musicians of old

Chapter 230 The First Pot of Gold (4K [-]-in-[-])

This young reporter thinks that his interview angle is very well chosen.

Such a popular concert and record pre-sale is one of the best this year.
Starting with the topic of signed artists, it leads to a small perspective of world-renowned record companies supporting young artists, then the story of a win-win situation among artists, concert halls, student orchestras and record companies, and finally sublimates to the thriving cultural and artistic career of the Tiolein Empire. Energetic
There are too many reporters who like to make eye-catching gimmicks these days. As a dedicated newcomer, the young man has been determined to be a producer and disseminator of positive energy since he entered the industry, and contribute to the creation of a clean and upright media industry for the empire. strength.

He looked expectantly at the Hoffman Records executive, waiting for him to tell his inspiring story.

Mr. Mark is in a trance at the moment.

In the face of a large crowd of onlookers, I can neither create something out of nothing, nor can I talk about him from left to right, so I can only force an elegant smile, hoping to stop this question: "No."

"Really? I don't believe it." The young man smiled.

Mark felt that the elegant smile on his face was a little stiff: "Huh?. Well, not yet, not yet."

"Why didn't you sign the contract? Is it because you didn't have a chance before?" The young man continued to ask with a sincere smile.

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At this time, Fan Ning was fascinated by the direction of the line, and finally got out of the excitement: "Stop chatting, arrange staff to increase the number of queuing lanes to 8, preferably 10, and the speed must be fast! "

It's already past 11 o'clock in the middle of the night, and if the queue continues at such a slow speed, more than 3000 music fans will really have to queue until dawn!Although everyone is full of enthusiasm now, and the advantage of pre-ordering can also guarantee that they can get the records as soon as possible instead of waiting for later batches, but after tossing people all night, more or less some people can't bear it and decide to talk about it later.

Not one less!The first order score must rush up!
"exactly."

As soon as Fanning uttered his voice, the executive of the record company finally got out of trouble, just as he had enlightened himself before, the score of this song was also his.

Although the heart is bleeding, the scheduling work will start immediately.

Fan Ning's requirement of "the best 10 teams" was not realized. The guide hall usually looks spacious, but now it is not enough when it is really critical. The addition of the reception desk means that the process areas in the rear must be adjusted accordingly.

After adding 8 teams, there are pillars and dividing lines everywhere from the hall, and there is almost no place to stay. The passing staff can only stick to the wall and go around.

Guiding the other half of the fans to the new line also took some time, but it proved to be extremely necessary, and the digestion speed was doubled.

By the time the clock struck zero, the number had reached 1570!
In front of the reception desk, Kaprun, with two deep dark circles under his eyes, almost laughed out loud.

For him now, money is just a number, yes, but the meaning of sales is not just a number. He didn't expect the first concert he personally participated in to polish to become such a hit. Every little pill is delicious.

And the number of listeners digested at this time is less than half!
"Mr. Mark, can I interview you with a question?" The young reporter leaned forward again.

"Why are you again?" Mark almost trembled in fright.

Is my interview level not high?The young reporter was a little puzzled, but he still said, "I would like to ask what kind of rating you estimate this record will receive in the future?"

Mark was relieved by this normal question within the professional scope, and said without hesitation: "Starting with a three-star award, it may even be possible to change to a four-star award later."

"Really, are you sure?" The reporter opened his mouth wide.

At the end of the last century, the Recording Industry Association of Tiolein and the academic school of the music industry jointly issued the "Record Grade Evaluation Guide". Large and small record companies all over the world adopt it. Of course, the right to speak for evaluation is still in the hands of the Record Industry Association of the Empire.

Although the Western Continent is recognized as the birthplace of mainstream serious music, and the "Janus style" has always been considered synonymous with "pure blood", but as a light luxury product under industrialization, the leading position of the serious music record industry will always be In the Northern Continent, which took the lead in completing the steam revolution.

The "Record Grade Evaluation Guide" only includes records that they consider "influential" on their own initiative or upon application, which has a elimination rate of more than half. After "influential", they are divided into one to four stars. "Two special logos.

One Star Records is usually described as "to some extent quite conventional, but with excellent interpretation and production standards", in terms of market response, it may have 300 copies in the first round or more than 1000 cumulative orders.

