Sound! Euphonium ~The Melody I Want to Deliver~ Review: Relive the excitement of the Euphonium series

Sound! Euphonium ~The Melody I Want to Deliver~ Review and Details

"Sound! Euphonium: A Melody to Deliver" is the second movie in the Euphonium series, based on the light novel by Takeda Ayano. It was released on September 30, 2017 and distributed by Shochiku. The film is animated by Kyoto Animation and consists of one 105-minute episode. Below, we provide a detailed review of the film and related information.

story

"Sound! Euphonium: A Melody We Want to Deliver" tells the story of the Kitauji High School brass band as they aim to compete in the national tournament. The story centers around the main character, Oumae Kumiko, and depicts her bond with her classmates, her growth, and her passion for music. The movie depicts Kumiko and her friends as they struggle to make it to the national tournament, with the theme of "a melody we want to deliver" being particularly emphasized. It is moving to watch them work hard to deliver their music to the whole country while deepening their bonds with their classmates.

character

Kumiko Oumae (voiced by Tomoyo Kurosawa)

She is the main character and plays the euphonium. As she aims to compete in the national tournament, she deepens her bonds with her friends and feels her own growth. Her growth and passion for music are at the heart of the story.

Hazuki Kato (voiced by Ayaka Asai)

Kumiko's best friend and flute player. Her cheerfulness and kindness support Kumiko and the other members.

Reina Kosaka (voiced by Chika Anzai)

She is a talented trumpet player. Her presence has a big impact on Kumiko. Reina's passion and talent for music add depth to the story.

Shuichi Tsukamoto (voiced by Toshiyuki Toyonaga)

He is Kumiko's boyfriend and is a member of the same brass band club. His presence also has a big impact on Kumiko's growth.

Animation and Music

Kyoto Animation's animation is characterized by its beautiful depictions with attention to detail. In particular, the band's practice and performance scenes feature realistic depictions of the instruments' movements and expressions. Music is also an important element, with the band's beautiful melodies adding excitement to the story. In particular, the performance scenes leading up to the national tournament feature powerful music that draws the audience in.

Directed and produced

The director is Tatsuya Ishihara, whose delicate direction is reflected throughout the film. Director Ishihara carefully depicts the emotions and growth of the characters, deeply moving the audience. The Kyoto Animation production team also brings out the film's appeal to the fullest by fusing beautiful visuals with music.

Evaluation and Impressions

"Sound! Euphonium: A Melody to Deliver" is a moving work that depicts the youth and growth of a brass band. The characters' growth, the bonds between friends, and their passion for music are depicted realistically, deeply moving the audience. In particular, the performance scenes leading up to the national tournament allow the audience to share in the excitement. Kyoto Animation's beautiful animation and music also enhance the appeal of the work. This work is recommended not only for those who are interested in brass bands and music, but also for those who like stories about youth and growth.

Related information

The "Sound! Euphonium" series, including the TV anime and other movies, is loved by many fans. In particular, the first and second seasons of the TV anime depict the daily life of the brass band club and their struggles for the national tournament, and have been highly praised by fans. In addition, the other movies each depict the story of the brass band club from a different perspective, so you can enjoy the entire series.

Recommendation

"Sound! Euphonium: A Melody to Deliver" is recommended not only for those who are interested in wind instruments and music, but also for those who like stories about youth and growth. In particular, the performance scenes leading up to the national tournament allow the audience to share in the excitement. Kyoto Animation's beautiful animation and music also enhance the appeal of the work. By watching this work, you will be able to feel the youth and growth of the wind instruments club.

More Information

■ Public Media

theater

■ Original Media

Light novel

■ Release date

September 30, 2017 - January 1, 0000

■Distribution company

Shochiku

■Frequencies

105 min

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 1

■Original Story

Takeda Ayano

■ Director

Tatsuya Ishihara

■ Production

・Animation production: Kyoto Animation

■Works

©Takeda Ayano, Takarajimasha / Sound! Sound! Production Committee