

Charcol · 2007-03-28, 06:51

Ah, in that case check out this persons livejournal account, you just have to scroll down a bit. I'm getting 404's for the torrents but they've uploaded the music from 1st 2nd and 3rd selections to MegaUpload as well as the 3 disk edition of Divertimento.
http://splash.livejournal.com/tag/kiniro+no+corda

Although if you do want to purchase it you could look around CD Japan
www.cdjapan.co.jp/detailview.html?KEY=SICC-549

or CD Universe
http://www.cduniverse.com/productinf...=7410620&BAB=E

or if you look on Amazon they'll probably have them there ^.^
it's really great music, I love the Ave Maria duet.. aaah, TsukixHino..

usagijen · 2007-03-28, 09:17

hmm... oh well, just going to post the entire summary again... lol

Spoiler:

can't believe this is the end... *sniff*
but it's really a great ending, despite the lack of a definite pair ending, which would've made me (a Tsuki x Hino fan) more delighted

(but then that'll make all the supporters of other Hino x guy pairing... XD) Despite the lack of a definite ending, I'd say that the development of the relationship between the characters and Hino, and how they played a part in making her realize her love for music, is clearly shown~ With how things are, all fans could actually pick a guy for Hino, without the need to question as to how Hino would love that guy, since it's clearly depicted in the anime. We just have our own biases, that's all... in my opinion

gonna post this in my blog too, in a few minutes... so do check that out too, especially if you want to read it together with some screenshots (for a better "feel"

). Gonna move my blog to another domain soon (gonna group-blog with other fellow anime otakus I personally know)... so hopefully that'll make things turn out for the better ^-^

haleine_sapphire · 2007-03-28, 09:57

thanx for the summary jen... and 'll check your blog later 'for a better feel'... hehehe

btw, received your email already... thanx

Ch1kane · 2007-03-28, 12:51

aww its the end so she ended up falling in love with the volin! good series for me i'm sure most here would think so too. i like the character development in this show! hope u guys enjoy it as much as i do and thanks usagijen for ur summary and others who have post great pics and info about the show!!

inuken · 2007-03-28, 13:51

hello all! thank you very much for the summary, but were i can find the last ep ?

because on youtube it isn't.......

Kaitou Icery · 2007-03-28, 15:01

@ Ch1kane: I have that album and the first 3 selections on my fansite: Crescendo - La Corda D'Oro (Kiniro no Corda) fansite

I've got them uploaded as one whole zip file or you can download the individual tracks. I plan on uploading more albums, once I get them translated, which is on the process, thanks to Akemi. ^^

@ inuken: I haven't added the last episode to my site yet, but I do have it uploaded onto sendspace and megaupload (whatever's easier for you)

Sendspace link
Megaupload link

inuken · 2007-03-28, 15:10

thank you very much..i don't know why, but seems that la corda is out from all youtube sites ..i found part 1 and 2 on hoosoo.tv..but the last..not..well again thank you

TigerII · 2007-03-28, 15:30

Well...sort of an ending that left it open for further animation. Plus, isn't there a 26th episode for DVD or something?

usagijen · 2007-03-28, 21:00

Here's a little bonus piccie (a patched up version of the screenshot of the Stella Quintet guys playing...). I was thinking all I have to do was just paste the two "partial screenshot" and everything will go well, but... it turned out tougher than I thought, so I had to do some tweaking =___='''

Anyways, hope you guys will like this~ (though I wish there would be a Yuki-Kure illustration version of this instead

)

Spoiler:

PreSage · 2007-03-28, 23:01

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Originally Posted by Ch1kane

....so she ended up falling in love with the volin!...

"Violin Romance"...go figures. Who'd have guessed the producers of Corda were so twisted in their thinking

.

*sigh* My hunger for romance in Corda was unfulfilled - although the show itself was overall good.

...Tsukimori...

Bye-Bye

What really upsets me is the GH ending...it just had to stop on such a high note! GAH!!!

I sooo wanted more of that series.

