(L) Kiniro no Corda (La Corda d'Oro) ~ primo passo ~

[domino]

Originally Posted by kiwi_666

I have not subscribed to the manga, but if I'm right I think they are with the manga at the same time as the anime. Actually maybe even further. The third selection has already been over and

Spoiler:

Hino violin is also fixed. They put the story with the gf of Tsuchi later in the manga than in the anime. So I think the timeline of the manga and the anime are quite similar at this point.

Hm, maybe if since the manga is already past the 3rd selection, it's almost over... or close enough that the author has an ending in mind and can share it with the animators (I hope that's the case).

[usagijen]

whew.. finally... ep21 summary~

Spoiler:

Hino asks Tsukimori to teach her how to fix her violin, which surprises Tsukimori (gladly surprised) because Hino decided to play the violin again. He tells her to meet her the following day at the train station... then Tsukimori proceeds to practice in the room. Inside, he gazes at the window and remembers the first time she met Hino. She was so amazed by the beautiful music of Tsukimori's violin... he thought about the expression she showed back then, and thought that the expression in her eyes now was just like that time.

The next day, Tsukimori and Hino ride the station and Hino wonders where they'll be going (as Tsukimori never mentioned anything... ^^;; ) Tsukimori brought her to some sort of violin-repairman (who also manufactures violins)... Nakata-san recognizes Tsukimori, and tells him that it's been a year since he has last seen him. Tsukimori tells Hino that their family has been entrusting Nakata-san with their violin, starting from his grandfather. He also tells her that Nakata-san does manufacturing up until repairing of violins.

Tsukimori asks Nakata-san to check up on a violin (and also study it), and Nakata-san says he doesn't mind doing so. Hino introduces herself, and Nakata-san asks if she also plays the violin. Nakata-san mentions that unlike playing the violin, watching him do repairs isn't really an interesting sight. Hino looks at the violin Nakata-san is holding, and sees that it has quite a damage. He tells her that even though it has sustained a great damage, it could still be completely repaired. Unlike humans, violins could live for a very long time since it could always be repaired. Hino asks about the life span of a violin, and was surprised when she knew that it could reach until 300 years. He says that violins are passed from generation to generation (passed from one repairman to another also), so not being able to fix the violin that has been passed to him would be disrespectful to its predecessor (either the one who made it, or the one who repaired it before). Nakata-san tells her that it takes quite some time to repair it, taking months or years depending on the damage. Hino was surprised that it would take that long, and Tsukimori tells her that each and every violin is different from one another, so fixing it would take quite some time. "Just like your violin, which is one of a kind", he says. Hino thinks that her violin is indeed unique, since it was made out of Lili's thoughts and feelings.

Tsukimori tells Hino to let Nakata-san take a look at her violin, so that she could know its condition, considering that three of its strings broke all at the same time. Nakata looks at the violin and says that he can't believe that three of its strings broke all at once, yet the violin did not sustain any other damage. "What a great spirit [she] has!", Nakata said. Hino thought he was talking about her, so she replied "Oh, but I'm not that...", then Tsukimori corrects her and tells her Nakata was talking about the violin, and not her

Nakata-san notices that the violin didn't have a label, as compared to most violins. This label is seen under that "stylish" hole in the violin, which says something about the roots of the violin (who made it, where or when it was made). Hino's violin came from Lili, so it didn't have that label. Nakata-san finishes checking Hino's violin and comments that it is pretty good, then advises her to take good care of it. After that, he also asks Tsukimori to try playing his violin (to check if there's something wrong with it). Tsukimori plays Ave Maria, which once again reminded Hino that it was Tsukimori's Ave Maria that made her realize the beauty of the sound of violin for the first time in her life.

