OH thou! whose soft, bewitching lyre,
Can lull the sting of pain to rest;
Oh thou! whose warbling notes inspire,
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Oh harmony! celestial pow'r! Thou syren of the melting soul! In sorrow's reign, in pleasure's hour, My heart shall own thy blest control; And ever let thy moving airs, Enhance my joys and sooth my cares! , ......so thrilling and impressive. A beautiful poem is amazingly shared.
A great uplifting Hemans poem with a well constructed rhyme scheme. One of my favourites to reread and always enjoy.
Sweet music! when thy notes we hear, Some dear remembrance oft they bring, Of friends belov'd, no longer near, And days that flew on rapture's win. music and rapture. tony
A well composed expression of music that's our life. Be it good or bad times it's always with us. A well thought and patiently laid words. Worthy work. Appreciations.