Shiny Chariot is a character from the anime series Little Witch Academia. She is a famous witch who once captivated audiences with her magical performances. However, over time, she became less popular and disappeared from the public eye. The main character of the series, Atsuko "Akko" Kagari, is a huge fan of Shiny Chariot and dreams of becoming a great witch like her. She enrolls in Luna Nova Magical Academy, where she hopes to learn the secrets of magic and follow in Shiny Chariot's footsteps. Shiny Chariot's influence can be seen throughout the series, as Akko constantly references her and seeks to emulate her magic style.
As the song works through its second half, the strings appear to gradually disintegrate. The cellos and basses cling tightly onto that chorus chord progression, but above them is comparative chaos. As the Wicker Man-style pyre is lit at the end of the video, the violins become deathly, Herrmann-esque and quite horrid, a neat counterpoint to the comparative conventionality of the song’s structure and melodies.
When Thom Yorke sings abandon all reason , there s a nagging cello mirroring his melody exactly, seemingly divorced from the rest of the string pack. I put vampire in quotes, because even though this creature sucks blood, both Nutini and Roberts, as well as sources on early Mexican folk belief all the way back to the sixteenth century, refer to it her mostly as a witch brujo a.
Shiny Chariot's influence can be seen throughout the series, as Akko constantly references her and seeks to emulate her magic style. Despite the fact that many people dismiss Shiny Chariot as a frivolous entertainer, Akko sees her as an inspiration and believes in her abilities. Throughout the series, Akko discovers that Shiny Chariot's legacy is more complicated than she initially thought.
A music theory breakdown of Radiohead’s ‘Burn The Witch’
We’ve put the surprise new Radiohead song under the music theory microscope, and it’s looking rather good.
Radiohead are back! *tumbleweed drifts across the world of classical music* OK, fine, aside from arty collaborations with Steve Reich and Jonny Greenwood’s own respected compositional career, the classical music world does not much intersect with the acceptable face of experimental indie rock. But now, there’s this:
If you can, ignore the Trumpton/Camberwick Green/Chigley/Wicker Man video to Radiohead’s surprise new song, ‘Burn The Witch’. Cast the creepy model village rituals and witch-dunking/innocent-burning aside. It is not relevant here. Focus instead on what an incredible little piece of music it is.
First of all, and how often do we get to say this, Jonny Greenwood has elected to use col legno strings from the off. Grab your cheapest bows, everyone, because they’re going to get battered. Seriously, it’s a genius move. If you want to stretch the interpretation, using col legno (bashing the strings with the back of the bow) produces a sound recognisable as strings, but played in a strange, icky and disturbing way. And what could fit the song better?
Here’s what we mean:
And you can also hear it in the opening of Holst’s ‘Mars’ from The Planets:
Once the col legno has settled itself, however, Jonny Greenwood’s string arrangements (we’re assuming it’s him that’s done the arranging) spreads out and becomes slightly more traditional, dare we say predictable, as it mushes itself among the song’s F#, E, B chorus structure. But then, to ratchet the tension further, that col legno (how many times can we write col legno in this article?) returns far higher up the neck of the upper strings.
The more conventional areas of the string arrangement (i.e. the bowed bits) are not without their intricacies too, however. When Thom Yorke sings “abandon all reason”, there’s a nagging cello mirroring his melody exactly, seemingly divorced from the rest of the string pack. Little details like this show just what an adept and deliberately weird composer Jonny Greenwood is.
As the song works through its second half, the strings appear to gradually disintegrate. The cellos and basses cling tightly onto that chorus chord progression, but above them is comparative chaos. As the Wicker Man-style pyre is lit at the end of the video, the violins become deathly, Herrmann-esque and quite horrid, a neat counterpoint to the comparative conventionality of the song’s structure and melodies.
So while Radiohead are often held up as denizens of doing it differently (for better or worse, eh Spotify?), ‘Burn The Witch’ is them working smart rather than working hard. They’ve set up simple confines, but within them they’ve experimented heavily and made something exceptionally strange, tonally speaking, and inventive to boot. Approved.
Witch vs. sorcerer also seems to imply a potential difference in a practitioner’s ethical leanings. A sorcerer can choose to practice either good (white) magic, or evil (black) magic, although from what I’ve read, it’s generally believed that both magics emanate from the same source; it’s what you do with it that makes a difference. Witches are generally believed to be evil, and use their power for harm.
She learns about the Seven Words of Arcturus, a magic spell that Shiny Chariot performed in the past. These words hold immense power and have the potential to change the world. As Akko uncovers the truth about Shiny Chariot, she realizes that her idol wasn't perfect. Shiny Chariot was criticized for prioritizing entertainment over practical magic and was often dismissed by more serious witches. However, Akko believes that magic should bring joy and wonder, just like Shiny Chariot's performances. In the end, Akko discovers that she possesses the potential to become a great witch in her own right. With the help of her friends and the magic she learned from Shiny Chariot, Akko is able to save the day and prove that her idol's magic is still relevant and powerful. Shiny Chariot is a symbol of following one's dreams and never giving up, even when faced with doubt and criticism. Her character represents the importance of staying true to oneself and finding joy in one's pursuits. Through her journey, Akko learns that she can create her own path to becoming a great witch, just as Shiny Chariot did..
Reviews for "The Inspirational Quotes and Mantras of Shiny Chariot in Little Witch Academia"
1. Samantha - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed with "Shiny Chariot: Little Witch Academia". I had heard so many great things about it, but it just didn't live up to the hype for me. The animation was vibrant and colorful, but the storyline felt shallow and predictable. The characters lacked depth and development, and I found it hard to connect with any of them. Overall, it felt like a missed opportunity to create a truly immersive and captivating world.
2. Michael - 1/5 stars - I don't understand the hype around "Shiny Chariot: Little Witch Academia". The story was boring and unoriginal, and the characters were flat and one-dimensional. The animation was decent, but it couldn't save the lackluster plot. I couldn't relate to any of the characters and found myself losing interest quickly. Overall, it just felt like a generic and forgettable anime.
3. Emily - 2/5 stars - I had high hopes for "Shiny Chariot: Little Witch Academia", but unfortunately, it fell flat for me. The animation was beautiful, but the story lacked depth and substance. The pacing felt off, with moments of intense action followed by long periods of nothing happening. The characters were forgettable and didn't elicit any emotional connection. Overall, it was a visually appealing anime, but the lack of substance left me feeling unsatisfied.
4. Jonathan - 2.5/5 stars - "Shiny Chariot: Little Witch Academia" had its moments, but overall, it was a lackluster experience. The animation was top-notch, with vibrant colors and smooth movements. However, the story felt cliché and the characters were underdeveloped. It had the potential to be a captivating anime, but it failed to deliver on its promises. Overall, it was an average watch that left me wanting more substance and originality.