通つう奏そう

noun

playing through without a break; continuous background playing

Musical term: performing a piece from start to finish without interruption, or playing a part continuously as accompaniment. Often used in classical or ensemble contexts.

• この曲きょくは通つう奏そうすると15分ふんかかる。

  Playing this piece through takes 15 minutes.

• ピアノの通つう奏そうがメロディーを支ささえている。

  The continuous piano playing supports the melody.