The Young Pianist

The title pretty much sums it up.

A dainty palm

Innocent, unlined

Curved to smile at the keys

Sees no harshness in the sharp white and black

Imagines no somber chords from the weathered old friend

A confident touch

Simple melody flows

Floating to the ceiling on angelic wings

A mere span of seconds, the ditty's short life

Yet delight lingers in the eyes

Of all who pause to lend an ear

Author's Note

I wrote this at a piano recital. For some reason, hearing the sound of a piano always inspires me.

Reviews

[M Garcia]

nicely written

[Victoria Scott]

Same here...I play piano as well and nothing is more inspiring! :) I love this poem...its beautifully written! I love how one can totally relate to almost all of your poems...keep up the great work :D

[Coyote Poetry]

I agree with your words. Nothing as wonderful is to hear a talented person playing the piano. I like the complete poem. A very good ending to a excellent poem.
Coyote

[marielondon]

I can hear the song being played as I read your words. I love it.

[Another Relic]

Well done B.M.I.C you've captured the essence of the instrument with well chosen words. I play the piano every once in a while and it is the most expressive instrument to me. There are a million and one songs on it. We just have to find them. Great poem.

[Muse]

I'm lending an ear to you. Your style is unique, and I enjoy it very much. Keep writing my dear............

[*~DreamDeamon~*]

What imagery. Very very good write. A piano plays wonders and you spoke those wonders beautiful through the words you have written. Good write! Nice job!

[mjmccabe]

Outstanding, I like to write snapshot poems also. It leaves everything to the readers mind so the picture paints itself. This is eloquent and it just has the feel of a warm, summer evening.

[BLR]

This is one of the best poems I have read on WritersCafe. So sweet and touching as if you whispered it into my ear. The words play such a powerful meaning to every line.