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Saxophone Fantasy

My fantasy: to play the saxophone. My soul poured out in jazzy melodies; soft, supple nuance, sensual in tone. I picture in my mind sweet harmonies - aural aromas of sad elegies, or spicy Latin rhythms of romance, or reveries that make the people dance.
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Makama Avatar
June 29, 2020 at 2:40 PM
Witty, beautifully written and with a lot of wisdom. A big big congratulations! Well deserved.
Watt Avatar
June 29, 2020 at 3:37 PM
Enjoyed your comments today, Funom. Be at peace, John
Mcconnell Avatar
June 28, 2020 at 3:34 PM
A lovely piece John sounding the echoes of the saxophone so well, have you heard Amy Dickson, an Australian but superb on the saxophone. Have a blessed day, Gordon
Watt Avatar
June 28, 2020 at 8:20 PM
Thank you for the tip, my friend. I listened to a couple of Amy Dickson pieces on youtube: Faure's Pavane and The Smoke Gets In Your Eyes. Loved them both. Appreciate your kind words. Be blessed ~ John
Mishra Avatar
June 28, 2020 at 9:20 AM
This is such an extraordinary muse from your pen dear friend. It has layers, music and fragrance of your imaginations subtly interlaced with emotions. Congratulations on such a fine win for this beautiful poem. Blessings on your way to keep writing and inspiring :)
Watt Avatar
June 28, 2020 at 8:23 PM
Always so grateful for your deep reads and thoughtful comments, my dear friend. God bless you today ~ John
Mcintosh Avatar
June 28, 2020 at 5:38 AM
Such a dreamy write. I love it. Congrats and God bless you, Love and prayers, Gina
Watt Avatar
June 28, 2020 at 8:23 PM
Thank you kindly for the lovely words and blessings, my friend. So grateful for your presence here at Soup ~ John
Chutani Avatar
June 28, 2020 at 2:04 AM
John, a fantasy, I would like to visualise myself to be in always. Congrats on this fine win. Mohan
Watt Avatar
June 28, 2020 at 2:15 AM
Nice to know we have this in common Mohan. Enjoy your day, my friend ~ John
Deepa Avatar
June 28, 2020 at 1:29 AM
Hello sir, Nice fantasy of playing saxophone.This gives me a picture of how much you enjoy it.:-) Congratulations on your win. Keep writing.Keep inspiring.:-) Take care.Best wishes.~Deepa.
Watt Avatar
June 28, 2020 at 1:45 AM
Hi Deepa, thanks for reading and giving me your kind feedback. I do really enjoy listening to sax music. Hope all is well with you ~ John
Dietrich Avatar
June 27, 2020 at 5:42 PM
I just saw what I wrote way at the bottom . Pup up a lot of poems . good grief. I meant PUMPED up!!
Watt Avatar
June 27, 2020 at 7:37 PM
Now your enthusiasm has got me all pup up!
Dietrich Avatar
June 27, 2020 at 5:41 PM
congrats, John. I see you made the list by the hair of your chinny chin chin!! Well deserved
Watt Avatar
June 27, 2020 at 7:38 PM
Thanks for your several messages on this one. Much appreciated.
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 27, 2020 at 5:36 PM
So dreamy! I used to go and listen for hours in my youth. I may have had a crush on that handsome saxophonist. I loved this John. My only complaint, your poem ended too soon! Blessings xxoo
Watt Avatar
June 27, 2020 at 7:34 PM
Connie, that's the kind of complaint that most warms my heart! You are a sweetie to say so. I'm glad I could kindle some fond memories of a winsome musician from your past. My mom had a longtime crush on a piano player... ah, music!
Faulkner Avatar
June 27, 2020 at 12:47 PM
You must have the soul of a saxophone (even if you don't play it) you speak the language of nuance and harmony, you are one cool dude :)
Watt Avatar
June 27, 2020 at 1:35 PM
I reckon that may be the first time this math nerd poet has ever been called one cool dude... maybe the initials are more suited to me: OCD, haha! Thanks for the great comment, Michelle, it made my day ~ John
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June 26, 2020 at 8:01 PM
Now, this is a lovely fantasy that you could make a reality. My husband played saxophone in school. When we first started dating, he would play for me, but he hasn't played in years. I miss it. I also miss my favorite saxophone player, Clarence Clemons. He was amazing. His solo in Jungleland brings me to tears. He could also get a stadium full of people to dance. Thanks for sharing your fantasy and bringing back some memories for me. Blessings, Rhonda xx
Johnson-Saunders Avatar
June 27, 2020 at 5:08 PM
I've seen Bruce in concert 13 times. Can't wait for the next tour. :) Clarence can never be replaced, but his nephew, Jake, has fit in very well with the band.
Watt Avatar
June 26, 2020 at 11:55 PM
Clarence Clemons had more soul in his little finger than I do in my whole body. He is missed by many; no doubt a big reason for the Boss' success and popularity. Billy Joel had a great sax player too (Mark Rivera) as did Paul McCartney in his Wings era (Thaddeus Richard). Glad to hear you're a fan. I'll be sure to invite you to my first concert, haha! ~ John
Dietrich Avatar
June 26, 2020 at 4:33 PM
Just perfect for this type of contest, John. wow, you pup up a lot of poems today. One of them I faved! Can you guess which one?
Watt Avatar
June 26, 2020 at 4:46 PM
umm, the steamy window one?
Allison Avatar
June 26, 2020 at 4:29 PM
oh I would come and listen should your fantasy ever come true! I love to hear the saxophone played:-) hugs jan xx
Watt Avatar
June 26, 2020 at 4:46 PM
Thank you, my dear friend. I'll send you an invite after I get through the honking and squawking phase, haha! Appreciate the sweet encouragement. Hugs ~ John
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