Music Fundamentals A Balanced Approach

“To ̄ryanse” (“Let Me Pass”), Japanese traditional folk song

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In this traditional Japanese song, “To ̄ ryanse” (“Let Me Pass”), pilgrims ask permission to pass through the narrow gate to the

castle housing the Tenjin Shrine. Long ago, children’s third, fifth, and seventh birthdays were celebrated. “Please allow me to

pass through... to celebrate this child’s seventh birthday. I’ve come to dedicate my offering.. .”Today, this song is heard at

many street crossings to tell blind people when to cross.

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