Have you ever wish to become a musician but didn't have enough talent? Ever dreamt of being part of Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra? Enjoy classical music? Wonder what assignments music student have in uni?
Well, I shall recommend you "Nodame Cantabile", a Japanese drama series based on a comic by Tomoko Ninomiya. Megumi Noda, or “Nodame” is a sloppy, untidy girl who bath every other day and steals friend's lunch boxes. She's an extremely talented pianist whose ambition is to be a kindergarten teacher, she prefers playing by ear rather than reading the music score. Shinichi Chiaki, an arrogant multi-lingual perfectionist who is talented in piano and violin and has a secret ambition of becoming a conductor.
Well, the synopsis might sound boring huh? I thought so too before I started watching. However, it's unlike those Japanese soap drama normally seen on tv which the plot is so slow that you will be able to pick up the story immediately after missing a few episodes.
"Nodame" uses special effect to exaggerate certain movements and actions so that it becomes more comical. Together with the characters' sarcasm and wackiness you can really laugh your head off, even if you are watching alone in the middle of the night!
Besides the comedy, you can get to listen to many beautiful classical symphony, classical piano/violin pieces and concerto. My favourite: Mozart's piano duet. wow! It also reminds people that pieces are better appreciated when one is allowed to express freely.
Worth the time watching. *pssssstt*...Im not a big fan of Japanese stuff but Im recommending this to you. So, go watch!
I give a 9 out of 10.
Take a peak into "Nodame" below (a performance of S.Rachmaninoff Concerto No.2):
Lead actor: The pianist, Tamaki Hiroshi
Lead actress: The mascot, Ueno Juri
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