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Kiniro no Corda
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Description
From Viz:
Every few years, the prestigious Seiso Academy holds a prominent musical competition, and only the very best students at the Academy are allowed to participate. Though all are eligible to apply, only students from the music department actually make it to the competition... until now.
From Wikipedia:
Kahoko Hino is a student at Seiso Academy, one with an ordinary life. One day, Lili - the mischievous musical fairy who had blessed the original founder of the school - finds Kahoko running late to class.
Delighted that she is able to see him, Lilli grants Kahoko a magical violin, and a place in the school's annual musical competition, which many students in the music department vie to partake in.
Kahoko refuses, only to be pressed on by the fairy, who constantly nags her until she finally gives way to his pleading. She reluctantly accepts the instrument. As she practices her pieces, Kahoko is amazed that she can play any piece on the violin as long as she knows the tune and plays it with her heart.She later gets more attached to the surrounding boys in the competition.
Type
Manga
Related Series
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Associated Names
金色のコルダ
金色琴弦
금색의 코르다
Kin Iro no Koruda
Kin'iro no Corda
La Corda D'Oro
The Golden String
The String of Gold
Groups Scanlating
Latest Release(s)
Status in Country of Origin
14 Volumes (Ongoing)
Completely Scanlated?
No
Anime Start/End Chapter
Starts at Vol 1
User Reviews
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User Rating
Average: 8.5 / 10.0 (275 votes) Bayesian Average: 8.4 / 10.0
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37% (102 votes) |
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21% (57 votes) |
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17% (46 votes) |
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2% (6 votes) |
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0% (1 votes) |
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2% (5 votes) |
Last Updated
February 5th 2010, 9:59am PST
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Year
2004
Original Publisher
Serialized In (magazine)
LaLa (Hakusensha)
LaLa DX (Hakusensha)
LaLa Special (Hakusensha)
Licensed (in English)
Yes
English Publisher
Chuang Yi (4 Volumes - Ongoing)
Viz Media (11 Volumes - Ongoing)
Activity Stats (vs. other series)
Weekly Pos # 443  (+87) Monthly Pos # 507 (+111) 3 Month Pos # 522  (-66) 6 Month Pos # 478 (-81)
List Stats
On 1146 reading lists On 517 wish lists On 75 unfinished lists On 51 custom lists
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| Inspiring :) by kitty7krazy on December 30th, 2009, 8:40pm |
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As someone who has only somewhat recently joined band despite being a sophomore in high school, I found this series very inspiring and encouraging (Particularly after the 3rd selection). When Kahoko works hard, it makes me want to work even harder to achieve my dream of getting good enough to become a music education major. And when I reach a slump in my practicing, reading a couple chapters of this series pulls me through. So I sincerely thank Kure Yuki for creating this series  |
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| hate hino!! by IHemmy on November 10th, 2009, 3:42am |
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Spoiler (highlight to view) In the beginning I thought Hino was already weird when she absurdly got scared over a damn fairy and even rejects the gift of a magic violin. Who does that cuz i know why i would take that opportunity and run with it -_- As the story progresses, the only redeeming factor was the history of music in what seemed like filler chapter/episodes at most. THEN as she started to feel "guilty", Hino started with the weirdest chain of thoughts..Who the hell says "im not worthy to play the violin"?!?!?! I thought the goal was to LEARN so you can play on your own anyways so why the hell are you depressed when you play a regular violin and nothing but scratchy sounds comes out!!!! HINO IS SO DAMN DEPRESSING!!! She is also such a doormat when ppl bullys her to quit. SOO basically Hino has crossed into my pathetic heroine who needs an injection of courage and common sense.
Rating: 6.5 / 10.0 |
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| Losing Interest by thebikernun on October 14th, 2009, 4:09am |
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When I first started reading this I was thrilled. It was fun and the art is well done. The story line is very passionate in a lot of areas. Now I am finding myself slowly turned off. It appears that this manga will never end and the characters are starting to lose their depth.
Rating: 10 / 10.0 |
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| fluffy by windshadow on August 7th, 2009, 12:37pm |
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For one, i love the guys. Actually maybe just Hihara. But whatever.
Lately, there seems to be more "development" taking place.
