Ode To Music

There’s a longing in life for a melody that’s good,
We often seek it out to match, or change, our mood.
It can’t be found in things, which are external,
But, found inside, and shared, it becomes eternal.

It enhances our spirits with a love of life,
And something in it can ease our strife.
It brings us out of many a grief and pain,
Gives back our joy; and builds hope again.

It offers us solace, yet, allows creative fun;
Throws off our cares; and welcomes in the sun.
It’s known for its energy; it crosses every line;
Each community on earth creates its own design.

It can bring us to tears, or, make us shout and swing,
It’s a treasured part of gatherings when we join to sing.
We listen to all kinds, whether instrument, or voice,
It keeps us loving life, and can move us to rejoice.

It’s found in all nations, within each human it does abide,
Its beat is universal, our common language deep inside.
Its true worth is not found in coin, or other earthly treasure,
It lives in waves of sound and silence - this ‘noted’ pleasure.

Cc Free Flying Spirit. 2006.