Nearer My God To Thee Comments

An epitaph in music, powerfully expressed. The mood is elegiac, the poetry is world class. Kindest regards, Sandra

A fascinating subject. Crowd psychology allied to the power of music - one for Canetti/Freud. Brilliantly evocative words. Terrific poetry.

In response to Tara and others, I never saw the film! (felt the ad campaign was too schmaltzy) . I'm glad to know the band's heroism was well-dramatized, though!

I am guessing you watched or re-watched the film lately. Yes.. was it not wonderful and tear-jerkingly stoic the way the band played on while the ship sank. It was their job or mission in life. You phrase it in the most prefect and memorable way. There is a lesson to be learned in that single-mindedness. I am glad for the reminder. t x

a nice poem, Max... i remember that scene from the movie Titanic...the guys playing music in the midst of the all the commotion...it struck me even then...your poem refreshes my memory... Asma...

Humbling in its profundity.Great poem and thoughts. TO

This is a strong, thought-provoking poem that has more than a touch of music within it.I really like it, Max. Raynette

Excellent Max! Yes the death has different melodies.

Nice poem, Max I like it... Colin