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May 14, 2023 1:30 AM
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It's been 2 weeks since Hajime and Co. have joined the famed Orchestra Club, and with the provisional period ended, it's time to focus on the upcoming Summer regular concert, with Hajime and Saeki being the worst people with no stamina.

Hajime and the gang assigned to the 1st violin except Akine being 2nd violin, and veteran player Shizuka Tachibana picks a beef with her being a shorty. Harada focusing on Bizet's Carmen, with both Hajime and Saeki tagged to each other just like the orchestra try-outs, who still seemingly can't put their differences aside. It's the same for Akine, who is feeling the heat from Shizuka that people like her should not join the club just for fun. Seemingly worried, Akine promises to try hard again, though that where she is that others have failed, the Orchestra Club is not for the faint of heart.

The next day in school, and Akine practices Bizet's Carmen on her own, with Hajime knowing that it's her to give her a pep talk. Practice session resumes again for the 2nd violin, and Akine's playing has improved a lot, though she's still going off-tempo, enough to apologize and earn the sympathy and encouragement from Yonezawa. Haru, on the other hand, suspects that both Akine and Hajime have a thing going on with each other, that coupled with her shyness, she's unusually tight-lipped.

With the bad weather of a rainy day on a Saturday's worth of full-day practice, it greatly affects the instruments on their wear and tear because of moisture, and Hajime got drenched and jinxed at the same time. Seeking a redress with Harada giving him a towel, and he has to execute the typical "walk into fanservice" moment, only to get teased by both Saeki and Yonezawa, and scorned by Akine. The awkward setting continues as both Hajime and Haru are seated next to each other as per the piece's arrangement, and they continue to flounder under the nerves, despite the latter being a fluent and skilled player that the former earns another ire of being hated by someone else.

Who exactly is Haru Kozakura, and she's the main focal character for now.
KANLen09May 21, 2023 12:50 AM
May 14, 2023 3:04 AM
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well it is intresting show i em still watching so it is good
May 14, 2023 4:28 AM
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Alr time to drop this
May 14, 2023 10:39 AM
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It's not just cheap CGI, now it has static panels panels too...
Budget has to be super low.

Dropped score to 8.
AnimeIs4KidzMay 14, 2023 12:04 PM
May 14, 2023 4:16 PM
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I really feel for this show, the plot is interesting enough that if it was done by any of the studios that made Your lie in April, Sound of life and Hibike Euphonium it would have been a success sadly it's stuck with this, I try to ignore the CGI but there's so much band practice in this show, which makes it look so jarring
May 14, 2023 6:48 PM
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The girls are fighting over our boi
May 14, 2023 9:04 PM
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Looks like the personal issues of the girls (Ritsu and Haru) are in focus this time.

Ritsu's inexperience is finally catching up to her enthusiasm as she clearly lacks the amount of time with the instrument. But then, her own enthusiasm, eagerness, undiscovered talent and encouragement by Aono, is surely enough for her to hold on and get things back on track.

Haru however is something else: she has experience and talent but I guess it is more interpersonal. I guess she admires Aono ever since she saw him in a competition years before. Or they might have interacted before Aono's family problem happened and Aono forgot about her. And now she wants to be closer to Aono but she feels there is something going on between Aono and Ritsu and she doesn't want to be a bother. I hope it won't become a romantic triangle because I feel it's just an unnecessary plot development. I would even prefer that Haru would be revealed to be the daughter of a woman Aono's father cheated with.

Anyway, I guess I have accepted that the pacing is now as it is. I think they have less material to adapt for a 24-episode cour, though they could've put some more technical info regarding musical performances instead stretching the scenes.
I also guess I have now accepted the CG (it's pretty decent after all) and gotten used to it but still it's not something I would prefer.
May 14, 2023 11:47 PM
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The characters should have been full CGI all the way, including outside of performances,
Then there will be consistency, just like how Sanzigen does it.
They can always manually animate the facial animations.
Although I do feel some of the emotions and tensions could be conveyed better, the (lack of a better word) flow feels off for some reason, was it in the visual storytelling, felt hard to put my finger on it.

Slow pace, but good show, felt the tension of Akine's arc in the first act

Very loyal to the manga.
May 15, 2023 12:35 AM
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May 15, 2023 4:09 AM

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Aono: Does she hate me?
Me: nah... I don't think like that 😝

btw, the train station in this episode really confused me for a bit. As it was clearly shown in the anime that the station's name is Shin-Matsuda Station. And, there is a real Shin-Matsuda station in Kanagawa Prefecture.

