In Sound! Euphonium Season 3 Episode 9, tensions within the band escalate as preparations for the Kansai competition intensify.
Taki takes charge, dismissing non-competitors and delivering announcements, while Masahiro offers words of encouragement to the weary band members.
However, disagreements surface as Mayu suggests a switch in soli parts, leading to Kumiko feeling an unfamiliar sense of anger.
Amidst the turmoil, Kanade seeks comfort from Kumiko, expressing her acceptance of not making it to the competition.
She also questions Taki’s recent decisions, suggesting that the third-years should not solely rely on him. As the night concludes with fireworks, Kousaka assures Kumiko of their capabilities for Nationals despite overhearing first-years’ complaints about Taki.
Further complications arise when Kumiko learns of Shuuichi’s discontent over the soli part swap, leading to a rift between them.
Despite Mayu’s repeated requests for a switch, Kumiko encourages her to focus on the upcoming competition.
Meanwhile, concerns about Kitauji’s future surface during a leader meeting at school, prompting Kumiko to propose strategies to maintain morale.
As tensions simmer, Kumiko’s admission of not fully trusting Taki’s decisions strains her relationship with Kousaka, resulting in days of silence between them.
The episode concludes with Kumiko taking the initiative to address her concerns with Taki, signaling a pivotal moment in the band’s journey as they explore internal conflicts and uncertainties.
Expectation
In Sound! Euphonium Season 3 Episode 10, titled Transverse Arpeggio or Communicating Arpeggio, tensions escalate within the club following a recent audition, leading to discontent among members regarding the performance rotation system.
As fans anticipate, Kumiko and Shuichi will attempt to address the growing dissatisfaction and restore harmony within the club.
However, their efforts may prove futile as the rift deepens, exacerbating the already strained atmosphere as the Kansai competition draws near.
The episode preview hints at a quarrel between Reina and Shuichi, further adding to the turmoil within the club.
Release Date & Where To Watch
Sound! Euphonium Season 3 Episode 10 is scheduled to be released on Sunday, June 9, 2024, at 5:00 PM JST.
- Pacific Time (PT): Saturday, June 8, 2024, 1:00 AM
- Canada Time (Eastern Time, ET): Saturday, June 8, 2024, 4:00 AM
- Australian Eastern Time (AET): Sunday, June 9, 2024, 6:00 PM
- Greenwich Mean Time (GMT): Saturday, June 8, 2024 8:00 AM
- Japan Standard Time (JST): Sunday, June 9, 2024, 5:00 PM
Japanese viewers can stream Sound! Euphonium Season 3 Episode 10 on NHK E-Tele Network before its terrestrial TV broadcast, along with platforms like Abema TV and WOWOW, and streaming services such as Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, and Hulu.
International viewers can catch the episode on Crunchyroll, which has been the home for the previous seasons of the series.
