The big day has finally come. Will Kumiko pass the auditions?
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Hibike! Euphonium – Episode 9 – Audition Anxiety
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Hibike! Euphonium and Concert Band Nostalgia – Remembering the Fond Memories with Music
It has been several years since I last played an instrument after graduating high school. For me, music played a big role in my childhood because I learned how to the piano at a young age and played the Clarinet since 4th grade. While there are shows like Tari Tari and K-ON, which focuses on music that I can relate to, I have to admit that Hibike! Euphonium feels very nostalgic since concert band was one of my favorite aspects of grade school, which I will share.
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Hibike! Euphonium – Episode 8 – The Special Moment
With the auditions on the horizon, there is the festival and it’s quite obvious which person Kumiko wants to takes out on a date for it.
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Hibike! Euphonium – Episode 7 – Haruka’s Big Upset and The Concert Band’s Dark Past
While everyone in the concert band focuses on the upcoming auditions to determine who will make the competing group of 55, Aoi makes a surprising decision that would really upset Haruka.
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Hibike! Euphonium – Episode 6 – It’s Tough Being a Beginner
After a fine performance at the festival, it’s finally time to start preparing for nationals. Of course, this means that the teacher will hold auditions to see who will be in the group that will participate in the competitions. For Hazuki, it’s a tough road ahead.
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Hibike! Euphonium – Episode 5 – Meeting Old Friends and Meeting Future Competition
The big day as come and are they prepared for the SunFes? You bet!
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Hibike! Euphonium – Episode 4 – Hardcore Practicing and Training, is it Enough?
After the disaster from last week, will the concert band improve?
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Hibike! Euphonium – Episode 3 – An Epic Fail Ensemble
Sadly, my nightmares have become true! The band sounded worse than I could imagine… There is no wonder why some enthusiastic members were upset at the slackers, especially Reina.
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Hibike! Euphonium – Episode 2 – Asuka Pigeonholes Kumiko to the Euphonium Again
Will Kumiko get pigeonholed to the euphonium again as she tries to mend her relationship with Reina?
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The iDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls – Episode 13 – The Idol Dream Becomes True
The big day has finally come as everyone in the Cinderella Project gets to perform at a festival in front of a big audience. Of course, it’s not without problems.
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Hibike! Euphonium – Episode 1 – Fools Gold and A Second Chance at Making Nationals
Apparently, making nationals in a concert band competition is serious business.
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The iDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls – Episode 12 – Going on a Team Building Adventure
As the big performance nears with the girls preparing at a training camp, the producer leaves Minami in charge. How will she fare as others struggle with the song they are supposed to perform together?
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The iDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls – Episode 11 – Sometimes, Opposites do not Attract
With Miku and Riina being the only two girls who need a debut, nobody expect them to be in a unit together. Apparently, the Producer has done the impossible.
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The iDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls – Episode 10 – Unexpected Mishaps and A Cheerful Miracle
We are almost down to possibly the last trio unit as Rika, Miria and Kirari teams up to make their own debut, filled with a lot of positive energy.
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The iDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls – Episode 9 – Idol Competition Show and Anzu to the Rescue… Somewhat.
It seems that the Producer is on a roll as another group already got a debut. Not only that, that said group consists of Kanako, Chieri and… Anzu?!
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The iDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls – Episode 8 – Ranko’s Illusions and Trying to Hide Her True Self
It’s been awhile, but it’s time to focus on everyone’s favorite Chuunibyou idol.
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The iDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls – Episode 7 – Admitting Past Failures and What it means to be an Idol
After Mio made a big scene in front of her peers that caused her to quit, how would the Producer convince her to come back?
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The iDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls – Episode 6 – Mio and Anya – The Tale of Two Idols and Setting Expectations Too High
At last, it’s the big day has come with the New Generation and Love Laika making their first debut. Did the Producer made the right decisions?
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The iDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls – Episode 5 – No Debut? Occupy 346 Productions!
It seems that Miku does not like the idea of Mio, Uzuki, Rin, Anya and Minami getting their debut first. What does she eventually do? Of course, Occupy!
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The iDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls – Episode 4 – Let’s Make a PR Recording!
After Rin, Uzuki and Mio had a successful debut on stage from last time, the producer gave them the task to create a PR video. I wonder what it will be about…
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The iDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls – Episode 3 – The First Performance
After Rin, Uzuki and Mio met all the girls in their group, the Producer decided to have them perform at a concert with Mika as backup dancers. Are they prepared for it?
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Hanayamata – Final Review
I admit that I have a soft spot when it comes to slice of life shows with cute girls. When I found out that Hanayamata has an American girl from New Jersey who wants to do Yosakoi (よさこい) a type of traditional Japanese traditional dance, I decided to take a look.
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Hanayamata – Episode 12 (END) – Hanairo Festival and Hana’s Grand Return
As Hana returns to America with her mother, it’s time for the Hanairo festival. Then again, will she make it back in time for the performance?
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Love Live School Idol Project 2 – Final Review
Ever since the first season of Love Live School Idol Project aired last winter, the series has gained a considerable amount of popularity. Since I enjoyed the prequel, I was excited when a second season was announced since Muse will have a second chance of achieving their dreams and number one in Love Live.
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