2007-03-27, 13:53	Link #1103
ani_d Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Age: 38	Thanks for the summary!! ^.^ I can't believe it's over. Spoiler for ep 25: I loved how they played brand new breeze at the end. I'd give anything to have those bishies saying my name so intimately hahah Btw, I heard a rumor on youtube that there's going to be a special addition of episodes for the show to finally conclude, like an OVA episode. Anyone here knows more about it? Is it even true? -_-

2007-03-28, 00:01	Link #1107
PreSage Strangely dependable... Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: some random place out there...	I wonder if this special final episode will be like the special ending of the Corda game Ah...shouldn't be too hopeful. __________________ :\|::\|Sig Gallery\|::\|: --------------- [/TH][/TR][/table]

2007-03-28, 09:17	Link #1112
usagijen Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003	hmm... oh well, just going to post the entire summary again... lol Spoiler: It was the day of the competiton, and Hino rushes off to school because she slept late (as usual). She sees Yunoki standing on top of the stairs on the way to Seisou Gakuen, and was surprised by the fact that he's there. "What's with that stupid face this early in the morning?", he said. Hino was surprised to see that he's back, and Yunoki tells her that he came for the final selection. He just went to England to cancel his plans for studying there. Hino could not believe that it was true, with which Yunoki told her "Gullible people are really stupid." Hino was at first a little irritated by what he said, but became glad now that Yunoki was there. Yunoki sees her smiling and asks what's with that look on her face (it gives me the creeps, he said ^^;; ). Hino tells him she's looking forward to his performance, and Yunoki gives his usual reply, "You really are an annoying person." Hino was just glad that he will be able to participate in the concours now... Yunoki arrives at Seisou Gakuen, much to the surprise and delight of his fans. Soon afterwards, Yunoki goes to the dressing room where all the male participants are, and were all speechless (as though they've seen a ghost). Hihara especially, was glad to see him, yet wondered what happened to his plans to study in England. It is only then that Kanazawa-sensei reveals to them that Yunoki only went to England to cancel his plans (or rather his grandmother's) of studying. They were surprised that Kana-yan knew it all along, yet decided to keep it from them because he thought it was interesting (and indeed it brought interesting results ) Yunoki apologizes for surprising everyone, to which Tsuchiura tells him that it's not such a big deal. Tsuchiura even tells him that the competition has become more interesting now that he's participating. Hino goes to the women's dressing room to prepare for the competition, then Lili comes out and tells her to do her best without any regrets. Lili offers her the "best dress" (according to him), and was just about to cast some spell on her when a girl from the music academy barges in and tells her of a bad news. Mori-san, her accompanist, got into an accident and left her hand injured. Amou defends Mori and explains to Hino that she witness how this reckless car run past her and causing her hand an injury. Mori deeply apologizes for this incident, as she won't be able to accompany her in this final selection. Tsuchiura offers to be her accompanist, but then he wasn't allowed to do so since he's one of the competitors for the concours. Tsuchiura further insists on doing so, especially since Hino was supposed to be the first to perform. Just when they thought they were out of other ideas, Shoji-san arrives and offers to become Hino's accompanist. Everyone was surprised by her appearance, since she was the one who left Hino alone in her performance before. Shoji tells Hino that she knows she doesn't have the right to ask her this, yet she deeply regretted what she did before, to the point of wanting to even quit playing the piano. Listening to Hino's recent practice reminded her of the enjoyment she had when she was just starting to play the piano. "I love music, and now I've decided to once again face this love I have for music", she says, and asks Hino to allow her to fulfill that by becoming her accompanist. Hino gladly accepts Shoji's offer, which brought her to tears. Kana-yan worries over the fact that they never got to practice before this, and Hihara tells Kana-yan to let them switch places and make Hino perform last, to give her ample time to practice with Shoji. Everyone agrees with this, and Yunoki who was supposedly next to Hino, was to perform first instead. The judges announce the change in the sequence of performance, and Yunoki's fans were ecstatic to find that he became the first to perform. Yunoki thinks that it is indeed true that he lacked practice, but that just makes things more interesting. As Yunoki performs, Ousaki comments on how he performs magnificently as usual, but now it has had more depth. Hino proceeds with her practice as the performance is going