About this season
A tranquil tale about two boys from very different upbringings. On one hand you have Kai, born as the son of a prostitute, who's been playing the abandoned piano in the forest near his home ever since he was young. And on the other you have Syuhei, practically breast-fed by the piano as the son of a family of prestigious pianists. Yet it is their common bond with the piano that eventually intertwines their paths in life.
Episodes (12)
1. Chopin's Journey
Aired 27 January 2019 • 25 min
The names of those advancing to the second round of the Chopin competition are announced, and Shuhei is shocked when Adamski fails to make the cut.
2. Fixation
Aired 3 February 2019 • 25 min
Following Sophie Ormesson, Wei Pang takes the stage. Though deeply influenced by Ajino, he demonstrates a depth and pain not found in Ajino's playing.
3. Awakening
Aired 10 February 2019 • 25 min
Out of the remaining 30 pianists, only 12 will advance to the final round. Shuhei takes the stage with just one goal in mind for his performance.
4. Promise
Aired 17 February 2019 • 25 min
Lech Szymanowski performs with his sister, Emilia in his heart. Despite the hometown preference for a Polish contestant, Kai's playing wows the crowd.
5. The Dance of Deliberation
Aired 24 February 2019 • 25 min
Once Kai's finishes his performance, it's all up to the judges. But one judge argues against allowing Kai to advance and requests a complete recount.
6. Requiem
Aired 3 March 2019 • 25 min
After the results are announced, Kai catches Shuhei at a bad time. The next day, they have a painful conversation in a park.
7. For the Sake of Your Number One
Aired 10 March 2019 • 25 min
In the last round, pianists perform with an orchestra. Rumors fly when Wei Pang doesn't show up as scheduled, while Kai worries about Shuhei.
8. The Truth About Wei Pang
Aired 16 March 2019 • 25 min
After reuniting in a practice room at the Chopin Academy, Kai and Shuhei take a morning walk through Warsaw. Shuhei is shocked by Kai's plans.
9. For Your Living Evidence
Aired 23 March 2019 • 25 min
A painful article is published about Wei Pang's past, but all he cares about is Ajino's opinion. Before Pang takes the stage, they meet on the stairs.
10. In the Country Where Chopin Was Born
Aired 23 March 2019 • 25 min
Though Lech wants to win for his sister's sake, the final day is Kai's chance to show the world who he is and how far he's come with his performance.
11. Hero
Aired 23 March 2019 • 25 min
Kai's performance is a triumph, but Lech has the final slot -- and hometown support. As he plays, he has a vision of his sister, Emilia.
12. The Best Pianist in the World
Aired 23 March 2019 • 25 min
The winners are finally announced to an electrified audience. Shuhei sheds tears of joy when he hears Kai's placement. Ajino receives shocking news.