The Pianist and the Peculiar Swan

Beneath a starlit sky of an early tranquil night A solo pianist sits in the middle of a quiet valley A lost swan,waddles by in a forbidden lake Seeking reflections as moonbeams cast their glow upon the lone man's silhouette. 'Pull off your mask ' He heard her say as She glided towards him in a smooth and graceful way. ''I need to see what lies behind those once upon a glistening eyes. I need to hear you play again I yearn to hear you sing I want to waltz in ballet to your voice against the wind.' His lifeless mask fell slowly to the ground Into a thousand pieces without making a sound. His youthful soul revealed Like a splash in calm beauty His fingers were released. Knocking on her heart-chords He composed new symphonies Dark feathers drifted by like tragic memories He did not let another yesterday Steal all the joy, take all the bliss He bathed in fresh waters and showered with her kiss. ...And the pianist plays again A found swan ,pirouettes Her wings She opens freely He rests in her embrace.
Inspired by music ,and a disney movie I watched awhile ago with my girl called 'The Swan Princess' :)
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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O.J. Hunt Avatar
February 22, 2017 at 9:19 PM
Beautiful write Charmaine, grabbed me right by the coat tails with your opening stanza, took me to never never land, I'm a fan of Disney too; so many childhood memories.... Enjoyed the story very much;-)(!)
Melugin Avatar
February 8, 2017 at 7:43 AM
Dear Charmaine, You've been busy writing beautiful. My best to you, chuck
Austin Avatar
February 3, 2017 at 1:25 PM
Like a tone poem - Sibelius did The Swan of Tuonela, a darkness of death. This fine poem paints a life-giving bird. Love it. Love, daver
Devonshire Avatar
February 3, 2017 at 12:29 PM
Oh, Charma, this is so enchanting! I could see the story unfold through your amazing poetry. Very romantic and it gives the reader joy to know the mask falls and he starts composing again. Loved many lines, especially "Dark feathers drifted by like tragic memories." Your masterpiece should do well in the Once Upon a Time contest, dear. Love, Carolyn
Vaso Avatar
February 2, 2017 at 9:59 PM
You have made me swoon, and also smile, such beautiful prose and poetry!
Dietrich Avatar
February 2, 2017 at 6:40 PM
wow, this is absolutely gorgeous, Charma. HIGH marks for this gem!
May Avatar
February 2, 2017 at 12:01 PM
Beautifully penned Charmaine...Well done..is this for the Once upon a time contest..
Chircop Avatar
February 2, 2017 at 12:35 PM
Oh..No its not for contest...Its rare that I participate in contests..and didnt see the one you .mentioned...Thanks for reading and glad you liked it..Thanks so much.
White Avatar
February 2, 2017 at 6:15 AM
SOOOO beautiful... I used to dance on piano music, this speaks to my yearning heart....
Hill Avatar
February 1, 2017 at 12:48 PM
Well done!! TAH
Smith Avatar
February 1, 2017 at 8:04 AM
There is a swan in all of us...Love your sweet tone and the terrific message that shines through...Lovey poem
Green Avatar
February 1, 2017 at 6:17 AM
Now this one really touched my heart. Being a pianist your beautiful and enchanting poem sung to me this morning. I could see this as clearly as if I were there playing for that beautiful swam, feeling her embrace and becoming one with the music and the love. This was absolutely stunning Charmaine. Like a wonderful fairy tale, I am enchanted.
Wolf Avatar
February 1, 2017 at 5:18 AM
Oh, this is simply stunning, Charmaine! An absolute gem of a poem!
Gupta Avatar
February 1, 2017 at 4:50 AM
Beautifully found swan rising from the lost one ... lyrical free verse ... beautiful ...
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