on, and was reminded of what happened between her and Yunoki before. "I'm really glad that Yunoki-sempai was able to come back... I was shocked when I saw sempai's true personality, but thanks to that, I was able to gain the courage to face the fact that I've been deceiving other people too... and allowed me to take a close look at my true feelings.", Hino said. The judges comment on how delicate yet magnificent Yunoki's performance is. Hihara welcomes Yunoki after his performance and tells him how impressed he was with his performance. "You've really come back! It's great that you were able to join the competition", says Hihara. Hihara was the next to perform, and tells himself (and also Hino), "Do your best Hino. I'll do my best too, because I love the trumpet". Hihara starts performing and was filled with thoughts of wanting his trumpet to reach his loved ones. "I want to encourage the one I love with my own music... and give her courage", he said. Hino then remembers his memories with Hihara, that he was the first one who taught him about music - that it should be done to one's enjoyment. "I wonder how much I've been relying on Hihara-sempai up until now... I want to be perform such that I will be able to return the [feelings of] encouragement [sempai] has given me. Thank you for always being by my side, Hihara-sempai.", says Hino. The judges were impressed by how Hihara's performance not only gives a feeling of encourament / reassurance, but also allows them to feel the warmth of the music's "soul". Kana-yan greets him after his performance, saying how he seemed to be contented with his performance. Hihara agrees, and says that he couldn't believe he will be able to play that well. Fuyuumi's turn comes up, and Hino comments on how she is able to relax during her performance now (and doesn't get nervous anymore). Hino thinks about Fuyuumi, and tells about how she has thought about her as a little sister, but it doesn't seem so anymore now that she shone brightly than anyone. "...As the concours progressed, you too have grown to be a gorgeous woman.", says Hino. Ousaki and Hihara commment on how Fuyuumi's performance gives out this light melody, as though it is made of feathers. Even the judges are amazed by her performance, and says that both her technique and expression of the music is great. The fourth to perform was Shimizu, who the judges notice to have changed his instrument in preference to a Baroque cello. Kana-yan realizes the reason as to why Shimizu chose the Baroque cello... it was because it was more suited to the music of Bach's timeline. "His performance accurate beyond doubt, yet at the same time shows his own original expression". Hearing Shimizu's performance also brings back memories to Hino, how he was able to learn a lot from him too. "I deeply respect Shimizu's seriousness towards music. From now on, let's do our best to perform with the music within our hearts, ok?" Just then, Ousaki-sempai calls out Hino as her performance is almost up. Tsuchiura asks her if she can make it to her performance, to which she simply replies "I've done what I could, all that's left for me to do is to do my best". Tsukimori performs next, and as Hino listens to his performance, she couldn't help but feel as though the music is resounding, yet impending in her heart. She was filled with thoughts of Tsukimori, and remembers that the first person who made her realize the beauty of the violin is no other than Tsukimori. "But now it's not simply its beauty I feel... [his music] resounds in my heart, and makes me feel the reassurance and warmth in his feelings. Despite the fact that he tells me about harsh truths, I am drawn to Tsukimori's music, and that became a key instrument in making me go this far", says Hino. The judges says that both Tsukimori's technique and expression is marvelous, and that his level of performance has greatly improved within the one year time he spent at Seisou Gakuen. Returning from his performance, Tsukimori asks Hino as to how her preparation went. Hino tells him that she was able to make the necessary preparations, though she can't say that it's perfect. Tsukimori then advises her to simply perform with her own style of music. As Tsukimori walks away, Tsuchiura tells him "Looks like I should be saying, I accept your challenge, eh... I'll say it again, I won't lost to you". Tsukimori's reply was simply "It's your turn". Tsuchiura starts his performance, and now Hino thinks about how Tsuchiura has always helped her out. "You've always been by my side, constantly worrying (caring) about me. At times, he gets really mad because of things I do. This performance which is certainly filled with warmth, is just like Tsuchiura. I believe it's because of him that I was able to do my best up until now.", says Hino. As Tsuchiura continues with his performance, the shadow of his past self (his past self who joined the concours before) appears, and Tsuchiura tells him "How long are you planning to keep that [sorrowful] look on your face? You're a man, right? Stop moping. I've gotten over that, and it's all thanks to Hino. And now there's