青のオーケストラ

"Ao no Orchestra" (Blue Orchestra) is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Makoto Akui. The story revolves around Hajime Aono, a former violin prodigy who gave up playing due to family issues. In his third year of middle school, he encounters Ritsuko Akine, who loves playing the violin, and her encouragement reignites his passion for music. To continue playing, Aono and Akine enter a high school with a renowned orchestra club. There, they pursue their musical dreams alongside a diverse group of music enthusiasts, facing challenges of friendship, competition, and self-discovery. The work is popular for its delicate character portrayals, depictions of passion for music, and coming-of-age story. The manga has been serialized in Shogakukan's "Ura Sunday" website and "MangaONE" app since 2017, and it was adapted into an anime in 2023, gaining widespread attention and love, with a second season announced.