The Gaze of Orpheus The Gaze of Orpheus The Gaze of Orpheus is derived from the antiquarian Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice. Following his descent into the Underworld Orpheus disobeys Hades’ and Persephone’s condition for release of his wife Eurydice. "To you this tale refers, Who seek to lead your mind Into the upper day; For he who overcome should turn back his gaze Towards the Tartarean cave, Whatever excellence he takes with him He loses when he looks on those below." [ “Boethius, Consolation of Philosophy 3.52] The Gaze of Orpheus has since been evaluated by many a philosopher and literary critic.
Look Back Again/Over the Distance Look Back Again/Over the Distance "Look Back Again"/"Over the Distance" is a song by Hitomi Yaida, released as a double A-side single. It was the second single taken from the album "Candlize". "Look Back Again" reached 5th place in the charts with "Over the Distance" not performing as well and reaching 13th position. "Over the Distance" was featured in the Nintendo DS Rhythm game "Osu! Tatakae! Ouendan", as one of the most subdued songs in the game due to its use of soft bells and chimes replacing the high-pitched whistling used for most of the game's songs. The stage involves