nothing else that gives me more happiness than playing the piano", then the little Tsuchiura looks at him with gleam in his eyes. Tsuchiura continues playing with everything he had... and the judges comments on how Tsuchiura's performance exudes fineness / subtlety in the midst of its intensity. Hihara greets him and tells him how impressed he is by his performance. He looks at Tsukimori, who tells him "That performance was just like you [your character]. You're going to continue playing with your own style from this time on, right?" Tsuchiura replies, "I'll return those words back at you" And finally, it's Hino's turn to perform. Amou and the others were surprised that Hino is going to perform wearing simply her uniform, and Hino tells them that it's alright, since she will be performing "just as she is". Everyone agrees that such a decision is indeed like Hino. As she comes out the stage, Mio and Nao notice her accompanist, while the other ones notice how she's wearing her uniform for the selection. Lili was a little worried as to how her performance will go, yet Hino didn't feel the slightest fear, since her violin is with her. "This day has finally come, my violin", Hino tells her violin, "This bond which brought me to the world of music... it's now time to return my thanks to you [violin]." As Hino performs, she continues to convey her thoughts to the violin, and says "So many things has happened... Ever since the time I was given this violin, I had lots of wonderful encounters - wonderful memories that music has bestowed me. There have also been painful memories which brought me to tears, but may it be memories of sadness or happiness, I treasure them all. Indeed, I fell in love with this violin, and also fell in love with music. To my friends who have constantly watched over me, comforted me, and became my support... And, to Lili, who brought me to the world of music. I dedicate this song to all of you, this Ave Maria. This marks the beginning of this [journey]" Hino's performance ends, and all the students (including Yunoki's fans) applaud her for he splendid performance. Lili and everyone in the concours was really happy for her too. Hino was overjoyed by how her performance was accepted by all these people, and tells her violin, "Can you hear it? Everyone's applauding this much [for our performance]. Thank you, for staying with me [and having been through all this with me] all this time." Tears of joy run down from her face to the golden chord of her violin, making it shine. The concours ends, and Hino decides to stay a little longer inside the concert hall. Lili pays her a visit, and thanks her for making the concours this wonderful / marvelous. Hino also thanks Lili for everything, and tells him that she's going to continue playing the violin from that moment on [till the end]... to continue playing with the music in her heart. Just then, they hear the sound of someone playing, and were surprised to see that the "Cresendo" guys has prepared a little ensemble performance just for her, and each of them calls out her name Shimizu: Kaho-sempai Yunoki: Kahoko. Tsuchiura: Kaho Tsukimori: Kahoko Hihara: Kaho-chan Lili rings the school bells, as a sign that the concours (for that year) has ended. Hino sort of narrates a "semi-epiloque", with her words, "From this moment on, I'm moving on towards a new path (in my life). Then scenes of Hino and the others helping out the kids in their mini-concert is shown... As the episode ends, Hino leaves this last words to the audience: "It will be great if we'll meet again someday" List of songs played: Yunoki: Vocalise, Op. 34 No. 14 (Rachmaninoff) Hihara: Jupiter, movement from The Planets (Holst) Fuyuumi: Clarinet Polka (Poland folk song) Shimizu: Unaccompanied Cello Suite No. 1 (Bach) Tsukimori: 24 Caprices by (Paganini) Tsuchiura: La Campanella (Liszt) Hino: Ave Maria (Schubert) The Stella Quintet: Salut D'Amour (Elgar) -> this is the "special song" in the game... although it wasn't what I expected, it's great that all the guys performed this~ >o< can't believe this is the end... sniff but it's really a great ending, despite the lack of a definite pair ending, which would've made me (a Tsuki x Hino fan) more delighted (but then that'll make all the supporters of other Hino x guy pairing... XD) Despite the lack of a definite ending, I'd say that the development of the relationship between the characters and Hino, and how they played a part in making her realize her love for music, is clearly shown~ With how things are, all fans could actually pick a guy for Hino, without the need to question as to how Hino would love that guy, since it's clearly depicted in the anime. We just have our own biases, that's all... in my opinion gonna post this in my blog too, in a few minutes... so do check that out too, especially if you want to read it together with some screenshots (for a better "feel" ). Gonna move my blog to another domain soon (gonna group-blog with other fellow anime otakus I personally know)... so hopefully that'll make things turn out for the better ^-^ Last edited by usagijen; 2007-03-28 at 22:16.

