Lark Ascending

(In praise of Vaughan Williams, Welsh Composer)

a violin plays Vaughan Williams

it's four steel core strings

strung to Welsh perfection

vibrations of high pitched

notes float in spiral movement

as the reed bow sweeps low

then moves slowly upwards

imitating a lark, the messenger

of a brand new morning

rising above roof tops, above spires

higher on spanned feathered wings

avian beauty scaling the heights

ascending in circular flight

in blue sky above verdant green

fields of English countryside

close your weary eyes

transcend closer to the sleeping stars

soaring in new found freedom

far above the problematic earth

far from the troubles of the day

rebirth, there fly i

Reviews

[willweb]

I am not familiar with this musician but I am familiar with the person or persons who possess the talents that make us want to write about them. Your poem is a beautiful tribute to someone I am sure was an amazing violinist and every time I read something like this or hear a musician I wonder...how many are as talented but no one has ever heard of them. Loved your poem Chris.

[Chris Shaw]

A favorite piece of classical violin will, by the composer Ralph Vaughan Williams. It truly is hypnotic and has me ascending with the lark. Good for the soul music. I am touched by your lovely review. Many thank yous.

Chris

[Ruth]

The poem in itself is musical magic Chris :) Gorgeous writing and plays a tune of its own, simply breathtaking :)

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Ruth, thank you for that lovely review. So encouraging. Have a lovely day.

Chris

[Einstein Noodle]

there is nothing like music and flight to grant us reprieve in our troubled worlds ... sure enjoyed your lark ascending and spiraling ever skyward ... of course put on Vaughn Williams to listen .. your poem does it justice says i! ;)
E.
ps. violin, viola and cello my favorite strings .. thank you for sharing you lifting, lilting poem and tribute.

[Chris Shaw]

Hello Mr E. So pleased you listened to the Lark Ascending. I find that classical piece so relaxing. Sends me way above the clouds :) All good wishes and a big thank you for stopping by.

Chris

[Einstein Noodle]

:) ......................

[Broken.]

I love how music can really take us away from the reality and into bliss. I like to think sometimes it can take the pain away, at least for a little while. Very nicely done! Thank you for sharing

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Broken for that encouraging review. Music can be a comfort to many. Have a lovely day. read moreThank you Broken for that encouraging review. Music can be a comfort to many. Have a lovely day.

Chris

[MCS]

A beautiful melody of words, a balm to my raw nerves today, thank you

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you so much for your visit MCS. Much appreciated. All good wishes.

Chris

[Andrew Nelson Stewart]

I'm a frequent listener to Mozart, Bach or even the Goldberg Variations. My favorite is the unaccompanied cello suites preferably played by Yo Yo Ma. Loved how detailed you are throughout this beautifully penned poem displaying appreciation and deep respects to music. In the line " vibrations of high pitched
notes float in spiral movement
as the reed bow sweeps low

then moves slowly upwards
imitating a lark, the messenger
of a brand new morning." You get the momentum of emotions as it resembles the performance of a unforgettable orchestra. Keep writing I've certainly enjoyed :) Sincerely your friend in writing and life

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you for your share about classical music and for your encouraging thoughts about this write. Your visit is very much appreciated. Take care and gave a lovely day.

Chris

[Patricia]

Well done. Pleasing imagery, calming and light, the kind of poetry I find myself reading this time of year. Your poetry is always a pleasure thanks for that

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Patricia for your visit and leaving such a positive review. Take care. All good wishes.read moreThank you Patricia for your visit and leaving such a positive review. Take care. All good wishes.

Chris

[barleygirl]

I agree with AJ . . . UNFORGETTABLE! This is one of your best & also the way you whip up the frenzy of this swirling sensation, more & more as you go along . . . it's truly magical. You've conjured up a physical phenomenon in words like many try & few succeed to this level! Brava! Also a beautiful marriage between bird imagery & the idea of the actual music (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Margie, that is one encouraging review and I thank you for it. All good wishes.

Chris

[Dave Brown]

very nice Chris
First the night's stars, now the verdant countryside!!
Do you have passenger room, things down here are hardly worth staying for
with even the strings on my violin being broken!!..................

[Chris Shaw]

Broken violin strings, that is sad to hear Dave. Pleased you enjoyed this write and I know how much you enjoyed my night sky one as well. Thank you for your continued support. Have a lovely day..

Chris

[Fairy Khan]

Wow! I really want to learn to play a violin, and this has just given my interest new wings.

[Chris Shaw]

Go for it Fairy. Learn to play. Many thanks for dropping by. Take care.

Chris

[Temporal light]

Your pain is as great
No no more
Wine

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you for your visit and read.

Chris