Gordon Mcconnell Poet Rhyme

Classical, That's For Me

In all my life when growing up
music was a great love of mine
all kinds I loved but one I didn't
attracted thought I to classical design

But just couldn't get into class
oh how bI tried to like it very much
was I a common working-class to lack?
maybe one day I will get the touch

In my punk loving days of yore
it seemed a million classical miles away
a friend said one day classically
will be your constant love forever to stay

That day came maybe in mid-90s
it seemed to bring calm to my heart
where stress twisted and torn me inside
now soothing peace killed off any dart

Now my stammer had an opponent
musically drawing me to a higher plain
such beautiful sounds to fill my mind
a real blessing, mine is to attain 

(I have written this looking back to a time when classical music had a profound effect upon me, a time I'll never ever forget.)

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Heidi Sands May 10, 2020 at 7:49 AM Ok . Thank you. :) Gordon Mcconnell May 10, 2020 at 10:24 AM Hi Heidi, Trust you're well, sorry the soupmail will be in next couple of days as I'm whacked after getting little sleep last night as the heat during the night was unbearable. Take care, Blessings, Gordon

Andrea Dietrich May 9, 2020 at 8:38 PM It's so nice you have that time to look back on. Classical was never an interest of mine but I do recall the classical album my mom had us listen to when we were little kids! Gordon Mcconnell May 10, 2020 at 2:23 AM Hi Andrea, Yes it is nice to take the time to look back on, trust you're well, Blessings, Gordon

Mark Koplin May 9, 2020 at 8:17 PM I've listened to some of which I really liked. I will have to look some more up. Thanks for sharing. Gordon Mcconnell May 10, 2020 at 2:22 AM Hi Mark, Glad you liked it and trust you'll find more to your liking. Keep safe and well, Blessings, Gordon

Heidi Sands May 9, 2020 at 8:40 AM Yes, I play some today. When I do, it is mainly songs I write. I hope your back will feel better soon :) Gordon Mcconnell May 9, 2020 at 9:41 AM Hi Heidi, So you're a writer too, a really talented lady, I was looking at your bio you're really been involved in lots, if you don't mind I send you a soupmail as I would be interested in all you've done. Have a blessed weekend,

Ann Gilmour May 9, 2020 at 8:12 AM I am so glad you have found classical music to be so therapeutic dear Gordon. I too came to it fairly late, as my first love was Tamala Motown and soul music, which I still love, but now i find Puccini's arias so wonderful and the joy I get from attending a concert with a full orchestra is truly out of this world. If only I could play an instrument too... take care Gordon. With kindest thoughts Ann xx Gordon Mcconnell May 9, 2020 at 9:38 AM Hi Ann, yes it's been a lifeline to me in recent years too, and like you I still like most of the music that used to be a favourite for me like country, folk and Scottish traditional. I think we all regret not playing a instrument now Hope you're having lovely weekend, it's a sunny afternoon up here and just back from local m&s for Christine to get some plants and t shirts as was her birthday last Monday, haven't had chance to get her anything till now. Stay blessed,Gordon

Heidi Sands May 9, 2020 at 7:45 AM Oh this is nice Gordon. Music can make such a difference in our lives. When I was young, I was taught to play classical music on the piano. I can also think of many times different types of music helped me through things. Well done! I hope all is well . Have a nice day :) Gordon Mcconnell May 9, 2020 at 7:52 AM Hi Heidi, Glad you liked it, do you still play the piano today? Trust you are well keeping safe and healthy, we are ok I've had a sore back today but since putting hot bottle to it it's eased some, keep safe and well, Blessings,Gordon