Two-Star Records is "music whose interpretation and production level have reached the high level of the time". The first round of pre-orders is 1000 copies or the cumulative order is more than 3000 copies.

Samsung Records is "an outstanding and deeply touching performance", with an initial round of 3000 copies or a cumulative order of more than 10000 copies.

The four-star record is "Legendary Interpretation", the first round of pre-orders is 5000 copies or the cumulative order is over 30000 copies.

The market data is for reference only, mainly art evaluation, but in practice there are few exceptions with large errors, and the ratio of the four is maintained at about 1000:100:10:1.

Those who dare to release records to accept the permanent scrutiny of history are not simple artists. There may be more such artists in the era of Bengeism, but unfortunately they have no chance to leave recordings.

Thirty years of rapid progress in the recording industry, under the global mass production environment centered on Tiolein, people have only released more than [-] records, and then want to make records into the mainstream, and obtain higher or more special awards. The grade evaluation is even more difficult.

In addition, the special mark "key" means "it is an indispensable cornerstone for collectors", which is often seen in authoritative versions of popular repertoires, such as the complete symphony of Gilles performed by a master conductor; "flower" means "special Commemorative significance", such as the last performance before his death, the farewell performance of the elderly, etc.

"At least three stars with flowers? Impact four stars with flowers?" The answer from the authoritative unit made everyone around him look sideways, and the young reporter confirmed it again.

They know very well that it would be horrible for a first-time artist or group to get four stars!Ordinary newcomers are not only objectively insufficient in artistic accumulation, but also have difficulty in having such market appeal.

"Tonight's first order data is very likely to exceed 3000, and the special significance is enough to meet the 'plus flower' standard, and the future market potential will be greater." Mark further explained.

The blood in his heart dripped down again.

I really can't figure out why I have been blind this time in my so many years of working life, every time I strike quickly and accurately!

Leaving aside the fact of blood loss, if the debut record conducted by Fan Ning is really rated as "Four Stars with Flowers".
Hoffman Records has won another precious honor, there is no doubt about it, but I will definitely be put on the neck with a knife by my boss, and I will explain why I didn't even sign the contract for a "Four Stars with Flowers"!
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At 1:25 in the morning, news came from behind that the number of first orders had reached 3000, and at this time there were still many listeners queuing up in the aisle inside!

Time is still going on, and after the service process has solidified, the chief personnel of each unit are basically free, so many media also started their interviews.

Naturally, there are many onlookers on Fanning's side. Fortunately, he has a lot of experience in dealing with it, and he has always answered in a balanced manner.

"What do you think about the next step?"

"Still focusing on creation, studying conducting, and bringing you more and better performances."

"I would like to verify one thing. Many members of the orchestra have mentioned that you are renovating your own family business, the Turner Art Museum, and will you start planning to build your own professional symphony orchestra after this trip?"

"That's true."

It is really planning to build a symphony orchestra, extremely valuable content!The reporter's eyes brightened: "As far as I know, most artists, including masters, only think about their own performances, through cooperation with other art groups or working in well-known art venues, and there will be no one like you. Plan, what is the reason for this?"

"So as you said, a small number of people still have different ideas, don't they?" Fan Ning smiled, "The existence of art needs to be appreciated by others, and platforms are equally important to artists. I also hope that it can help others in the future.”

"Then do you think this will bring controversy? For example, if you are not optimistic about the market prospect, or if you are suspected of affecting your job. After all, there is still a certain difference between art operations and art itself. Art venues that can make achievements in fierce competition have a certain background behind them." A very professional team, or directly from the official endorsement." The reporter asked a very realistic and sharp question.

Indeed, not to mention "Forged Lion", even the masters of "Crescent Moon" are not necessarily good at doing business. Even if Fan Ning is about to be nominated as "Boethius Artist", the intangible resources behind him are just to guarantee his performance on major platforms China can gain money and honor, which is different from whether "starting a business alone" can make money.

Fan Ning smiled easily: "Controversy is a good thing, it shows that you are still paying attention to my movements and waiting to see my results."

"You seem to show strong self-confidence, can you tell me how it will select members?"

"The only thing that can be told at the moment is that the salaries of the musicians are set at least twice the industry standard."

