Merry-Go-Round of Life [Flute Quartet (3)]

This is the main theme from the animated feature film "Howl's Moving Castle," produced by Studio Ghibli and directed by Hayao Miyazaki, released in 2004. The melody of this song appears in various scenes throughout the film. While there are many versions, this arrangement is based on the version included in the theme song single "Sekai no Yakusoku."
It can be performed as either a flute trio or quartet. Additionally, since the 1st Flute part becomes very high after [J], it is possible to switch to Piccolo and play it an octave lower. Please enjoy the waltz rhythm and try to play with an awareness of making the melody stand out. The last five measures are very difficult, but I hope you will be creative and perform them. (Chihiro Sugimoto)