However, this station in the anime is modeled after Shim-Matsudo Station in Chiba Prefecture, not Shin-Matsuda. πŸ₯΄
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May 15, 2023 9:13 PM

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Man, I really wish the visuals were better with how much band practice there was this episode. Imagine what could have been if the technical aspects of the show were more polished and well done. Makes you appreciate HIbike! Euphonium all the more. Looks like the main song choice for this episode is Bizet's Carmen, which is still a rather common song, though it's nice. A few silly tropes here and there this episode, though I do find Haru to be interesting, and with the spotlight seemingly on her next episode, I'm looking forward to it.
May 16, 2023 4:42 AM
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Mcsuper said:
Man, I really wish the visuals were better with how much band practice there was this episode. Imagine what could have been if the technical aspects of the show were more polished and well done. Makes you appreciate HIbike! Euphonium all the more. Looks like the main song choice for this episode is Bizet's Carmen, which is still a rather common song, though it's nice. A few silly tropes here and there this episode, though I do find Haru to be interesting, and with the spotlight seemingly on her next episode, I'm looking forward to it.

Hibike s1 at ep 6 is fairly chill paced as well.
No sense of urgency yet then, similar to ANO Ep 6.
The 3 piece performance was animated beautifully in 2D. Cant say the same to this episode lol, even if 3D. Should have gone full 3D if the 3D models were going to be so glaringly obvious, like Bang Dram and D4Dj with their gold standard mocaps.
May 16, 2023 6:33 AM
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Akine had some problems to follow the experienced seniors and juniors in the practice session but thanks to Aono everything is resolved.
May 16, 2023 10:32 AM

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i already liked this show !!!

May 16, 2023 12:03 PM
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I think they went down the list of most cringe music for violinists to pick the pieces for this show. I also have to keep reminding myself that they don’t play viola. Those “violins” are massive and can’t get over that, hampers my enjoyment of the show. Will keep watching in hopes the story goes somewhere.
May 19, 2023 5:49 PM
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Felt bad for Aono there at the end, it was quite awkward lol. The girl scream he let out was even higher than Haru though 😭 Also that Tachibana girl is quite rude though, hope she becomes friendlier later...
May 22, 2023 1:35 AM
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As a violinist, I’m going to be quite honest. The animation is terrible. Fingering is out of sync with the tempo, no shifting is going on, and everyone is of the same body position due to the CGI. It confuses me that they stress alignment, when body language, a big portion of sound alignment, is pretty much cloned. Credit where it’s due, the sound is much more accurate to the scenario than the animation, but that’s its only positive factor.
May 25, 2023 3:54 AM
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Poor Haru, lol now she can’t get married ;)
Jun 17, 2023 11:28 PM

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There comes that one annoying stupid character, tachibana. Fkn annoying ass ruining the anime
Jun 17, 2023 11:30 PM

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rrroven said:
As a violinist, I’m going to be quite honest. The animation is terrible. Fingering is out of sync with the tempo, no shifting is going on, and everyone is of the same body position due to the CGI. It confuses me that they stress alignment, when body language, a big portion of sound alignment, is pretty much cloned. Credit where it’s due, the sound is much more accurate to the scenario than the animation, but that’s its only positive factor.

Yeah they trained a model to make it easier for them. I don't think that they're going to change it and animate differently. I got used to it i hope it doesn't ruin your experience
Jun 17, 2023 11:31 PM

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Poor Haru, lol now she can’t get married ;)

The same situation happened to me once, I'm in aono situation but i didn't see anything πŸ˜”. My friend made me open the door, then he said i have to marry all of them. Luckily i hope they weren't changing because they didn't say anything to me
Jun 21, 2023 9:27 PM
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Blue Orchestra's sixth episode delivers a satisfying finale, blending exceptional music and character resolutions. With immersive storytelling, captivating visuals, and emotional depth, this installment leaves a lasting impact. While secondary characters could have been further explored, the series concludes on a high note, showcasing the power of music and personal growth.
Oct 9, 2023 8:11 AM

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Akine's really straightforward and I like it but unfortunately bitch type follows her everywhere. Also youth, how beautiful. Haru and Hajime stuff I mean.
Nov 24, 2023 10:35 PM

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The drama begins. They always think they hate them but he doesn’t read the room. At least next episode seems to be about her so we can see her story and see why she started playing.

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