In Spain and particularly on the island of Mallorca, if you want a good local fun, don't go to the tourist traps, neon lighted discos or "star performing now" kind of event.
No, enter the back gates away from City's center and look for an old tavern with no fancy tablecloth and less fancy illuminating works and an old man performing.
There you will have an evening that will scrub away your soul of the callouses that the modern world put there.
The atmosphere was subdued,
and all the lights, and the talk,
like the bodega was a church
with spider's webs, wine and corks.
A naked bulb over a solitary chair
illuminating a musician's spot,
we, sitting with two glasses of wine
on a naked table without a cloth.
Someone whispered, "he's coming!"
and we saw the approach, a man, old,
a gnarled hand holding the instrument,
he sat, eyes with many a story untold.
Old fingers caressing the strings,
pulling quasi inaudible softly accords,
crying, laughing, then Manuel de Falla's
Fire Dance of a Bewitched Love.
The tavern was silent, like a church,
after the last echoes of the guitar's voice,
eyes blurred by fiery shadows of pain,
wine going down like tears of the soul.
Nobody said nothing as the old man went,
applause will no be heard, we was in church,
with a piece of bread and a glass of wine
a music mass was done, in that Spanish soil.
i have a reverence respect for the spanish guitar players...exquist and perfection of finger discipline...lovely for you to have heard it, thanks for sharing
Wow George this one brought back many
Memories the Fire Dance with Spanish Guitar
Reminded me of Flamenco Dance!
Your words captured a very beautiful
Imagery I can almost see and the
Fingers caressing the strings and hear
Each note cried out!
Love this piece very much!!
Love Peace and Joy to you always..Morning Star
enter the back gates away from City's center and look for an old tavern with no fancy tablecloth and less fancy illuminating works and an old man performing.
There you will have an evening that will scrub away your soul of the callouses that the modern world put there...
I think that applies to every city in the world, and this is a wonderful piece, my friend.
I felt your inner excitement, wonder and AWE!
Georg~ a gem I will keep!
Love to step into dark, gloomy places, simple life! Where
the treasures are hidden deep! Listen close and you will here a mystery...etc.
My dream is to be in Spain before I'm 6ft. under...
So far, this comes the closest! Thank YOU!
Warmest Blessings and PEACE! WArmly, Warrior "Spirit" Lady Sheeeoox
Stay Positive!
Stay SAFE!
Ole'
Splendid poetry the way it is meant to be written! What I wouldn't give to have been there!Thank you for sharing this most exquisite moment with us Georg!
This superb write drips with image laden essence and superb simile. I must agree with Andre Georg ... one of your very best.
Blessings to you Poet - never rest your quill!
Richard
Whenever I visit a new city or country, I always ask a local, "where do I find the best.. food, entertainment, etc." no, no not at the hotel..."Where do YOU go for the best in town?"
I'm always pleased....Glitz ain't everything and most times we miss the best if we don't ask...
A magnificent depicting of "La bodega" and the guitar player; and the atmosphere duly painted in "Fire Dance with Spanish Guitar" make this a true masterpiece. I list this one now among Your top twenties.
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Memories the Fire Dance with Spanish Guitar
Reminded me of Flamenco Dance!
Your words captured a very beautiful
Imagery I can almost see and the
Fingers caressing the strings and hear
Each note cried out!
Love this piece very much!!
Love Peace and Joy to you always..Morning Star
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
There you will have an evening that will scrub away your soul of the callouses that the modern world put there...
I think that applies to every city in the world, and this is a wonderful piece, my friend.
Georg~ a gem I will keep!
Love to step into dark, gloomy places, simple life! Where
the treasures are hidden deep! Listen close and you will here a mystery...etc.
My dream is to be in Spain before I'm 6ft. under...
So far, this comes the closest! Thank YOU!
Warmest Blessings and PEACE! WArmly, Warrior "Spirit" Lady Sheeeoox
Stay Positive!
Stay SAFE!
Ole'
you're right
While touring, one must keep clear of
tourist traps, I do
and the best away from the spotlights
Peace be with you
William
TY georg
Love,
Eileen
Thanks for sharing this vivid offering....!!
Olê
Love Tinka
Blessings to you Poet - never rest your quill!
Richard
Whenever I visit a new city or country, I always ask a local, "where do I find the best.. food, entertainment, etc." no, no not at the hotel..."Where do YOU go for the best in town?"
I'm always pleased....Glitz ain't everything and most times we miss the best if we don't ask...
Walt
A magnificent depicting of "La bodega" and the guitar player; and the atmosphere duly painted in "Fire Dance with Spanish Guitar" make this a true masterpiece. I list this one now among Your top twenties.
I salute You, Poet.
In admiration,
Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU