Poem For Tom.

The band was on the stage,

There in front was a piano.

The band played an introduction

And the leader announced,

Announced the pianist.

Onto the stage he came,

Sat at the piano and played.

Played with such speed

And such rhythm

That drew me into his music.

My feet were tapping,

My head was nodding,

And my hands clapping

As the rock and roll was played.

He played with enthusiasm

Bringing the music to life

And into my world.

He told tales,

Tales of his life,

His life in music,

How he got to where he was .

Such a brilliant performer

That had the audience enthralled,

Enthralled at his music

And laughing at his jokes.

Such a wonderful evening was had,

Had by us all.

He mentioned that I had written a poem,

Written a poem for someone else

And said maybe I would write him one,

So Tom Seals here it is,

It may not be good,

But you asked for it.