Lark Ascending

Lark Ascending

A Poem by Chris Shaw
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(In praise of Vaughan Williams, Welsh Composer)

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a violin plays Vaughan Williams
it's four steel core strings
strung to Welsh perfection

vibrations of high pitched
notes float in spiral movement
as the reed bow sweeps low

then moves slowly upwards
imitating a lark, the messenger
of a brand new morning

rising above roof tops, above spires
higher on spanned feathered wings
avian beauty scaling the heights

ascending in circular flight
in blue sky above verdant green
fields of English countryside

close your weary eyes
transcend closer to the sleeping stars
soaring in new found freedom

far above the problematic earth
far from the troubles of the day
rebirth, there fly i

© 2020 Chris Shaw


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I am not familiar with this musician but I am familiar with the person or persons who possess the talents that make us want to write about them. Your poem is a beautiful tribute to someone I am sure was an amazing violinist and every time I read something like this or hear a musician I wonder...how many are as talented but no one has ever heard of them. Loved your poem Chris.

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1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

1 Year Ago

A favorite piece of classical violin will, by the composer Ralph Vaughan Williams. It truly is hypno.. read more



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Music takes me to new heights and away from the problems of the day. Just like a bird I can fly with such such beautiful notes. This poem read so easily I felt that I was flying with it.

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Chris Shaw

1 Year Ago

Thank you Soren for that lovely review. Music does have that ability to make you lose yourself. This.. read more
Being a big fan of Vaughan Williams, I can 100% relate to this fine piece Chris. You really capture the music's transcendence in your Wordplay. Excellent ✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️

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Chris Shaw

1 Year Ago

Thanks Tony for your lovely review. All the best. A favorite piece of classical music.

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I enjoyed the incorporation of Green Sleeves into the music of Williams' Fantasia. It's one of the few classical tunes I've heard from him. There was rumor once that the piece (Green Sleeves) was composed by Henry VIII but that claim is now largely dismissed by most musical scholars. I'm more of a Mozart fan when it comes to classical but I love all sorts and I love this poetic offering to a wonderful composer. Classical music often has a soothing effect on the turmoil of the soul.

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Chris Shaw

1 Year Ago

Thank you Fabian. I am fond of classical music, particularly Vaughan Williams. It can indeed soothe,.. read more
One of my favourite pieces by one of my favorite composers. This to me is pure Englishness. As is your poem. The best of my birth country steeped in the history and traditions. Without the scubby feelings of today and its coldness and rage and lack of anything approaching empathy.
World class, pastorale and deep poem.

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1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

1 Year Ago

I am so happy that you enjoyed this poem Ken. I love your review and can’t thank you enough for yo.. read more
How did I miss this poem! It's a masterpiece of yours! It's beyond beautiful how the notes rise in personification of a lark, above rooftops and spires, ascending high, the sky and touching the sleeping stars. Indeed, that music must be absolutely divine. I think it's tough to describe music in words but you did it in such a breathtaking way here. You're an amazing writer, dear Chris!

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1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

1 Year Ago

Dear DIVYA, I am so pleased you enjoyed this older write and you have me blushing with your praise. .. read more
DIVYA

1 Year Ago

Your effort paid off absolutely! The outcome enthralls. A poem to be proud of. You're most welcome, .. read more
I am not familiar with this musician but I am familiar with the person or persons who possess the talents that make us want to write about them. Your poem is a beautiful tribute to someone I am sure was an amazing violinist and every time I read something like this or hear a musician I wonder...how many are as talented but no one has ever heard of them. Loved your poem Chris.

Posted 1 Year Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

1 Year Ago

A favorite piece of classical violin will, by the composer Ralph Vaughan Williams. It truly is hypno.. read more
Wow. Colorful imagery and a slow hypnotic tempo. Blue skies free as a bird. A strong close. The steady hand.

Posted 1 Year Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

1 Year Ago

Thanks duff. Yes the tempo is relaxing. Sets me soaring up in those thermals. Appreciate you stoppin.. read more
Chirs, the whole poem led you down a road to rebirth, to refresh one's mind!

close your weary eyes
transcend closer to the sleeping stars
soaring in newfound freedom! Loved that stanza!

Posted 1 Year Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

1 Year Ago

Many thanks Kathy for your visit. Pleased you stopped by to share your thoughts. Have a good Tuesday.. read more
KATHY SUE SILLS

1 Year Ago

My pleasure, Chris! Sorry it's took me a while to reply! Been a busy few days!
Your descriptive imagery makes me hear the beautiful music nature can leave behind. The poetic peace is uplifting and serene.

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1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

1 Year Ago

Thank you Karen for your thoughtful review. I appreciate you stopping by.

Chris
KAREN

1 Year Ago

You're welcome!
This one's a beauty.
It does deserve to be featured.

Posted 2 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

2 Years Ago

Thank you Melinda. I appreciate your thoughts.

Chris

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Chris Shaw

Berkshire, United Kingdom



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