Episode 012|Joe Hisaishi and Studio Ghibli: A 40-Year Symphony
An exploration of Joe Hisaishi’s music and its 40-year relationship with Studio Ghibli. Focusing on melody, repetition, and emotional res...
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An exploration of Joe Hisaishi’s music and its 40-year relationship with Studio Ghibli. Focusing on melody, repetition, and emotional res...
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