A Night of Musical Splendor

Steven West
As I watched the evening concert,
The air filled with musical notes.

The sunshine faded away
Painting a silhouetted skyline
Of majestic oak trees.

The conductor stood against the shadows.
He raised his baton to begin a new symphony.
The thundering sound of the brass instruments
Sent a wave of chills down my spine.

The violins spoke in such sweet voices.
The flutes playfully joined along.
And the harp danced across the heavens,
Dotting the clouds with harmonious notes.

When the full moon rose in the sky,
And said good evening to the stars,
The conductor lifted his baton once more
In a gesture of pure delight.

The orchestra performed one final number.
It was uplifting and oh so grand.
The trumpets and trombones came together,
To bring music throughout the land.

Published by Steven West

I have a passion for creative writing and political discourse. Happily married for over 24 years, I have 2 children and work with special needs kids in the public schools. I enjoy making people laugh and sm...  View profile

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  • Lisa Renee.2/4/2008

    Sounds so wonderful...it feels like I am there. Great job, Steven.

  • Justice Lives Not2/3/2008

    Awesome work! I could hear everything, thanks to your skilled use of these words. I love outdoor concerts, and this one must've been a real corker!

  • Kim Linton2/1/2008

    Everytime I read your work it takes me away to someplace I have been before. Tons of concerts flooded my mind as I read this. You have a gift.

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