2007-03-28, 09:57	Link #1113
haleine_sapphire h0peLesS r0mAntiC Artist Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: philippines	thanx for the summary jen... and 'll check your blog later 'for a better feel'... hehehe btw, received your email already... thanx __________________ sApphiRe ^_^ ONE CRAZY FANGIRL ^_^

2007-03-28, 21:00	Link #1119
usagijen Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003	Here's a little bonus piccie (a patched up version of the screenshot of the Stella Quintet guys playing...). I was thinking all I have to do was just paste the two "partial screenshot" and everything will go well, but... it turned out tougher than I thought, so I had to do some tweaking =___=''' Anyways, hope you guys will like this~ (though I wish there would be a Yuki-Kure illustration version of this instead ) Spoiler: Last edited by usagijen; 2007-03-28 at 21:57.

2007-03-27, 11:12	Link #1101
usagijen Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003	first part of the summary... will finish this tomorrow, as I am already being summoned to sleep (don't want to yet~ >.<;;; ) sigh... =__='' Spoiler: It was the day of the competiton, and Hino rushes off to school because she slept late (as usual). She sees Yunoki standing on top of the stairs on the way to Seisou Gakuen, and was surprised by the fact that he's there. "What's with that stupid face this early in the morning?", he said. Hino was surprised to see that he's back, and Yunoki tells her that he came for the final selection. He just went to England to cancel his plans for studying there. Hino could not believe that it was true, with which Yunoki told her "Gullible people are really stupid." Hino was at first a little irritated by what he said, but became glad now that Yunoki was there. Yunoki sees her smiling and asks what's with that look on her face (it gives me the creeps, he said ^^;; ). Hino tells him she's looking forward to his performance, and Yunoki gives his usual reply, "You really are an annoying person." Hino was just glad that he will be able to participate in the concours now... Yunoki arrives at Seisou Gakuen, much to the surprise and delight of his fans. Soon afterwards, Yunoki goes to the dressing room where all the male participants are, and were all speechless (as though they've seen a ghost). Hihara especially, was glad to see him, yet wondered what happened to his plans to study in England. It is only then that Kanazawa-sensei reveals to them that Yunoki only went to England to cancel his plans (or rather his grandmother's) of studying. They were surprised that Kana-yan knew it all along, yet decided to keep it from them because he thought it was interesting (and indeed it brought interesting results ) Yunoki apologizes for surprising everyone, to which Tsuchiura tells him that it's not such a big deal. Tsuchiura even tells him that the competition has become more interesting now that he's participating. Hino goes to the women's dressing room to prepare for the competition, then Lili comes out and tells her to do her best without any regrets. Lili offers her the "best dress" (according to him), and was just about to cast some spell on her when a girl from the music academy barges in and tells her of a bad news. Mori-san, her accompanist, got into an accident and left her hand injured. Amou defends Mori and explains to Hino that she witness how this reckless car run past her and causing her hand an injury. Mori deeply apologizes for this incident, as she won't be able to accompany her in this final selection. Tsuchiura offers to be her accompanist, but then he wasn't allowed to do so since he's one of the competitors for the concours. Tsuchiura further insists on doing so, especially since Hino was supposed to be the first to perform. Just when they thought they were out of other ideas, Shouji-san arrives and offers to become Hino's accompanist. Everyone was surprised by her appearance, since she was the one who left Hino alone in her performance before. Shouji tells Hino that she knows she doesn't have the right to ask her this, yet she deeply regretted what she did before, to the point of wanting to even quit playing the piano. Listening to Hino's recent practice reminded her of the enjoyment she had when she was just starting to play the piano. "I love music, and now I've decided to once again face this love I have for music", she says, and asks Hino to allow her to fulfill that by becoming her accompanist. Hino gladly accepts Shouji's offer, which brought her to tears. Kana-yan worries over the fact that they never got to practice before this, and Hihara tells Kana-yan to let them switch places and make Hino perform last, to give her ample time to practice with Shouji. Everyone agrees with this, and Yunoki who was supposedly next to Hino, was to perform first