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An Ode To Music

Music, Oh mysterious sprite! Lift me to the seamless realms of delight. Your ubiquitous presence I feel; In the hum of crickets, in the silence of the stars, In the falling cataracts, in the running streams, You are there in the roaring sea breakers, And under the swift wings of the wind. Come as subtle vibes to saturate my being, Winding your way through every sinew. Enfold me in your rapturous hold, Raising my soul to the magic of rhapsody. Paint intangible pictures in silence, Creating a sensation beyond the reach of words. Let my soul savor the taste of ecstasy, Daubing myriad hues on all ugly stains. Land me in the sequestered pools of oases, As the blistering sands leave burns on my soul Oh Music! Come and fill me. Soak me from foot to crown, Like a falling drizzle, Like a caressing soft wind, Like a marauding sensation. Drown me in the subaqueous quietude of the sea, Levitating me through ether, And lifting me up onto the borders of heaven!

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Date: 9/18/2022 8:56:00 AM
Dearest Valsa, you had my heart and imagination at the first line! I relish the rhapsody of your ecstatic expression so beautifully laid out upon the poetic page to create imageries that stir emotions and appreciation for finding music everywhere and feeling it "through every sinew". Music is the language of the soul and your vibrant poem captures this so exquisitely. I am lifted high on Nature's sounds of music pouring forth from your golden pen! Congratulations for your excellent win in Mark's contest. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
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Date: 9/16/2022 10:14:00 AM
Dearest Valsa, I revel in the melody of your harmonic words in praise of music. You have given an amazing tribute to this art - this symphony that weaves joy and peace into our lives like a magic spell expressing every human emotion! Congratulations on your win! Sending you blessings on the wings of music! As a musician I am mesmerized by your hauntingly beautiful words and expressions of praise for music!
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Date: 9/12/2022 10:08:00 AM
Valsa, wow, your poem is wonderful and congratulations on your win in the contest, blessings ~
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Date: 9/11/2022 8:53:00 PM
Valsa, your poem is a wonderful ode to music. I love the way you describe a vast assortment of various sounds from disparate sources. Music is truly ubiquitous. A Fav for me. Congratulations on your win on Mile 13 of my 2022 Poetry Marathon Contest. Keep your running shoes on, because Mile 14 has already started!
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Date: 9/11/2022 9:37:00 PM
Wow...! So delighted . Thanks a lot dear Toney for this great contest and for picking up my poem for a win ! Much obliged and truly humbled.
Date: 9/11/2022 8:32:00 PM
"fill me", "Soak me", "Drown me" - inner-urge-filled clarion calls. Congratulations!
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Valsa George
Date: 9/11/2022 9:38:00 PM
Thank you so much Chris for your Congratulations!
Date: 9/11/2022 8:29:00 PM
Back again to congratulate you on your superb win, Valsa
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Valsa George
Date: 9/11/2022 9:40:00 PM
I remember you were the first to comment on my poem. That gave me an auspicious start ! Thank you so much Seeker friend ....
Date: 9/2/2022 1:57:00 PM
Beautiful imagery and excellent use of vocabulary, Valsa. Your ode was expressive and creative my friend. Good luck in the contest! Hugs, Bill
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Valsa George
Date: 9/11/2022 9:41:00 PM
Your blessing has brought a win for me. Thanks a lot dear Bill.
Date: 8/27/2022 11:08:00 PM
The way you find music in nature is music to my soul, Valsa! Your poem vibrates with the rhythms of life itself. Thanks, gw
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Date: 9/11/2022 9:42:00 PM
Thank you dear Gershon for your very lovely comment !
Date: 8/27/2022 9:16:00 PM
Valsa, I really liked the way your poetry flowed and the tone it had. A lovely, euphonious dedication to melody that has a happy beat to it. Outstanding work here. I wish you the best.
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Valsa George
Date: 9/11/2022 9:44:00 PM
Thank you dear Lasaad for your Best wishes and lovely comment ! Each time I read your great comments, I am greatly encouraged.
Date: 8/27/2022 11:05:00 AM
Well thought and done! Enjoyed! Although I have heard great choirs and die Lorelei, the wind humming through the pine trees onto the "holy" ground remains my favourite music!
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Date: 8/27/2022 8:19:00 PM
I too love the music when the wind rustles through the leaves and as the gurgling streams flow down over pebbles and small rocks, perhaps more than the music of the great choirs. Thank you dear Rico
Date: 8/27/2022 7:25:00 AM
Love: Land me in the sequestered pools of oases, As the blistering sands leave burns on my soul. Lovely!
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Valsa George
Date: 8/27/2022 9:24:00 AM
Kim, much grateful to you . Stay blessed... dear!
Date: 8/27/2022 6:49:00 AM
You are fast becoming one of the best poets on this site. Loved your poem.
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Date: 8/27/2022 9:23:00 AM
Wow.... ! That's too great a compliment ! I don't deserve so much....! Thanks a lot dear Victor.
Date: 8/27/2022 5:39:00 AM
Enjoyed the tone and flow of your poem, Valsa. Beautiful, euphonic ode to music in cheerful rhythm. Excellent write. Best to you.
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Valsa George
Date: 8/27/2022 9:21:00 AM
Much grateful to you Vijay for your highly encouraging comment ! Have a great weekend.....
Date: 8/27/2022 12:25:00 AM
What an incredible Poem Valsa you have created here. You have Mastered the Ode form. Your words created musical chords and harmonies to my ears through nature. An exceptional piece to enter in Mark's contest. A favorite...
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Valsa George
Date: 8/27/2022 9:17:00 AM
Michael, I feel over joyed by your beautiful comment. Your generous words have made my day. Thank you, dear friend from the very bottom of my heart.
Date: 8/27/2022 12:01:00 AM
Amazing flow, of musical words, within a heartfelt poem, good luck in contest.
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Date: 8/27/2022 9:19:00 AM
Thanks a lot respected poet for your lovely wishes and sweet comment.....
Date: 8/26/2022 10:46:00 PM
A beautiful write in a difficult form :)
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Valsa George
Date: 8/27/2022 9:14:00 AM
Thanks a lot Seeker friend ! Glad to know you liked it!

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