"What a beautiful music", Hino said... then Nakata-san mentions that Tsukimori's music has become more gentle / soft. Hino said that it must be because the repair was successful, then Nakata-san says "No, I'm not talking about his violin, but rather his performance. His audience has changed... Is that the reason behind the change in his performance?"
Hino thanks Tsukimori for bringing her to Nakata-san's place, Tsukimori tells her there's nothing to thank for, since he only wanted her to know more about violins. Tsuchiura is playing the piano at the music store he visits frequently (forgot the name of the ojisan here... =__='' ), then thinks about the words of the soccer team captain... "We don't need someone half-hearted who can't decide between those two (choosing between soccer and music)."

And then, Tsukimori and Hino coincidentally drops by the same store to buy stuff for her violin. Tsuchiura was delighted that Hino decided to play the violin again. Hino asks help from Tsukimori regarding what strings she should buy, and tells Tsukimori "Those strings like the violin from earlier would do. Because it sounded great." Since there's still the one golden chord left in her violin, she bought three strings, and Tsukimori helps her place it on her violin. As Hino was tightening the G-string, Tsukimori told her to tighten it more, then slightly touched Hino's hand. Both Hino and Tsukimori blushes because of that (:3). "Geez! What am I blushing about!", is what crossed Hino's mind. Tsuchiura looks at the two, then perhaps felt a little jealousy (judging from the frown on his face ), but then seeing how Hino's smile was back was enough to make him smile too. "It's been quite a while since I last saw that smile... So you've finally come back", he said... then tells himself it's time to end his half-heartedness.

Hino finishes putting all the strings on the violin, then Tsukimori tells her she should try it out next. Tsuchiura guides Hino to start, as he tells her to start with a ?la' using the A-string. Hino produces a horrid sound at first, then tells them to just pretend they didn't hear anything. Tsukimori advises her to loosen up and relax her arms. Hino tries once again and this time, plays it better... "What a horrible sound... just like a beginner. But that's only to be expected, right? I love the violin, so it would be better to do it right from the start"

Hino goes to the music room, then Lili sees that she fixed the violin. She tells Lili that she placed the strings herself, with the help of Tsukimori. Lili was really delighted by this, and tells her that this attitude of hers must be the reason why she is able to see Lili. Lili tells her he'll definitely help her in her practice. Hino tells him, "I will work hard together with this violin. Because this is the violin that Lili gave me, and there's no other violin like this in this world." Lili was touched by Hino's words and cries in joy. Hino tells him she's going to do her best until the final selection. "It's great that I was able to cross paths with this violin", Hino said, and thanks Lili. Lili also thanks her, then cheers for her.

Hino decides to practice in the rooftop... she once again produces that horrible sound at first, then tells herself to relax and loosen up in playing. "Believe in what you have been practicing up until now", she says. Although Hino's music wasn't as good as before, still it wasn't that horrible.. J As Hihara was going up the stairs to the rooftop, she hears someone playing the violin then runs off to see Hino. Hihara was happy to see Hino playing the violin again. Hino apologizes for making him worry, then Hihara tells her she doesn't need to apologize since he wasn't able to do anything for her at that time. Hihara asks her if her hands sustained any injury, because of the not-so-good sound he heard... Hino tells him "It is indeed a horrible sound, but that's my music now (or, ?that's my present music'). I love the violin. I want to treasure this feeling I have, and face the violin with these feelings."

Yunoki hears someone's terrible performance, saying that it sounds like an amateur. "Is it Hino? Interesting", he said. At the back of the school, Amou is persistently trying to interview Shimizu-kun, when she was got distracted by Hino's violin, and wonders who is playing (and making the "noise" ). Shimizu-kun quickly recognizes that it's Hino playing (Shimizu-kun's amazing... o_o). Amou was surprised to now that Hino has started playing the violin again. Fuyuumi also recognizes Hino's violin, and says "The sound is different than before, but still... it's great that you've decided to play again, Kaho-sempai".