instead. The judges announce the change in the sequence of performance, and Yunoki's fans were ecstatic to find that he became the first to perform. Yunoki thinks that it is indeed true that he lacked practice, but that just makes things more interesting. As Yunoki performs, Ousaki comments on how he performs magnificently as usual, but now it has had more depth. Hino proceeds with her practice as the performance is going on, and was reminded of what happened between her and Yunoki before. "I'm really glad that Yunoki-sempai was able to come back... I was shocked when I saw sempai's true personality, but thanks to that, I was able to gain the courage to face the fact that I've been deceiving other people too... and allowed me to take a close look at my true feelings.", Hino said. The judges comment on how delicate yet magnificent Yunoki's performance is. Hihara welcomes Yunoki after his performance and tells him how impressed he was with his performance. "You've really come back! It's great that you were able to join the competition", says Hihara. Hihara was the next to perform, and tells himself (and also Hino), "Do your best Hino. I'll do my best too, because I love the trumpet". Hihara starts performing and was filled with thoughts of wanting his trumpet to reach his loved ones. "I want to encourage the one I love with my own music... and give her courage", he said. Hino then remembers his memories with Hihara, that he was the first one who taught him about music - that it should be done to one's enjoyment. "I wonder how much I've been relying on Hihara-sempai up until now... I want to be perform such that I will be able to return the [feelings of] encouragement [sempai] has given me. Thank you for always being by my side, Hihara-sempai.", says Hino. The judges were impressed by how Hihara's performance not only gives a feeling of encourament / reassurance, but also allows them to feel the warmth of the music's "soul". Kana-yan greets him after his performance, saying how he seemed to be contented with his performance. Hihara agrees, and says that he couldn't believe he will be able to play that well. Fuyuumi's turn comes up, and Hino comments on how she is able to relax during her performance now (and doesn't get nervous anymore). Hino thinks about Fuyuumi, and tells about how she has thught about her as a little sister, but it doesn't seem so anymore now that she shone brightly than anyone. "...As the concours progressed, you too have grown to be a gorgeous woman.", says Hino. Ousaki and Hihara commment on how Fuyuumi's performance gives out this light melody, as though it is made of feathers. Even the judges are amazed by her performance, and says that both her technique and expression of the music is great. The fourth to perform was Shimizu, who the judges notice to have changed his instrument in preference to a Baroque cello. Kana-yan realizes the reason as to why Shimizu chose the Baroque cello... it was because it was more suited to the music of Bach's timeline. "His performance is accurate beyond doubt, yet at the same time shows his own original expression". Hearing Shimizu's performance also brings back memories to Hino - especially how he was able to learn things from him too. "I deeply respect Shimizu's seriousness towards music. From now on, let's do our best to perform with the music within our hearts, ok?" Just then, Ousaki-sempai calls out Hino as her performance is almost up. Tsuchiura asks her if she can make it to her performance (or if she will be able to manage), to which she simply replies "I've done what I could, all that's left for me to do is to do my best". Tsukimori performs next, and as Hino listens to his performance, she couldn't help but feel as though the music is resounding, yet impending in her heart. She was filled with thoughts of Tsukimori, and remembers that the first person who made her realize the beauty of the violin is no other than Tsukimori. "But now it's not simply its beauty I feel... it resounds in my heart, and makes me feel reassurance and warmth. Despite the fact that he tells me about harsh truths, I am drawn to Tsukimori's music, and allowed me to go this far", says Hino. The judges says that both Tsukimori's technique and expression is marvelous, and that his level of performance has greatly improved within the one year time he spent at Seisou Gakuen. For the 'partial' list of the songs for the concours, here it is (I list them as I go on making the summary): Yunoki: Vocalise, Op. 34 No. 14 by Rachmaninoff Hihara: Jupiter, movement from The Planets by Holst Fuyuumi: Clarinet Polka by Prohaska Shimizu: Unaccompanied Cello Suite No. 1 by Bach Tsukimori: 24 Caprices by Paganini will be posting this summary in my blog tomorrow (after I've completed it), where I'll be adding screenshots with it :3 nyt~

