Shanghai Starriver Bilingual School hosted its first-ever harmonica recital, "Symphonic poem in the Pocket," on March 21st, 2025 by Alan.The program showcased a diverse range of musical styles, from classical pieces like the Hungarian "Czardas" to contemporary hits and anime theme songs, demonstrating the versatility of the harmonica. Alan’s skillful playing and evident passion for music captivated the audience, earning enthusiastic applause throughout the performance. 

       2025年3月21日，星河湾双语学校成功举办了首场口琴专场艺术沙龙 “口袋里的交响诗”。 来自七年级三班的同学刘星宇为大家带来了一场精彩纷呈的音乐盛宴。 此次沙龙涵盖了多种风格的曲目，从经典的匈牙利查尔达什舞曲到空灵的《贝加尔湖畔》，再到充满中国韵味的《渔舟唱晚》，以及现代流行歌曲和动画主题曲，展现了口琴演奏的无限可能性。 刘星宇精湛的技艺和对音乐的热情感染了现场每一位观众，赢得了阵阵掌声。

 

Program Notes

《查尔达什舞曲》Czardas

 

       Monti's "Czardas" is a quintessential example of Hungarian folk dance music, its name "Csardas" deriving from the Hungarian word for "tavern dance." Characterized by striking contrasts between fast and slow sections and powerful rhythmic changes, it showcases the passionate and emotionally charged nature of Hungarian folk music. The piece unfolds like a dramatic dance, skillfully blending passion and tenderness.

       蒙蒂的《查尔达什舞曲》是匈牙利民间舞曲的代表作，其名称“Csardas”源于匈牙利语，意为“酒馆舞蹈”。 作品以其鲜明的快慢对比和强烈的节奏变化著称，展现了匈牙利民族音乐的热情奔放和情感起伏。 这首乐曲如同一段充满戏剧性的舞蹈，将激情与柔情巧妙地融合在一起。

 

《贝加尔湖畔》Lake Baikal

        Li Jian's "Lake Baikal" draws inspiration from his 2011 journey to the lake. Composed and written by Li Jian, with arrangement by Tan Yizhe, the song evokes the majestic beauty and tranquil atmosphere of Lake Baikal through its ethereal melody and evocative lyrics, expressing a yearning for a better life and appreciation for culture. It has since become a widely covered song by numerous artists both domestically and internationally.

       李健创作的《贝加尔湖畔》灵感源自其2011年游历贝加尔湖的经历。 这首歌曲由李健作词作曲，谭伊哲编曲，以其空灵悠扬的旋律和清新自然的歌词，描绘了贝加尔湖畔的壮阔美景和宁静祥和的氛围，并表达了对美好生活和文化的向往。 歌曲曾被众多国内外艺术家翻唱，广为传唱。

 

《渔舟唱晚 》

Evening Song on the Fishing Boat

        Lou Shuhua's "Evening Song on the Fishing Boat," inspired by the famous line "Fishing boats singing at dusk, their sounds echoing across the shores of Pengli" from Wang Bo's "Preface to the Pavilion of Prince Teng," uses beautiful melodies and striking rhythmic contrasts to paint a poetic picture of a tranquil Jiangnan water town. The piece's alternating fast and slow sections flow naturally like clouds and water, capturing the essence of Chinese landscape painting.

 

       娄树华创作的《渔舟唱晚》取自王勃《滕王阁序》中的名句“渔舟唱晚，响穷彭蠡之滨”，以其优美的旋律和强烈的节奏对比，描绘出一幅诗情画意的江南水乡图景。 乐曲的快慢段落交替变化，如行云流水般自然流畅，展现了中国山水画的意境美。

Where words fail, music speaks.

 

《未闻花名》

The Flower We Saw That Day

       Yoshihiko Machida's "Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day," the theme song for the Japanese anime Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day, uses a clear, slightly melancholic melody to express the nostalgia and gentle sadness of youth. Predominantly piano-driven, with a violin interlude, the piece weaves together a subtle blend of melancholy and longing.

