Ep. 11: Kousei's performance concludes as Hiroko Seto comments on the emotional depth of his piano playing.
Aired on December 19, 2014
After his performance ends, Kousei returns to the waiting room at the competition venue to find Hiroko Seto, a friend of his late mother. As Japan's leading pianist, Hiroko observes the emotion in Kousei's playing and remarks that the piano extracts everything from its performer, leaving Kousei perplexed by her statement. The competition results are subsequently posted. Takeshi and Emi notice Kousei's strangely cheerful expression, realizing that he has undergone significant personal change and maturity since their last encounter. This shift in demeanor highlights his growth amidst the competitive atmosphere.
Episodes
- Ep. 7 · Kousei prepares for the competition while Kaori offers encouragement and rivals await.
- Ep. 8 · Takeshi performs with thunderous applause while Emi finds renewed motivation through Kousei and Kaori.
- Ep. 9 · Emi performs passionately for Kousei while he confronts his mother's ghost before playing.
- Ep. 10 · Kousei's piano performance falters as he faces his mother's trauma.
- Ep. 11 · Kousei's performance concludes as Hiroko Seto comments on the emotional depth of his piano playing.
- Ep. 12 · Kaori Invites Kousei to Play Kreisler's Love's Sorrow at the Towa Music Competition
- Ep. 13 · Kousei performs Kreisler's Love's Sorrow alone at the gala concert without Kaori
- Ep. 14 · Kousei and friends visit hospitalized Kaori while Tsubaki struggles with changing feelings
- Ep. 15 · Tsubaki struggles with her feelings as Kousei plans to leave home for music school