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Hark the zither sounds like a melody, reminding me of spring, of birds singing in revelry, all joys which bring a serenity of a troubled soul. Fingers pluck the tight chords, vibrating sounds ears can't control, echoes like fjords. The vibrating sounds propagate the air, Invented in the east; An ecstasy you hardly bear, truly a feast. 12 January 2023 Writing Challenge - Zip, Zig, Zag, Zing Poetry Contest Sponsored by: Constance La France Placed 2

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Sam Kauffman

Date: 1/24/2023 11:59:00 AM

Victor, the sound of the zither is truly "a feast" for the ears. What a wonderful description of the sound of this lovely instrument. Congratulations on your win. Blessings on the wings of melody to you.

Constance La France

Date: 1/24/2023 7:43:00 AM

Victor, congratulations on your placement in my Writing Challenge - Zip, Zig, Zag, Zing, I love your poem, and image, well done, Constance

Victor Buhagiar
Date: 1/24/2023 7:58:00 AM

Thank you.

Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 1/22/2023 1:35:00 PM

Very nice Victor. I had a colleague who played a variety of stringed instruments, including the zither. I have a recording of his with many different sounds and instruments A distinctive sound. Thanks for the memories!

M. L. Kiser

Date: 1/20/2023 3:22:00 PM

This poem is as lively as the sounds of a Zither; beautifully done; a dynamic write.

Eve Roper

Date: 1/19/2023 10:41:00 AM

Back with congratulations my friend

Sara Kendrick

Date: 1/18/2023 8:29:00 AM

Creative way to go with this challenge. Congratulations on your winner. I do like the sound of the zither. Sara.

Sotto Poet

Date: 1/18/2023 7:10:00 AM

Back with many congratulations on your contest win Victor, it's well deserved with this stunning poetry.

Christuraj Alex

Date: 1/17/2023 11:44:00 PM

I had not heard of this beautiful instrument till I read your poem. You drew my curiosity. I searched in the web later and learned more about it. Thank you. Congratulations on such beautiful writing.

Joanna Daniel

Date: 1/17/2023 3:39:00 AM

Brilliant piece, Victor, should place high:)

Elizabeth Mccann

Date: 1/17/2023 12:01:00 AM

This looks like a good entry, Victor. Fingers crossed. But I love zither music, always think of Third Man. Elizabeth

Deb M

Date: 1/16/2023 1:42:00 AM

Wow….a wonderful crisp poem Victor….Love it ! Do you play it? Debx

I Am Anaya

Date: 1/13/2023 9:50:00 AM

Your delightful poetry has inspired me, love of music has been sparked! Zither, a symphony in itself, whether in the traditional Chinese tones of Guzheng to the Iranian cries of Persia, a fantastic sound! Best 0f Luck, Victor

Speaks Volumes

Date: 1/13/2023 8:53:00 AM

This is a wonderful poem Victor, Good luck in the contest my friend

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 1/13/2023 7:48:00 AM

Ah ~ something new for me to learn - zither. Music was never my forte. Beautifully penned, Victor, should do well in the contest

Joe Dimino

Date: 1/13/2023 7:37:00 AM

So delightfully said! Strings are my favorite, though I am a drummer. Have recently picked up the ukulele -- surprised how easily one can learn, and, really, produce some sonorous cords. I think I have become addicted. I would love a harp, but they are far too expensive just to try on a whim. Ukuleles are relatively cheap, and can produce amazingly diverse music. Zither is the next best thing. A sweet little beauty. Blessings.

I Am Anaya
Date: 1/13/2023 9:19:00 AM

Hi Joe, I love, "Some Where Over The Rainbow" by Isreal Kamakawiwioole`on Ukulele. I may get one, I took classical guitar, 3x's and still can't play, but I can read music and tell you what an Arpeggio is.

Delice Arleen Skelly

Date: 1/13/2023 4:15:00 AM

This is lovely Victor, you have struck the right note....Delice

Tania Kitchin

Date: 1/13/2023 3:05:00 AM

Victor, nicely penned, I have never heard the sounds from one, best of luck in the contest.

Valsa George

Date: 1/12/2023 9:30:00 PM

Beautiful entry for the contest. May I applaud you for your willingness to enter a contest after a long gap. Wish you, dear Victor Best of Luck.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/12/2023 6:27:00 PM

Very nicely done, my friend

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 1/12/2023 1:02:00 PM

Lovely! I enjoyed very much, my friend!

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 1/12/2023 10:50:00 AM

An upbeat poem, infused with the joy of springtime and music. The zither does make lively and pleasing sounds. Best wishes for the contest, Victor.

Sotto Poet

Date: 1/12/2023 9:50:00 AM

Victor, that is an amazing poem. Your writing has an interesting point of view. The zither, like your poem, has a soothing tone. Best wishes for the contest.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 1/12/2023 8:54:00 AM

- I have a very old one ... from my great-great-grandmother (but I can't play it) - A great poem, Victor - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs

Tom Cunningham

Date: 1/12/2023 8:52:00 AM

The sounds it makes sounds quite relaxing Victor, I'd never heard of it until now. Tom

Eve Roper

Date: 1/12/2023 7:22:00 AM

Perfect for the contest my friend