But then again, they've gotten even more characters in. I know it's because of the otome game, but still, this is getting to be quite a chore. You can obviously see who she's into now, so the new guys are merely serving as eye candy and to make you go: _____ is so hot/cute/drool-worthy !!!!
I'm one of those who have only a bit of a qualm for the slow pace this is going, but really, the massive number of guys have led to most (if not all) of them being flat characters.
Still, despite the magic violin thing, the people are relatively real. Hino is a main character i enjoy reading about. She's not too rash, not too shy, just trying to do her best and getting stuck or confused as she goes about doing so. Also, Hihara's silent admiration for her was beautifully portrayed. I think this touch of realism is what keeps me hooked onto the series.
Quite a relaxed and light read, no pain (unlike Ouran where you go all wretched after looking at that beautiful window scene when Kaoru looks at Haruhi), no dark traumatised past, plenty of eye candy and good art, read for fluff.
I'm giving this a 7 because it's what it sells itself as. A light fluffy read for females that is not too over the top. A decent (initially, when existing) plot with good art.
Rating: 7 / 10.0
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| I like it by Auro-Cyanide on July 14th, 2009, 6:25pm |
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I must say I have a soft spot for reverse harem and La Corda D'Oro is one of the best. I like that the girl dosn't fall over herself for one guy. Alot of people winge about the amount of guys (and there are ALOT) but you have to remember that this is based on a game that amounts to a dating sim. It is supposed to be like that.
I don't think Hino is spineless. I think she shows alot of bravery and courage. It's just she tends to be more... normal I suppose. She isn't in your face tough or bubbly, she actually reminds me of a normal human, quite and shy sometimes, dislikes confrontation, laughs with her friends and has akward embarressing moments. She just is alot quiter in tone then other heroines, and it's not a bad thing.
And finally, alot of people worry about the magical violin thing, and truthfull I thought it was a bit weird too, though nothing to stop you reading it. Remember it is based on a game. And how else would you get a total ametur into music like that. Like any manga, sometimes you just have to let go of your rationality and get on with it.
Rating: 9 / 10.0 |
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| La Corda D'oro by EtceteraSpeed on July 1st, 2009, 6:09pm |
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it's dragging on... and on... and on... just end it already.
And pretend I didn't rate it a ten. I'm leaving my old rating hoping it'll pick up some speed.
Rating: 10 / 10.0 |
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| Typical Shoujo Stupidity by Molenir on June 9th, 2009, 12:11pm |
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I like Shoujo mangas. I'll admit it. I normally am fine with all the silliness that you find in the typical shoujo story. I watched the anime when it came out, and thought, why not give the manga a try. As I started to read it, I found myself thinking, this girl is just brainless fluff. Chapter 4, was particularly pathetic, as the girl is 'challenged' with her music, and rather then responding as most girls would, instead acts idiotic, and ends up having to be saved by one of the guys. I mean come on, if a bunch of girls challenge you, and say moronic stuff like, we'll never acknowledge you, say, "well, I have no desire to be recognized by you, as for whether or not I belong in the concourse, why not wait til the performance before making a decision."
Hino shows over and over, that rather then being a strong heroine, with opinions and desires of her own, she is merely a typical brainless heroine, who constantly needs to be saved. Grow a spine girl! After reading a good portion of this manga, I find myself thinking something unusual. That the anime is better then the manga.
Rating: 6 / 10.0 |
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| .. by kejjie on June 7th, 2009, 9:01am |
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a very good manga - recommended.
BUT Spoiler (highlight to view) toooo many males in competition for her love. it really is a harem. i mean, she's a nice girl but not so amazing that every guy she meets starts blushing all the time.
... Last updated on June 7th, 2009, 9:04am |
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| The romance is finally here! by Tomochii-Chan on March 29th, 2009, 7:58am |
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There's actually a LOT of development going on in the latest chapters! ^3^ It's getting really good now. And there's hints...actually LOTS of hints of romance now 8D
Not saying with who, find out yourself  |
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| making their moves. by yuniehime on March 9th, 2009, 7:50am |
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im currently collecting this manga and can't wait for the juicy stuffs to happen. so far, the guys have been waving flags at each other. tsuchiura have already made his intentions clear in front of tsukimori, whereas tsukimori is buying time to get to know her more before he leaves for his study abroad. argh, i can't wait for the next chapters.
... Last updated on March 26th, 2009, 6:52pm |
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