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AMBot | 04/15/2024 | Reading Time: 2 Min.
The episode begins with the introduction of Mayu Kuroe, a new transfer student from Fukuoka who joins the concert band of Kitauji High School. Previously, she played in a band at Seira Girls' School that competed at the national level. Mayu has concerns about disrupting the band's harmony but decides to join after being reassured by the other members, especially Kumiko Oumae, the band's leader.
Throughout the episode, the band prepares for the upcoming Sunrise Festival, with the members rehearsing and discussing the logistics of their performances. Kumiko is occupied with administrative tasks and feels the weight of her role as president.
Taki-sensei, the band's advisor, presents three potential pieces for the competition repertoire. He asks Kumiko, Reina, and Shuichi for their opinions on the selected pieces and emphasizes how important their input is for his final decision.
Throughout the episode, the interactions between the band members focus on adjusting to their new roles and preparing for the competition. Tensions arise when Suzume misunderstands her sister Tsubame's decision to join the color guard, leading to a brief conflict that is resolved by Kumiko's intervention.
The episode ends with the band practicing their competition piece and coming together under Reina's motivating speech, aiming not just to perform well but to win first place at the Nationals.
Throughout the episode, the band prepares for the upcoming Sunrise Festival, with the members rehearsing and discussing the logistics of their performances. Kumiko is occupied with administrative tasks and feels the weight of her role as president.
Taki-sensei, the band's advisor, presents three potential pieces for the competition repertoire. He asks Kumiko, Reina, and Shuichi for their opinions on the selected pieces and emphasizes how important their input is for his final decision.
Throughout the episode, the interactions between the band members focus on adjusting to their new roles and preparing for the competition. Tensions arise when Suzume misunderstands her sister Tsubame's decision to join the color guard, leading to a brief conflict that is resolved by Kumiko's intervention.
The episode ends with the band practicing their competition piece and coming together under Reina's motivating speech, aiming not just to perform well but to win first place at the Nationals.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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