The Piano

There, resting in stoic frame, it
reflected its sheen surface; glowing 
like a stilled black water river—The stage
mocking banks at high tide.

Ebony rowed keloids rose in-between
marshmallow like parallels—Aping
a skewed checkerboard smile
frozen in time: a 9 to 13 tuned ratio.

Marooned in this tuned ratio,
all held rhythmic visions 
that veiled eyes could not see;
all held tuned sounds 
that clogged ears could not hear.

88 heartbeats per time—Waiting.
There in stilled silence, lived an eternity
of unity—abiding  in melodic bliss:  a quiet
concerto of beauty—awaiting its released.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Freda Avatar
December 31, 2020 at 9:06 AM
I love the way you used marshmallow to describe the key color, very inventive. Great poem!
Lowe Avatar
June 9, 2021 at 4:18 PM
Thanks, Juli. Your read and feedback much appreciated. Peace and Love.
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