doing what I could
for the handbell choir
service of joy
i lifted Middle C
but ringing it, even gently
proved not a good idea
so i malleted with large
soft, yellow head
it changed the tone
and quality, but
at least the note was played
doing what I could
for the handbell choir
service of joy
i lifted Middle C
but ringing it, even gently
proved not a good idea
so i malleted with large
soft, yellow head
it changed the tone
and quality, but
at least the note was played
handbells sensuous
under polish and cloth
gleaming now
with a brassy brilliance
that seems to adorn
their notes with clear tone
that touches the ear
and soul
three to four foot
wind chimes
hung from a circular
wooden disk
with a gentle breeze
breathe clear tones
into the night