2007-03-27, 13:02	Link #1102
Kaitou Icery Shadow Dreamer Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Somewhere on the East Coast.. XD Age: 35	Ooh~ I reeeally~ have to watch this epi (which is kinda sad since I downloaded it two days ago. XD; ). OMG~ I love that song that Len plays; it was also on the Divertimento album too. ^^ Because all the caprices that Paganini wrote were just for solo violin, an accompanist wouldn't be needed. You could, but it sounds a whole~ lot better with the violin alone. ^^ I have all but number 11 of his 24 caprices that he wrote (as that was the ONLY one that was messed up on that CD I borrowed. >.<; ) Number 24 isn't his hardest caprice either, as some of his other ones, like number 5 (as it's the one I can remember off the top of my head) is like 10x faster and harder. O.o;

2007-03-27, 20:11	Link #1105
TigerII Pilot in Training Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Earth	http://kuroinamida.animeblogger.net/...ro-25-the-end/ Summary of 25.

2007-03-27, 22:21	Link #1106
Ch1kane Member Join Date: Dec 2004	anyone can give me a cheap website where i can purchase composer songs played by them? i give up trying to download it -_-

2007-03-28, 06:11	Link #1110
Ch1kane Member Join Date: Dec 2004	i'm looking for the recordings hee

2007-03-28, 06:51	Link #1111
Charcol immersed in music Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Qld. Au	Ah, in that case check out this persons livejournal account, you just have to scroll down a bit. I'm getting 404's for the torrents but they've uploaded the music from 1st 2nd and 3rd selections to MegaUpload as well as the 3 disk edition of Divertimento. http://splash.livejournal.com/tag/kiniro+no+corda Although if you do want to purchase it you could look around CD Japan www.cdjapan.co.jp/detailview.html?KEY=SICC-549 or CD Universe http://www.cduniverse.com/productinf...=7410620&BAB=E or if you look on Amazon they'll probably have them there ^.^ it's really great music, I love the Ave Maria duet.. aaah, TsukixHino..

2007-03-28, 12:51	Link #1114
Ch1kane Member Join Date: Dec 2004	aww its the end so she ended up falling in love with the volin! good series for me i'm sure most here would think so too. i like the character development in this show! hope u guys enjoy it as much as i do and thanks usagijen for ur summary and others who have post great pics and info about the show!!

2007-03-28, 13:51	Link #1115
inuken Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2007	hello all! thank you very much for the summary, but were i can find the last ep ? because on youtube it isn't.......

2007-03-28, 15:01	Link #1116
Kaitou Icery Shadow Dreamer Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Somewhere on the East Coast.. XD Age: 35	@ Ch1kane: I have that album and the first 3 selections on my fansite: Crescendo - La Corda D'Oro (Kiniro no Corda) fansite I've got them uploaded as one whole zip file or you can download the individual tracks. I plan on uploading more albums, once I get them translated, which is on the process, thanks to Akemi. ^^ @ inuken: I haven't added the last episode to my site yet, but I do have it uploaded onto sendspace and megaupload (whatever's easier for you) Sendspace link Megaupload link

2007-03-28, 15:10	Link #1117
inuken Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2007	thank you very much..i don't know why, but seems that la corda is out from all youtube sites ..i found part 1 and 2 on hoosoo.tv..but the last..not..well again thank you

2007-03-28, 15:30	Link #1118
TigerII Pilot in Training Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Earth	Well...sort of an ending that left it open for further animation. Plus, isn't there a 26th episode for DVD or something?