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Mary Go Round of Life


"Mary Go Round of Life" by Joe Hisaishi is originally performed in the key of D major. It serves as the main theme for the animated film "Howl's Moving Castle," composed by Joe Hisaishi. Hisaishi is a renowned Japanese composer known for his collaborations with director Hayao Miyazaki on various Studio Ghibli films. The melody of "Mary Go Round of Life" evokes a sense of whimsy and enchantment, perfectly capturing the magical atmosphere of the movie. The song is played during key moments in the film, accompanying the protagonist Sophie as she embarks on her fantastical journey. Its beautiful orchestration and emotive melody have made it a beloved piece among fans of Miyazaki's work and lovers of film music alike.

Mary go arond of life - howl's moving castle - joe hisaishi

d g a# D D C a# a a#
g a# D G G F D# F
a D F A G F E F G
F E D C a# C a# C D C g a

d g a# D D C a# a a#
g a# D G G F D# F
a D F A G F E F G
F E D C a# C a# C D C g a

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g a# D G G G A F D# F

a D F A G F E D# E G F
E D C# D D C D C a# a b C# D

D D# D C a# a a# C D f
f D# D C a# C D
D D E D C# D F E D C# E a
a A A A G F G
E F# F# F# G A A#
E E E F G A
G F E D# E G F E D C# D E
a C a# a g f# a d

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g a# D G G G A F D# F

a D F A G F E D# E G F
E D C# D D C D C a# a b C# D