Classics Buff

Someone is probably doing an aria, 
that labored shrill fit for the opera.

Another soul croons a lilting lullaby,
oohs and aahs rising up to the sky.

Undoubtedly that's a loud trombone,
solidly played, a no-nonsense boom.

Surely I hear a lone trumpet blowing,
pfffttt, that unmistakable errie sound.

A lush symphony of timeless sounds
enlivening my mid-morning rounds.

A poor cleaner-turned-classics buff,
making a living in a public restroom!

Copyright © | Year Posted 2008



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Date: 9/4/2008 8:04:00 AM
living withe imperfect offers critics. jhl
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Date: 8/24/2008 6:40:00 AM
Oh la, this sounds like a restroom operetta. Surely one must beware of the trumpets blare?! :) I suppose that place would be as good as any to take center stage, but it would'nt be the spot where one would wish for an audience. Wishing you and yours the best...God bless! love to you...Mikki
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Date: 8/9/2008 2:54:00 PM
Sounds like you had a melodius morning, smile. The ending sure kinda puts it in perspective. Well done. Regards Heidie
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Date: 8/7/2008 9:56:00 PM
Fred, not a classical music buff so I would head in the opposite direction. I'm with Vince it could be classical rock. God Bless Phyl
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Date: 8/7/2008 2:53:00 PM
As a lover of classical music, I don't care when or where I hear it......it restores the soul...even in a restroom!! Nicely written! Carrie
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Date: 8/7/2008 1:34:00 PM
Was it only being played in the restroom? I think it's a wonderful idea to be able to listen to music when you work. Some say it makes you more productive. Glad you had such a lovely morning. I know you love your music. Love, Shar
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Date: 8/7/2008 10:10:00 AM
That's not "Sweet Home Alabama" is it. Oops, that's classic rock. I can handle Greensleeves but when I hear William Tell Overture, I think of The Lone Ranger. Have a great one, Fred. Vince
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Date: 8/7/2008 9:26:00 AM
Wilfredo - A very open and honest well written poem about ones love to classical music - I was once told "Do your work as though your doing it for the Lord" which I believe came from the bible - as long as we follow those guide lines its pretty irrelevant what we do for we will be blessed - God bless you and your family
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