Kanazawa-sensei hears Hino playing too, then smiles... Mio and Nao also hears her playing, and cheers her on from afar. Other students heard her too, and wondered if it was really Hino (because of the change in the sound of her violin). One of the students say that he heard rumors that Hino changed her violin, and others comment about the great difference between her performance from before. Yunoki's fangirls says that it's expected from someone from the regular school, unable to play well after a short span of time of not playing. They think it would be better for Hino to just quit, and "predicts" that perhaps the quality of the concours would degrade even more when Yunoki finally leaves the school. Then Yunoki appears before them, and tells them "Thank you for that compliment, but then despite the fact that her (Hino) performance has changed, you can't deny the fact that she's trying her very best. And with that, what we should do is look after her and treat her with warmth."

Tsukimori who is in the practice room, hears Hino, and says "Loosen up more, Hino", as though she can hear his advice. Tsuchiura stands behind the rooftop door listening to Hino, then leaves to confront the soccer team captain. He submits his letter of resignation, but then the captain rips it into two. Tsuchiura was surprised by this action... then the captain explains, "You see Tsuchiura, I was just trying to see the determination you have. But you have to remember that in the world of both sports and music, competition is tough. And you won't be able to win if you can't concentrate on one thing at a time. You've already come this far, so win, alright? Tsuchiura"

Tsuchiura meets Hino after class and takes her to the concert hall to talk to her. He tells Hino that she's been working hard, then Hino tells him she still has a long way to go. She also tells him that she knows what everyone is saying about her, but she has decided to do things at her pace, and make progress one step at a time. "I'm happy to see that you're back", Tsuchiura said.

And then, he talks about his past... he tells Hino that he also has an unpleasant memory regarding the concours, then Hino remembers what the store owner told her, about Tsuchiura having ?feelings of injustice' towards the concours. "Way back elementary, I joined the concours for the first time. There were not only elementary students, but also junior high and high school students in the competition, since it was a competition for boys below the age of 18 ? the Jr. Concours. More than half of the participants were high school students, and I was the only elementary student. I gave all I had, and performed to the very best that I can, and was able to outperform the other competitors. I was confident that I will win, but then the one who won was a high school student. And I never received any recognition." Hino asked him why that was so, and Tsuchiura tells her it probably has something to do with making an elementary student win (and the reasons behind it that they find troublesome). "I know that [in music] competition isn't everything, but then that moment seemed like my all. And so when I lost, it was though I was denied of [everything about] my music. After that, I never performed the piano in front of people again, that is, until the time I became your accompanist in the 1st selection. Truth be told, that was the first time that I performed with someone. But when I was able to adapt to your music, I felt the music inside of me greatly broadened. The lone music I had of my piano, was suddenly opened up... and I was finally able to confront the things I turned my back to. It's all because of you, Hino... Thank you."
(Whew... what a long speech by Tsuchiura... o_o)

Hino once again practices, and this time in the garden. She was confronted by Yunoki's fans, and tells her how hideous her playing is. "We don't want the little time we have left to cherish with Yunoki-sama to be ruined by your hideous music", they said. Then, Yunoki appears (magically? lol), and tells Hino that she's been working hard. Yunoki's fangirls back off and run away... ^^;; And then, Yunoki shows his true face and tells Hino "Your music sure has changed. There's only one person left who's music is yet to change." -> referring to himself.

though I'm happy that they're showing (almost all) the characters' past (like in the game, if you progress to a higher love level with them), it all the more makes me see how this will turn into an open ending...... (in the next episode, it looks like they'll be showing Hihara's past... so, sigh... )

Anyways, I still am hoping that it won't be open-ended (even though it's leaning towards that direction, with the way things are going).

