Beethoven's Heaven Poem by Ahmad Shiddiqi
Beethoven's Heaven
(dedicated to Marcia Schechinger)
in the middle of the night
from a not so far place
I hear someone play a piece
piano sonata, Moonlight
then I hear my heart is longing
weeps softly into a deep
few love fragments show up
O dear, where do you belong?
in the middle of August
from a place - a stone's throw
several men perform in a glow
a sigh piano trio, Ghost
then I feel so weird
I turn to be a mere kid
joyous memories around me
O dear, where do you take me?
in the middle of the pine forest
from a very mysterious, dark place
an orchestra sound a grandiose voice
Emperor, a concerto - greatest
then I see vividly suddenly
masked guards bring candles silently
accompany, follow, guide me
O dear, would you free me?
(inspired by Ludwig van Beethoven's Piano Sonata Pathetique)
I haven't heard Beethoven's piano till I read this musical piece.......fantastic.
The thought flow and word flow is smooth and melodius.
Being an ardent fan of Beethoven, particularly his incomparable piano music, I liked your splendid poem very much, Ahmad. You have attempted to capture with words the tones of his unique piano music, not an easy task for mere mortals like us. Whether it be his piano sonatas, especially the intense Appassionata or the delightful Waldstein, or his final two extraordinary piano concertos, his music rings and echoes in our minds like nothing else. And so it is with your fine poem, soft in moments yet intense in others; a very worthy attempt to express your admiration for Beethoven's incomparable piano music. Carl.
Inspirating from many sources and music soothes the savage raging beast in all of us but live through the works of this great composer.Great tribute to him.A ten.
The person can touch the sky while playing/listening to music.. Beethoven's music is very inspiring and you portrayed your imagination&inspiration in a nice way :) Good Work
It ia amazing. You have successfully sketched the perspective with your imagination. Cheers,10+++
Well done my friend, by the way i could not find your union poetry. Angelgreetings from Friesland Boomfriend ruerd
Beethoven was responsible for taking the concept of five-line notation from the vedas to the west when he visited India...my music knowledge knows only that much...you seem to be well versed extremely and an adept...what shall I say I bow to you Ahmad...kudos
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
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I do believe the spirit of the great master himself had a hand in writing this beautiful poem. Your poetic voice is quite charming Ahmad. Your choice of subject matter enchanting. Keep writing. love, Allie ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