temple bell
Refers to a bell used in Buddhist temples, specifically the type called 鳧鐘. The term is rare and mostly encountered in historical or religious contexts.
7th note of the ancient chromatic scale (approx. G sharp)
Historical musical term from the ancient Japanese twelve-tone system (十二律). Equivalent to approximately G sharp. Rare outside musicological discussions.
The old temple's bell rang out beautifully morning and evening.
In the ancient twelve-tone system, 鳧鐘 corresponds to G sharp in modern scales.