Hmm.. I just remembered something... as I read the latest Corda manga chapter, it said on the cover "Anime is a big hit" (something like that), as compared to the past that it simply showed "anime is continually airing"... which means, that its (the anime) popularity has gone up! *hopes for a second season too* >_< ...or OAVs for that matter... I do believe that making OAVs for each of the five guys would sell well, seeing as how the character collection Drama CDs are also selling well~ ^__^

Hoping for the best... >o<

[usagijen]

Ooh... the Corda2 site has been updated again~ :3 updates on the story and character page... go to the character page and you'll see they have sample voices now~

[Chihori]

It would be LOVELY if they come up with OVAs for all 5 guys~ T__T I know I'm gonna find an open ending for La Corda really hard to accept now that I adore the series so much!

Watched episode 21 on youtube. It's so sweet that the gang is so supportive of Hino despite the way she's playing now. It makes me want to cry... lol~ I'm pleasantly surprised! No one questioned her too much regarding the change in her music and simply accepted her as she is. Even Shimizu (who's always pushing for the ideal sound) was able to listen to her with a smile. Truthfully, I did not expect it to be that easy, but I guess there's no longer time for more drama now that the series is coming to an end, haha. Tsukimori was especially sweet... patiently offering her guidance and all. Kyaa~ XD TsukixHino!

Break a leg, Hino~~!! (You don't sound too bad. In fact, I wish I were anywhere close to the level you're at now. XD; ~)

[honeysempai]

@usagijen - Thanks for the summary! It cleared a few things up for me!

I wonder why no one has asked Hino, why her perfomance is so different than before.....

I hope that they do make ova for all the guys! Or atleast for Tsukimori!

[inaho]

LOL I was looking for pictures of Len and I spotted a korean blog for Corda

and I saw on the sides of the web layout that there are I'f I'm right mangas covering up to volume 6, but I'm not sure though can sum1 clarify it pls.

Here's the link: http://esty.egloos.com/i8

[kiwi_666]

Originally Posted by inaho

LOL I was looking for pictures of Len and I spotted a korean blog for Corda

and I saw on the sides of the web layout that there are I'f I'm right mangas covering up to volume 6, but I'm not sure though can sum1 clarify it pls.

Here's the link: http://esty.egloos.com/i8

There is also a chinese link. There they have some chapters of vol 8. Buy you'll have to have Emule to download that.

[Chihori]

Originally Posted by inaho

LOL I was looking for pictures of Len and I spotted a korean blog for Corda

and I saw on the sides of the web layout that there are I'f I'm right mangas covering up to volume 6, but I'm not sure though can sum1 clarify it pls.

Here's the link: http://esty.egloos.com/i8

The korean La Corda manga covers are funky. NICE~!

Wish I could understand half of what's written in the mini Corda comic strips throughout the blog... They seem really interesting. There's a hillarious one based from Yunoki's famous scene... though this time, it's Tsuchiura who's against the wall instead of Hino. XD; Ahh... the disadvantages of being short. LOL~

[usagijen]

Originally Posted by Chihori

The korean La Corda manga covers are funky. NICE~!

Wish I could understand half of what's written in the mini Corda comic strips throughout the blog... They seem really interesting. There's a hillarious one based from Yunoki's famous scene... though this time, it's Tsuchiura who's against the wall instead of Hino. XD; Ahh... the disadvantages of being short. LOL~

ahh, Corda comic strips~ ^___^
the Corda carnival mangas are filled with these whacky comic strips... hehe...
hmm.. perhaps I'll go post some scans of it in my blog, hopefully I'll finish setting up that new blog of mine this weekend...

[haleine_sapphire]

thanx for the summary usagijen!!! mwah mwah! waahhh!!!! tsuki's expressions are so different now... tsukixhino!

[bobo_vivi]

Domino ive jus noticed ur Now watching anime signature n Angelique is one of dem sorry guys of bein off topic here buh i cant seem to find it in the animesuki download pages n i heard dat the story is quite interestin n ders a second season of it n i realli wan to watch it eheh where did u find it?

[PreSage]

Originally Posted by honeysempai

@usagijen - Thanks for the summary! It cleared a few things up for me!

