Lark Ascending

(In praise of Vaughan Williams, Welsh Composer)

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

Reviews

[AJNJ]

This poem is going to be an unforgettable one for me. The way you lifted its notes and took them to a crescendo sent my own spirit soaring. I am not familiar with how a violin is played but I felt no need for it while readingyou here. I could feel what the poet felt listening to that lark ascending and that I believe is true poetry! Kudos, Ms.Chris!

[Christine Anne Shaw]

Dear AJ, thank you so much for that praise, especially coming from such an accomplished poet. Really pleased you think this piece is unforgettable. Vaughan Williams is. He is an incredible composer. Have a great day.

Chris

[Betty Hermelee]

I’m comparing the high and low pitches of the violin to the lark, the high and low flight of this lovely bird who sings like a violin.the flight of the Lark takes us to a different place far from the “ The troubles of the day”.....nicely written, end on a high note!
Best, Betty

[Christine Anne Shaw]

Thank you Betty for your visit and thoughtful review. All good wishes.

Chris

[Betty Hermelee]

You’re quite welcome😊

[Neville]

........ this has got the lot, well at least it has as far as I am concerned .. funny thing is, I can hear a couple high above the field opposite .. quite unmistakable they are .. tho barely pin pricks to these eyes.

Neville

[Christine Anne Shaw]

Thank you Neville and lucky you if you heard a couple of them. I do believe they sing in flight.
read moreThank you Neville and lucky you if you heard a couple of them. I do believe they sing in flight.

Chris

[Neville]

.......... they only sing on the wing at all other times they either whisper, or mumble.
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.......... they only sing on the wing at all other times they either whisper, or mumble.

[Stella Armour]

I love this piece of inspiring musicand how well you have transported us into the tranquility it brings ..

[Christine Anne Shaw]

Thank you so much Stella. One of my favourite classical pieces. Perfect relaxation.

Chris

[Robert Trakofler]

wow Chris I don't know how I missed this one! your transition between sound and image is perfection in this write and the message is downright beautiful a perfect poem for these times dear Chris we all need a little hope injection these days and yours is sublimely Chris Anne Shaw!

[Christine Anne Shaw]

What a lovely review Bunny. Pleased you enjoyed this poem. Hope all is good with you.

Chris

[Dave]

Chris - your poem sings a song of hope, leaving behind despair. You remind me, I haven't paused for quite a while to listen to the music of Vaughan Williams. Thank you, Chris.

Take care of yourself - Dave

[Christine Anne Shaw]

Thank you Dave. Enjoy Ralph Vaughan Williams. Wonderful composer. All the very best.

Chris

[Gee]

How nice it would be to take flight, to soar above this nuts world, to escape if only briefly.
Beautifully written Christine
Hope you are all well...I'm going stir crazy :))

[Christine Anne Shaw]

Dear Gee, I think we are all a little stir crazy at the moment. Trying our best to stay grounded but flying with the lark helps:)) Many thanks for your visit.

Chris

[andrew mitchell]

Music is so uplifting of the spirit. Nicely written Chris, you are so disciplined in writing whereas I am wayward lol.

[Christine Anne Shaw]

Thank you Andrew. Not as disciplined with writing as you think. We all have our own way. Many thanks for the visit.

Chris

[Ruth]

The poem in itself is musical magic Chris :) Gorgeous writing and plays a tune of its own, simply breathtaking :)

[Christine Anne Shaw]

Dear Ruth, thank you for that lovely review. So encouraging. Have a lovely day.

Chris

[Einstein Noodle]

there is nothing like music and flight to grant us reprieve in our troubled worlds ... sure enjoyed your lark ascending and spiraling ever skyward ... of course put on Vaughn Williams to listen .. your poem does it justice says i! ;)
E.
ps. violin, viola and cello my favorite strings .. thank you for sharing you lifting, lilting poem and tribute.

[Christine Anne Shaw]

Hello Mr E. So pleased you listened to the Lark Ascending. I find that classical piece so relaxing. Sends me way above the clouds :) All good wishes and a big thank you for stopping by.

Chris

[Einstein Noodle]

:) ......................

[Broken.]

I love how music can really take us away from the reality and into bliss. I like to think sometimes it can take the pain away, at least for a little while. Very nicely done! Thank you for sharing

[Christine Anne Shaw]

Thank you Broken for that encouraging review. Music can be a comfort to many. Have a lovely day. read moreThank you Broken for that encouraging review. Music can be a comfort to many. Have a lovely day.

Chris