Aah Bach.

Goldfinch60



On this day he was born

Three hundred and thirty four years ago.

He is held in such high esteem.

He is held in wonder.

We talk of other composers,

Talk of the wonderful music

Given to us all.

We discuss it at length,

We listen to it forever,

But when his name is mentioned

Emotion fills my soul,

And all I can utter,

Is “Aah, Bach”.

  • Author: Goldfinch60 (Pseudonym) (Offline Offline)
  • Published: March 21st, 2019 01:59
  • Comment from author about the poem: It is Johann Sebastian Bach's birthday today.
  • Category: Reflection
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Comments4

  • Michael Edwards

    In my top selection of composers - his music generates such emotion - fine tribute Andy.

    • Goldfinch60

      Thank you Michael.

      The top four composers are Bach, Mozart, Beethoven and your own particular favourite of the moment.

      • Michael Edwards

        I would put Brahms instead of Mozart who I find less emotional and of course Mahler.

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      • orchidee

        A lovely write and clip Gold.
        A church has a 'highlight' of remembering Archbishop Thomas Cranmer's martyrdom today. Not exactly 'the joys of Spring' but neither was it for him in 1556. Were we there in person in Oxford?

        • Goldfinch60

          Of course we were there we needed something to laugh at!

          • orchidee

            Were you or I the prosecutor at his trial? Or both of us? Doh! That church does not exactly rub heir hands in glee, and said 'oh, goody' though. It's the Protestant emphasis, you see.

          • Nicholas Browning

            I'm not much into Orchestra music, haven't really had the time to get into it.
            What I am into is poetry, and the feeling of respect you show for Bach is clear to see.
            A lovely piece.

            • Goldfinch60

              Thank you Nicholas, I have been listening to Classical and Jazz music for over 60 years and am still surprised at my ignorance. I also listen to many other types of music. To my mind there are only two type of music - that which you like and that which you don't.

              • Nicholas Browning

                That's a simple way to sum it up. I'll keep that in mind.

              • Neville

                I think it is just great how you can craft something like this... and I take my hat off to you sir....

                • Goldfinch60

                  Thank you Neville, so kind.



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