I wonder why no one has asked Hino, why her perfomance is so different than before.....

I hope that they do make ova for all the guys! Or atleast for Tsukimori!

Like Tsukimori, I think everyone simply believes that she's nervous and stressed, having gone through all that ordeal with the broken violin. However, I'm also wondering why Tsukimori didn't find it weird that Hino, who's supposed to be able to play the violin rather well, didn't know anything about fixing the violin strings - something anyone who plays a violin should know.

The interaction between Tsukimori and Hino in episode 21 really showed me that Tsukimori is the one who truly helped Hino out. It was partly his influence, strongest among the guys as I see it, that really made Hino rethink her love for the violin and return to playing. He even gave her a mini-lesson while they were in the store with Tsuchiura. He helped her and she helped him. That truly makes me believe that Tsukimori is the one guy that really should be with Hino. Tsuchiura helped her with minor things but, as we see in these last few episodes, when it truly comes down to gritty problems, he isn't very helpful. In turn, he seems to rely too much on Hino to support his confidence that I don't feel it equally balanced (or deserving) to have him pair with her.

From Hino's reaction when she touched Tsukimori's hand that she may unconsciously harbour an attraction toward Tsukimori. Indeed she blushes a lot around Tsuchiura, but she doesn't react that flustered. And Tsukimori seems to be playing Ave Maria a lot lately...kind of suspicious

From the preview, I wonder what our Tsu-Tsu are talking about...hmmm?

[lacusclyne]

Thanks for the summary, usagijen!

I'm all for more HinoxLen <3

[domino]

Originally Posted by bobo_vivi

Domino ive jus noticed ur Now watching anime signature n Angelique is one of dem sorry guys of bein off topic here buh i cant seem to find it in the animesuki download pages n i heard dat the story is quite interestin n ders a second season of it n i realli wan to watch it eheh where did u find it?

Angelique is a fun show. Not as good as Corda, but made by the same people.
The TV series (both seasons) is not on Animesuki because it was created by Media Factory. Media Factory anime are not allowed on this site. No one has subbed any of Angelique, anyway (except for the horrible first OVA, which is sadly the only OVA on Animesuki).

I just watch the raws. I've been trying for years to gather a group of people to help me sub the vast Angelique universe, but no one seems interested (or when they do agree to help, they mysteriously vanish or don't do what they say they would T_T ). I'll keep trying, I guess... (because there is NO chance of Angelique getting licensed... even POPULAR shoujo anime like Honey & Clover rarely get licensed, so what chance is there for poor Angelique?)

[honeysempai]

Originally Posted by PreSage

Like Tsukimori, I think everyone simply believes that she's nervous and stressed, having gone through all that ordeal with the broken violin. However, I'm also wondering why Tsukimori didn't find it weird that Hino, who's supposed to be able to play the violin rather well, didn't know anything about fixing the violin strings - something anyone who plays a violin should know.

The interaction between Tsukimori and Hino in episode 21 really showed me that Tsukimori is the one who truly helped Hino out. It was partly his influence, strongest among the guys as I see it, that really made Hino rethink her love for the violin and return to playing. He even gave her a mini-lesson while they were in the store with Tsuchiura. He helped her and she helped him. That truly makes me believe that Tsukimori is the one guy that really should be with Hino. Tsuchiura helped her with minor things but, as we see in these last few episodes, when it truly comes down to gritty problems, he isn't very helpful. In turn, he seems to rely too much on Hino to support his confidence that I don't feel it equally balanced (or deserving) to have him pair with her.

From Hino's reaction when she touched Tsukimori's hand that she may unconsciously harbour an attraction toward Tsukimori. Indeed she blushes a lot around Tsuchiura, but she doesn't react that flustered. And Tsukimori seems to be playing Ave Maria a lot lately...kind of suspicious

From the preview, I wonder what our Tsu-Tsu are talking about...hmmm?