"The market appeal you have shown at the moment can indeed match such operating costs. I am curious whether the name of your symphony orchestra has been determined? Can you disclose it in advance?"

"There are several alternatives, sorry for keeping them secret for the time being."

During the prudent dialogue, Fan Ning released the appropriate news about the establishment of the symphony orchestra to the media in advance. They will be spread together with the report on the concert tomorrow, which should have a good publicity effect on the future opening performances.

But on the other side, the situation of a certain girl is not good. Facing the bombardment of more reporters than Fan Ning's side, she is obviously a little dizzy.

"Miss Sheeran, I heard that you are only a first-year student at the Saint Lenia Conservatory of Music, right?" a reporter asked.

"I haven't enrolled yet, it will be next month, and I still don't know whether I should go to the Conservatory of Music or the Faculty of Literature and History."

Although Xilan's standing posture is graceful, but there are too many watching media and music fans watching from a distance, which makes her eyes a little restrained under the spotlight, and some changes brought about by being promoted to a knowledgeable person are not effective. up.

"Why do you have such superb violin skills at such a young age?"

"Maybe it's because of more practice and the cultivation of my father during his lifetime."

"Any advice for the vast number of violin learners in the empire?" another added.

"Practice more and listen more."

"How do you feel the fans have shown you so much love and enthusiasm tonight?"

"Thank them."

"Miss Hilan, what hobbies do you have in life after practicing?" A voice came from behind.

"Ah, do you want to answer this too?" Hiran asked with her forehead supported.

"Miss Sheeran, Mr. Fanning dedicates the Violin Concerto in E Minor to you. Is there any story in it?"

Music fans pricked up their ears.

"It was given to me as a gift." Hiran replied.

Gift?The reporter was shocked: "What gift?"

"Graduation gift." The girl felt that the power of the crystal chandelier above her head was a bit too high, and her cheeks were hot from the light.

"Then apart from your music work together."

"The audience is almost finished, are you sure you don't want to wait for the most critical statistics to be released?" Fan Ning's voice came from behind.

The reporters were taken aback, only to find that the end of the team had finally retracted into the hall, and now the eight teams had less than 8 people in each.

Some listeners didn't leave after buying, and all stayed at the gate crowded together, watching Sheeran's interview with great interest.

Fortunately, Fanning cleared the field, and Sheeran finally shrank behind him with relief.

"What did they ask you?" Seeing the strange expression on the little girl's face, Fan Ning asked in confusion. He withdrew from the crowd of reporters ahead of time, and then kept watching the real-time sales from behind without paying much attention.

".nothing."

"Ahem." Kaprun cleared his throat loudly.

"Ladies and gentlemen." The guy shouted excitedly, "The last fan has completed his pre-order, now I will announce the final result."

All the lights and cameras were aimed at him, illuminating the sweat on his face.

In the backstage area, a large number of extra people are also waiting with bated breath. They are of course musicians, teachers or staff of the Saint Lania Symphony Orchestra.

After the show ended, the pre-sale started. In order not to occupy the sales space, the students went back to the actor’s lounge behind the stage to take a nap, but everyone was waiting for the result. Don't care about the market response to this show.

At this point they finally arrived.

Kaplan continued loudly: "As of 8:22 a.m. on August 2, Carolne Van Ning will be the composer and conductor, Hieran Konar will be the violin soloist and the principal of the orchestra, St. Lenia The symphony concert, the attendance rate is 45%, as for the sales of live recordings—”

"The number of pre-orders is 3933! The number of pre-orders is 4450!"

Intense cheers erupted from the crowd.

There was only one person whose world was suddenly pitch black.

What was supposed to come finally came, and it was even more tragic than imagined.

4450 copies, with a revenue of 133500 pounds, and I actually divided 24000 pounds, and Fanning got 109500 pounds!
After deducting the labor costs of the personnel working on the site today, the occupancy fee for the extra venue time of the concert hall, and the tax payable for the high revenue, there are still more than 9 pounds in his pocket in the end!
If the contract is signed in advance, the quantitative relationship will be reversed!

With his market appeal and fame, how could it be possible for him to cooperate according to the standard of ordinary contracted artists in the future! ! !

With a "plop", Mark's legs went limp, and he slumped directly on the chair behind him.

(End of this chapter)