And the bands played,
Played in glorious joy
Bringing beauty to my heart.
Each band was different
Bringing different sounds
By the way that each band played.
Such a glorious day listening,
Listening to the brass bands.
Every year I go there,
Go to the Brass Band Festival
And am always given such pleasure,
Sad as well.
Some tunes bring memories,
Memories of times passed
When my wife and I went,
Went to the Brass Band Day.
Then I was in tears
The song they played was her song,
They played Misty,
It was played at her funeral,
Johnny Mathis sang
And Joyce was there beside me,
She then walked ahead of me
Towards heaven’s gate.
The brass band played it
And she was there again,
There beside me once more,
And the band played.
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Author:
Goldfinch60 (Pseudonym) (
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- Comment from author about the poem: I have been going to Pershore Summer Brass for many years, originally with my wife Joyce, who passed 6 years ago and now I go with Mary.
- Category: Reflection
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Comments8
A fine write Gold.
Thank you Orchi.
During the loss of the Titanic, too, the band played on.... They played in the face of death, regardless... There is something about music that transcends everything else... It 's like a sacrifice to which the musicians devote themselves. They give their heart and soul to the music...
So very true Soman. music is the way forward in life and has been in my life forever.
Andy
Nice to hear the bands are still thriving
They certainly are Tobani, there were only 30 bands there this year. LOL
Andy
Now that's a test for the ears
A beautiful write of how music brings back memories and emotions from the past. So true Andy music has immense power. Nicely written
Thank you soren, yes music can bring all emotions and memories to me.
Andy
A very moving story. Music can bring back fond memories. A lovely poem about previous partners and present.Well done
So kind David, thank you.
Andy
Excellent write Andy
Thank you Tony.
Andy
You're welcome
This one brings a lump to my throat and tears to my eyes because I know that feeling of music and memories. You're phrased it so beautifully, your words and music so precious. Thank you!
Thank you so much Bella, music is so powerful in our lives.
Andy
Many memories can be brought by the mere notes of music. 🌹
They certainly can Teddy, thank you.
Andy
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