Tag Archives: Tchaikovsky

Bella Ballerina – A Poem

Posted on July 29, 2012 by Gretchen Venters

This poem was written as part of a poetry prompt by @DversePoets and was written while listening to Tchaikovsky’s “Sleeping Beauty” Op. 66. Silvery lights dim down And the dancers flit away All but the bella ballerina As she floats … Continue reading →

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Under A Blue Moon – A Poem

Posted on July 28, 2012 by Gretchen Venters

Introduction: This was written while listening to Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker” (Op. 71 No. 14) I encourage you to listen to the piece while reading this. Daylight has dwindled as The sun has closed his eyes Here a blue moon has … Continue reading →

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Holiday Air – A Poem

Posted on June 23, 2012 by Gretchen Venters

As dusk falls I dance From light post to light post On the tips of my toes Down this cold cobblestone road I pass tiny shops in slumber And find that the lonely peddlers Have all gone home My heart … Continue reading →

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