Songs of Old

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A rhythmic sketch of melodies new Often leaves some singing the blues Bereft of passion and desire Unable to spark a musical fire Tenuous tunes leave us to sigh As music changes as time goes by A piano interlude with brittle notes Falls apart, unable to float Maestros of old would demurely smile As they tickled the ivories with style As these musical gems subside Somewhere along the way, the music died The immutable beauty of songs of old Framed in memories, dipped in gold The formidable classics of rock and roll And rhythm and blues with lots of soul -- 10-24-17

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Heidi Sands

Date: 11/4/2017 10:29:00 AM

Congratulations for your win.

Joseph May
Date: 11/4/2017 4:31:00 PM

Thank you so much Heidi

Lin Lane

Date: 11/4/2017 8:42:00 AM

Lots of music these days cannot compare to the loveliness and meaningful of those of yesteryears. Congratulations, Joseph.

Joseph May
Date: 11/4/2017 4:30:00 PM

Thank you Lin

John Hamilton

Date: 11/3/2017 8:51:00 PM

Really enjoyed this one Joseph, congrats on a fine win!

Joseph May
Date: 11/3/2017 9:23:00 PM

Thank you for my placement John

Susan Ashley

Date: 10/27/2017 9:12:00 PM

A very rhythmic write Joseph, beautifully done. And I agree that much of today's music lacks heart, soul, authentic voices and real instruments being played... so sad... An excellent write!

Joseph May
Date: 10/28/2017 6:17:00 AM

Thank you Susan

Heidi Sands

Date: 10/27/2017 8:32:00 AM

Outstanding poem Joseph! Very well written :)

Joseph May
Date: 10/27/2017 2:41:00 PM

Thank you Heidi