I agree with you. I was talking about this to someone (cant remember) and they said that Hino was helping Tsukimori more than he was helping her. But now since the recent ep it looks like Tsukimori is helping Hino alot. And I agree with you on the Tsuchiura case.

Aww... the hand touching scene was adorable! Lucky Hino, she can have her pick of all those hot guys! Except Yunoki, hes scares me.

And what Tsu-Tsu are talking about....

Spoiler:

they are confesing their love to each other. Hino who? XD hey, if i can't get Naru and Lin together I might as well try to get other guys together.

[deathe]

this might be off topic but...

has anyone got their LaLa magazine - April issue - Yunoki DD:

i wonder if it is only magazine or it includes something else. like, cds, posters, etc >>;

[usagijen]

Originally Posted by deathe

this might be off topic but...

has anyone got their LaLa magazine - April issue - Yunoki DD:

i wonder if it is only magazine or it includes something else. like, cds, posters, etc >>;

deathe, it always comes with a freebie (or freebies, in case of other issues) which they call [furoku]. It could be either posters, drama cds, pencil boards, clear file cover, sticker, accessories like the Vampire Knight necklace or bracelet (this one came out with the March issue)! and others... it's indicated in the cover. The people who are in Japan are sooo lucky, as they also have the chance to have these Zenin-Service stuff, in which all they have to do is mail and pay for the postage I think, then they'll send you this extra stuff. And not only that, they also have the chance to win other freebies, including console devices and games, plushies, etc. etc. etc.! Unfair...! But oh well, got to live with it and be contented with the furoku... hehe...

but with these freebies, it all the more makes it worth it to buy the magazine, despite the fact that you'll be paying twice of thrice its original price...

[ad454]

Spoiler for episode 22:

Yippie, we get to see Hihara childhood again when he started playing trumpet. Cute!!! Although Hihari is not likely to be paired up with Hino, he is still my favourite choice for her.

Hino's playing is getting better and better, although she is mostly playing Ava Maria. I wonder if that is her choice for the forth selection? She is trying so hard to improve, despite all of the embarrassment and bad gossip about her loss of skills. I sure hope she wins the forth selection.

Anyone know what Tsukimori and Tsuchiura were discussing with each other?

Any why did Yunoki grab/kidnap Hino for an intimate dinner right before his flight? I guess he must really like her. The looks on Yunoki's fangirls when he grabbed Hino were priceless, totally green with envy and flabbergasted at the same time.

And it looks you always needs to be on guard with Ano, especially when you are asleep.

[deathe]

Originally Posted by usagijen

deathe, it always comes with a freebie (or freebies, in case of other issues) which they call [furoku]. It could be either posters, drama cds, pencil boards, clear file cover, sticker, accessories like the Vampire Knight necklace or bracelet (this one came out with the March issue)! and others... it's indicated in the cover. The people who are in Japan are sooo lucky, as they also have the chance to have these Zenin-Service stuff, in which all they have to do is mail and pay for the postage I think, then they'll send you this extra stuff. And not only that, they also have the chance to win other freebies, including console devices and games, plushies, etc. etc. etc.! Unfair...! But oh well, got to live with it and be contented with the furoku... hehe...

awwww, too bad. thanks for the information and sorry for the off topic >.o i ordered mine with feb issue o.O;; and i preordered something else. so it wont be arriving until next month. and my patience is running off. but choosing the items to have it shipped as soon as the item becomes available is too expensive. so i have to be patient!!

@ad454
i hate bishiesss. why are they so pretty and cuteeee DD: yunokiii, its so hard to decide which one i like ;___; i think ill go for Len though DD: i cant wait for the next episode ;.; i hope the english subb comes out soon though. i feel so weird reading chinese @o@

[cindialai]

I don't understand this picture.... why is yunoki cutting up a carrot shouldn't it be a steak. If i'm not mistaken carrot are usually served in small piece not like a whole carrot.