Decorates

The conch shell decorates the chest
With the ocean resounding in its soul
As the distinguished maestro plays his best

Soft, low, and inviting just to test
Which music touches the soul
The conch shell decorates the chest

While the cobalt blue waters of the ocean crest
The violin gently held and bow softly pulled
As the distinguished maestro plays his best

The gray hair and beard show his years stressed
But his love only sees his great gift while
The conch shell decorates the chest

That under the open window sits at rest
Sun shining on that bay as the violin music drifts astray
As the distinguished maestro plays his best

While his love just a room away dances and sways
To the music that touches her soul this day
The conch shell decorates the chest
As the distinguished maestro plays his best

(This is written from  a picture that is on James Fraser's web site.  I have his permission to 
use the picture for my write.   Thanks James.)

(The word maestro here means: a master of any art.)
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

Poem

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Duncan Avatar
December 17, 2012 at 5:13 PM
I love this Sara,,,, everything about it. I found it as I was reading James Fraser's poetry ;} This is very, very nice ;},,, Happy Holiday's to you ;}
Butler Avatar
January 7, 2010 at 5:08 PM
Great poem! I love villanelles. Great job!
Shango Avatar
January 4, 2010 at 3:46 PM
Lovely and rhythmic. I am always touched by your writes.
Dietrich Avatar
December 31, 2009 at 4:12 PM
oh, I do so enjoy a villanelle, Sara. So nice that the picture inspired you to write this. YEah, my elf poem was my "funny" side. I am very eclectic and write in many styles! Luv, andrea
Lokken Avatar
December 31, 2009 at 11:28 AM
I love villanelles....but they're so difficult to write! I adored your images of the violinist. Love, Sara:)
Pickett Avatar
December 31, 2009 at 4:09 AM
A Very nice Villanelle Sara, I really like that style. You did a remarkable job on this one....Well done...God Bless...Taz
Culverhouse Avatar
December 30, 2009 at 5:52 AM
great job, I thought you were talking about the shelf in your den withthe big shell. LOL
Strand Avatar
December 30, 2009 at 12:29 AM
Nice ekphrasis Sara.Thank you for your welcome comments today .Rgds Brian
Freeman Avatar
December 29, 2009 at 4:00 PM
Beautiful Villanelle, Here Sara. You have a awesome flow to your verse. You bet ye! Agape can tame the beast, can and will if we will work with it. Sincerely, Love, Moses
Meade Stephenson Avatar
December 29, 2009 at 3:19 PM
Wonderful piece you have penned here Sara and I must agree with James...thanks so much for sharing and for your taking the time to read my writes. Many thanks too for your always kind comments...all is much appreciated! Have a blessed day~Mary
Fraser Avatar
December 29, 2009 at 3:03 PM
Beautiful poem Sara, i know the picture you have written about, and you have done it justice >> James
Sweetheart Avatar
December 29, 2009 at 1:02 PM
James has some beautiful photos on his personal website and breathtaking also.. like your poem today Sara... I luv this form of poetry..never tried myself.. success.. new heater just installed and hopefully it will be getting warmer soon .. temp in house about 18 degrees.. nasty winds outside today... thankxxx for your prayers and good wishes during my crisis... appreciate a good friend .. lovely words to your poem also.. blessings... luv.. Linda-Marie..
Johnson Avatar
December 29, 2009 at 1:01 PM
Lovely Sara. I haven't tried a Villanelle for a while. But i have in the past. good job and pretty poetry. Thanks for your comments. Love, Joyce
Moribund Avatar
December 29, 2009 at 8:51 AM
Dear Sara: I really enjoyed your poem. Shells have always captured my imagination and this poem reminded me of that. Recently I have started painting again, I will use this poem as a source of inspiration. Only the best and Happy New Year: Sheol
Bingham Avatar
December 29, 2009 at 8:42 AM
A beautiful write and an awesome picture you sketched. God Bless. Ron
George   Avatar
December 29, 2009 at 7:20 AM
Simply amazing and Beautiful! What picture is this, Sara...I would be interested to know....Love, Lainie
Get a Premium Membership
Turn off ads, get more exposure for your poetry, and get more features with a Premium Membership.
Book: Diverse Voices: The Poetry of Human Rights and the Pursuit of Peace