2022 Virtual Art Fair: Poetry and literature

Poems by Joey Maki, project coordinator, Health Information Technology & Services
Northern Lights
As darkness falls the night sky bursts to life
The majestic lights an amazing sight to be seen
Gazers look on with curious wonderment
As the colors dance back and forth against the stars
The luminous bridge stretches on in the background
The glow imitating thousands of tiny fireflies
We listen as gentle waves strike the shore
Their unique melody setting the mood
We stare in awe practically holding our breath
Fascinated by the miracle of mother natures show
Musicians Quote
He takes a deep breath as he steps onto the stage
The curious onlookers oblivious to this phase
Nervous energy charges through him like a lightening flash
While harmonious melodies begin to ring out easy rhythms that dare not clash
He closes his eyes and feels the music begin to course through his veins
Every part of his being seeking to energize and entertain
The heaviness of his brass instrument tugs on the supporting strap around his neck
While he mentally prepares and ensures that his list has every last check
He raises his axe in eager anticipation
Wetting his reed with professional preparation
He places the mouthpiece gently above his tightened lower lip
His artistic hands feeling out each and every grip
He begins to exhale, the soft shrill of the sax filling his ears
His fingers grazing the pearl keys like a master who has trained for many years
He hits every beat he strives to hit
A perfect solo flowing out bit by bit
The crowd sits mesmerized, hanging on each measure he completes
Sharing the story of his music becomes his one and only feat
As he plays his last and final note
The applause from the audience completes his musical quote
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