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

[willweb]

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.

[Chris Shaw]

A favorite piece of classical violin will, by the composer Ralph Vaughan Williams. It truly is hypnotic and has me ascending with the lark. Good for the soul music. I am touched by your lovely review. Many thank yous.

Chris

[Soren]

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.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Soren for that lovely review. Music does have that ability to make you lose yourself. This piece by Vaughan Williams has me flying with the lark. Incredibly relaxing and soothing.

Chris

[red93]

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 ✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️

[Chris Shaw]

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

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

Chris

[Fabian G. Franklin]

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.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Fabian. I am fond of classical music, particularly Vaughan Williams. It can indeed soothe, but can also do the opposite. Pleased you enjoyed this older poem of mine.

Chris

[Ken Simm.]

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.

[Chris Shaw]

I am so happy that you enjoyed this poem Ken. I love your review and can’t thank you enough for your encouragement. Pleased you called on this older poem.

Chris

[DIVYA]

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!

[Chris Shaw]

Dear DIVYA, I am so pleased you enjoyed this older write and you have me blushing with your praise. It is a favorite piece of classical music so I tried hard to convey the emotion felt when listening to it as well as conveying the imagery of the park ascending. Thank you always for your continued support of my efforts. I am truly grateful.

Chris

[DIVYA]

Your effort paid off absolutely! The outcome enthralls. A poem to be proud of. You're most welcome, dear Chris.

[duff]

Wow. Colorful imagery and a slow hypnotic tempo. Blue skies free as a bird. A strong close. The steady hand.

[Chris Shaw]

Thanks duff. Yes the tempo is relaxing. Sets me soaring up in those thermals. Appreciate you stopping by.

Chris

[KATHY SUE SILLS]

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!

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks Kathy for your visit. Pleased you stopped by to share your thoughts. Have a good Tuesday.

Chris

[KATHY SUE SILLS]

My pleasure, Chris! Sorry it's took me a while to reply! Been a busy few days!

[KAREN]

Your descriptive imagery makes me hear the beautiful music nature can leave behind. The poetic peace is uplifting and serene.

[Chris Shaw]

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

Chris

[KAREN]

You're welcome!

[Melinda McQueen]

This one's a beauty.
It does deserve to be featured.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Melinda. I appreciate your thoughts.

Chris