Comment from Domino 2

Excellent

Excellent imagery and progression through the conductor's maestro performance, where he is completely in tune (excuse the pun) with the music and all the musicians around him, Tony.

I found the block format rather off-putting, and with respect would suggest breaking this into small random-length stanzas, allowing the reader to pause and ponder more at dramatic moments.

I used to be a conductor, but I never progressed beyond the buses. ;-)

Cheers, Ray

 Comment Written 16-Feb-2015

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reply by the author on 16-Feb-2015

Thanks for the suggestion, Ray. I have chopped it into smaller chunks now and think you are right. It's an improvement. Tony

reply by Domino 2 on 16-Feb-2015

Thanks for your gracious reply, Tony, and I'm flattered you thought my suggestion worthwhile.

Cheers, Ray

Comment from Louise Michelle

Exceptional

Wow, Tony, what an amazing poem. You did such a marvelous job describing how every nuance by the conductor serves to direct the musicians.

I've seen conductors on stage and been aware of their movements but this painted a vivid picture for me. What a treat to read. Hugs, Lou

 Comment Written 16-Feb-2015

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reply by the author on 16-Feb-2015

Thank you so much for this six-star review, Lou. Better than a standing ovation!

Comment from gypsymoth

Excellent

This reminds me of someone describing a painting to a blind person. The words allows that person to see the painting.
Your words enables the reader to hear the music.
Gypsymoth

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 Comment Written 16-Feb-2015

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reply by the author on 16-Feb-2015

Much appreciated, Gypsymoth. That was the effect I was going for.

Comment from dmt1967

Excellent

This paints a picture on its own, so I think the picture was overkill. The poem took us through his actions and the readers imagination did the rest. I could visualize him as he conducted the orchestra. Thank you for sharing.

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 Comment Written 16-Feb-2015

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reply by the author on 16-Feb-2015

Thank you, DMT. I am always a bit ambivalent about the inclusion of pictures unless the poem actually arises from them. I guess I do it here because it seems to be the norm. Also, if the picture is good it can lure the browsing passer-by to stop and read. Rather like the cover of a book, I suppose.