       町田纪彦为日本动画《我们仍未知道那天所看见的花的名字》创作的主题曲《未闻花名》，以其清澈略带忧伤的旋律，表达了青春的怀旧与淡淡的哀愁。 钢琴为主导乐器，辅以小提琴的间奏，将淡淡的哀愁与深深的思念交织在一起，营造出一种微妙的情感氛围。

《图兰朵西班牙幻想曲》 

Toledo Spanish Fantasy

       James Moody's "Toledo Spanish Fantasy" is a technically demanding harmonica piece featuring beautiful melodies and brisk rhythms, incorporating a variety of chromatic harmonica techniques. This piece fully showcases the passionate exuberance of Spanish music and the expressive capabilities of the harmonica.

       詹姆斯·穆迪创作的《图兰朵西班牙幻想曲》是一首技术性很强的口琴作品，旋律优美，节奏明快，融入了多种半音阶口琴演奏技巧。 这首作品充分展现了西班牙音乐的热情奔放和口琴演奏的丰富表现力。

 

 

Symphonic

Poem in the Pocket

《小美满》Little Bliss

        "Little Bliss," with lyrics by Li Cong and music by Peng Fei, and originally performed by Zhou Shen, serves as the theme song for the film Hot and Spicy. Its upbeat melody and positive lyrics encourage listeners to enjoy the present moment and embrace an optimistic outlook on life. This highly infectious song brings warmth and hope to its audience.

        由李聪作词，彭飞作曲，周深演唱的《小美满》是电影《热辣滚烫》的主题曲，以其轻快的旋律和积极向上的歌词，鼓励人们享受当下，乐观生活。 这首作品具有很强的感染力，能够带给听众温暖和希望。

 

 

《菊花台 》

Chrysanthemum Terrace

      "Chrysanthemum Terrace," with lyrics by Fang Wen Shan, arrangement by Zhong Xingmin, and composed and performed by Jay Chou, draws inspiration from the film Curse of the Golden Flower. The song's unique classical Chinese style, combined with its heartfelt melody and slightly melancholic lyrics, offers profound reflections on life and emotion.

      方文山作词，钟兴民编曲，周杰伦作曲并演唱的《菊花台》，其创作灵感来源于电影《满城尽带黄金甲》。 这首歌曲以其独特的中国古典风格，深情的旋律和略带忧伤的歌词，展现了对人生和情感的深刻思考。

  

        The "Pocket Symphony" harmonica recital concluded this afternoon to thunderous applause, with  Alan's captivating performance earning the admiration of the audience, including many new "little fans". Alan's skillful playing and heartfelt musicality deeply moved every listener. The evening was further enhanced by the presentation of miniature harmonicas, prepared by Alan's mother, and a spontaneous harmonica lesson, creating a joyful and memorable atmosphere. This recital not only enriched the cultural life of Shanghai Starriver Bilingual School but also offered students and faculty a valuable opportunity for artistic enrichment, setting a new milestone for music education at the school.

A circle of friends is a circle of strength.....

       “口袋里的交响诗”口琴独奏会圆满落幕，刘星宇同学的精彩演绎赢得了全场观众热烈的掌声和赞叹。 他娴熟的技巧和对音乐的真挚情感，深深打动了每一位在场观众，更收获了不少“小粉丝”。 此次音乐会不仅丰富了星河湾双语学校的校园文化生活，也为师生们提供了一次难得的艺术熏陶机会，更在刘星宇妈妈准备的小口琴赠送和现场教学环节中，将愉悦欢乐的气氛推向高潮，整场艺术沙龙在欢乐中迎来尾声，我们期待刘星宇在将来为我们带来更多动听的旋律。

 

 

如有意参加艺术沙龙的同学请与班主任或艺术组联系

 

 

 

文字：刘星宇、许馨元

图：星校电视台

编辑：许馨元

审核：杨蝉