Wretched Beethoven

Dedicated to the soul of Beethoven and his admirers.

He moves his fingers amazingly fast

He sees the moments rapidly pass

He watches the blackbirds outside the window

He knows his music will forever last

He caresses the suffered grand piano

He speaks through the tunes of piano

His face is accompanied by a killing sorrow

His seeking advice to be borrowed

He can’t hear what he says

He doesn’t know his achievements

Will be the main subject of a thousand essays

His angry unshaven face

Shows his permanent lack of faith

He was young when he lost his ear

He only kept his piano near

No woman could win him permanently

He refused relationships so gently

Once he was a kind-hearted man

But the destiny didn’t care

To whom he was  forcing the pain

The pain made him walking dead

Only music could make him go to bed

At last he didn’t hear what he said

He just saw the piano keys move

but in moves lie his tunes,
dancing love of his wounded soul.
and there was no doubt
that in short time
the worth of his quotes
to be proved

Author's Note

I would be glad if you say your opinion upon this poem.
P.S: in this poem, "quote" is a metaphor for "Beethoven's music".

Reviews

[Ciara]

He was one of the finest composers of the romantic era but a genius is never understood. It's a lonely life. Enjoyed the read. 👏

[Nima.Hope]

Yes, he was a genius that died so soon and he must have lived at least 70 years.
I'm glad you liked it Dear Ciara, many thanks. I'll visit your page soon.
Regards
Nima

[lightsong]

"Shows his permanent lack of faith" I love this line, it speaks to me both of your ability to feel an understand him, and how all his life tucked in this line. I might only add a little more something to the end because I see more into it :>

[lightsong]

something like,

At last he didn’t hear what he said
He just saw the piano keys move
but in moves lie his tunes,
dancing love of his wounded soul.
and there was no doubt
that in short time
the worth of his quotes
to be proved, eternally treasured.

[Nima.Hope]

I enjoyed your lines and I used some of them except "eternally treasured", because in my view, it reduces the rhythm of this poem. Thanks dear for your comment and Idea. I really like the"dancing love of his wounded soul".
Regards:)

[lightsong]

Yes , Bravo dear it is so good like that :>

[Nima.Hope]

I'm glad you like it.

[Lisasview]

I play the piano and only play classical so I related to your poem.
Music is wonderful and ever so inspiring.
Lisa

[Nima.Hope]

I will learn to play piano someday!
Thank you for stopping by Lisa.
Have a wonderful day!

[Lisasview]

I started pino for the very first time when I turned 50...and that was 24 years ago!!
It is never too late to start...
Lisa

[Nima.Hope]

I totally agree with you and I take off my hat to your enthusiasm for learning Lisa.

[Chris Shaw]

His compositions continue to touch the soul of those who listen to his incredible work. He put everything into his music and it shows and you know that when you hear it. The tinkling of those keys. I wonder how he managed to produce such beauty when he was deaf. Gifted beyond measure. I am a great fan of classical and this ia a fine tribute to him Nima. Thank you for posting a fine tribute to his legacy.

Chris

[Nima.Hope]

I really appreciate classic composers and I would love to live in Vienna in 1790's to meet Mozart and Beethoven and maybe later, Chopin.
Thank you very much dear Chris, you brought a light to my writing posts with your reviews, I appreciate it very much. Have a wonderful day.

[Julie McCarthy (juliesp..]

Amazing write
I love classical and most music 🎶 not rap
These composers were brilliant
A great read

[Nima.Hope]

Thanks Julie.

[jacob erin-cilberto]

He could not imagine how beautiful his music was...or maybe he could, even though he could not hear it.
One of the greats...I do love Classical music....

He saw the piano keys move....I feel like that when writing poetry...the keys almost seem to move without my help...as if I am not really the one writing them.
again, a good read.
j.

[Nima.Hope]

Unfortunately, many of our youth today, do not admire Classical music and do not know about the miracle of it. Sometimes, you don't want to hear a word but at the same time, you cannot endure silence. That's the time Classical music does the job.
Thanks Jacob. It's my honor that you as a master commented on my poem.
Best Regrads
Nima

[jacob erin-cilberto]

well, I was so lucky to live through the roots of Rock and Roll....I was 6 when Elvis came out...saw him the first time he was on Ed Sullivan, went through rockabilly, doo wop, British Invasion...had more 45's than I could count. But I also had parents who listened to so much classical on 78 records....so grew up with that as well....those scratchy 78's...ha ha....But yes, when we don't want words, just music that does not need words...i wonder how many have actually heard the entire William Tell Overture, rather than just the part used as the Lone Ranger theme?

[Nima.Hope]

I believe that the best part of modern music is Rock & Roll with artists like The Beatles and Elvis. I also admire Sinatra and Dean Martin.
You were lucky to live through those golden years of pop music industry. Nowadays, the pop music is not attractive at all with singers like BTS and etc...
To answer your question: As many people are not considering classical and more meaningful music, it is not surprising to see the audience of Rossini is so few today.

[@r[@nE]

I came across the name of Beethoven back then through the english text book i had and it's kind of really surprising and inspiring at the same time thinking about existence of such personalities.
Deafness for a musician is like cutting hands of a writer but i think being able to go through this depressing situation is way too inspirational and amazing in it's self.
But still everthing happens for a reason and in a way i think his deafness was ironically good for the world in the sense that his deafness resulted in extra creativity within him and allowed him to listen his inner sounds and feelings without any distractions. That is also why he is still remembered as one of the most admired composers in the history.
The way you presented this poem is actually really nice. Thanks for sharing it.

Regards,

@r[@ne

[Nima.Hope]

Oh my friend, I'm so sorry I didn't see your kind and awesome review, my sincere apologies. I admire Beethoven very much. Thanks for you time, your words mean a lot to me.
Best Wishes

[Aura]

I don't know alot about Beethoven, but I still enjoyed reading your poem about him. He is certainly regarded as a excellent composer and pianist. I do like his composition "Für Elise", I also never knew he lost his ear. Thanks for sharing!

[Nima.Hope]

Dear Aura thanks for your review. I myself was shocked that this poem was not attractive to many readers.
He lost his hearing in a 20 year period and I think last 15 years of his life he became completely deaf and by "he lost his ear" I meant he became deaf not actualy losing an organ. The most amazing thing about him is that he made such great compositions of music without even hearing the music he made!
I suggest you to read his biography in Wikipedia.
With so much love
Nima

[Aura]

Oh, i thought he actually lost his ear, maybe I will skim over his bio. Thanks!

[Nima.Hope]

You're welcome!