The Subway Symphony: A Lesson in Value
Mawphniang Napoleon 1993 (Ri Bhoi)
In the depths of New York's busy streets,
A man with a violin took his place.
He played with grace, and passion complete,
But only a few took time to bask.
The notes he played were ones of great delight,
A symphony of beauty, a true sight.
But only a couple paused to clap and smile,
The others hurried on, with nary a care.
For those who stopped, a treat, for sure,
A moment of peace, amidst the rush,
But for the many, a missed encounter.
For the man who played, was Joshua Bell,
The greatest musician of our time, so well.
His violin worth more than mere cash.
In the ordinary, the extraordinary shines not,
For all too often, it is overlooked,
And undervalued, it is a sad plot.
But those who find value and take flight,
Shine bright, and grow with all their might,
Their worth and talent, they do embrace.
So listen to your gut, do not ignore,
Go where you are appreciated and adored.
Your worth is immeasurable, take pride,
In your talents, your skills, let them ride.
For those who miss this chance, they regret,
The opportunity to grow, they let.
Embrace your value, be confident, bold,
And never let anyone, make you feel old.
So heed this message, do not let it pass,
Go forth and seek the future you were meant to have.
For in the end, your worth will shine,
And you'll be valued, for all of time.
For Joshua Bell's experiment, a lesson,
That the world, can often be so unfeeling.
To those who are gifted, a tough session,
Where the reward is limited, and unappealing.
But those who hold tight to their beliefs,
And follow their dreams, with steadfast relief,
Shall find the path that leads them to the prize,
And reach the heights, where their worth shall rise.
The poem is part of a full version found in the book "Homo Sapiens" Part XIII, written by Mawphniang Napoleon. This book is part of the popular "Homo Sapiens" book series, which can be purchased online at various online bookstores, such as Amazon. The book is available for purchase for those who are interested in reading the complete version of the poem. Remember to get all the books from the "Homo Sapiens" series, as well as other books by the same author.
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Khublei Shihajar Nguh,
Dhanewad
Thank you
About this poem
The poem is a reflection on the experiment of Joshua Bell playing in the New York subway and the response he received. The poem highlights the idea that the extraordinary can often go unnoticed in ordinary surroundings. It emphasizes the importance of knowing one's worth and seeking environments where they are appreciated and valued. The poem encourages individuals to listen to their instincts and follow their dreams, as success and recognition come with perseverance and self-confidence. The experiment of Joshua Bell serves as a lesson to all talented individuals that their worth is immeasurable and that they should never stop pursuing their passion. more »
Written on December 02, 2022
Submitted by Mawphniang.Napoleon on February 04, 2023
Modified by Mawphniang.Napoleon on February 04, 2023
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Closest metre | Iambic hexameter |
Characters | 2,278 |
Words | 473 |
Stanzas | 14 |
Stanza Lengths | 4, 4, 3, 3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 1, 1, 3 |
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